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The term bòcolo in Venetian dialect refers to a rosebud and, on this day, it’s customary for men to present a red rosebud to the significant women in their lives — be it wives, fiancées, mothers, or sisters — as a symbol of enduring love and admiration. The origins of the tradition are quite enigmatic: an early 9th century legend says that Maria, t...

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Venice and its lagoon could face a future marked by extreme flooding if urgent measures are not taken to counter sea level rise and continued soil subsidence. This is the alarm raised by researchers from theNational Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) who, together with Italian and international entities, have conducted an in-depth analy...

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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding won’t cause any problems for the residents of Venice, the city’s mayor, Luigi Brugnaro, says. Last week, Page Six reported that the couple’s wedding will be held this summer in Venice, Italy. While no details about the guest list or the wedding date have been revealed, the couple have reportedly already sent...

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Venice: the upside-down forest In Sicily, school students work with inmates and learn together Italy reduces greenhouse gas emissions, but not all regions are moving at the same pace Made in Italy: Italian chemistry grows and accounts for 4.4% of the global total Innovation in Italy: AI, ultra-broadband and a chip 10 times faster that consumes les...

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The upside-down forest: why is Venice called this? The nickname "upside-down forest" is related to the engineering technique used to build the city. Venice was constructed on a vast system of wooden piles that rise from the bottom of the lagoon to support the buildings. This process transformed the city into a kind of submerged forest: thousands of...

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La Sapienza University of Rome once again confirms its global excellence in classical studies. For the fifth consecutive year, the Roman university ranks first in the "Classics and Ancient History" category, according to the 2025 edition of the prestigious QS World University Rankings by Subject, with an outstanding score of 99.1. The report analyz...

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Italy remains one of the most sought-after cultural destinations in the world, with its cities of art continuing to attract increasing attention from global tourists. This is highlighted in the 2025 Cultural Tourism Report, which offers a comprehensive analysis of the cultural tourism trends in Italy, utilizing Artificial Intelligence, Machine Lear...

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There is no better place than Italy to celebrate love: its timeless charm, cities rich in history, breathtaking landscapes, and irresistible cuisine make it the perfect destination for a romantic experience. Valentine's Day is the ideal occasion to be enchanted by its beauty, rediscover the magic of unique scenery, and create unforgettable moments...

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In 2024, Italian airport traffic reached a new record, with 219,078,618 passengers passing through national airports, marking an 11.1% increase compared to 2023. This figure not only highlights a significant post-pandemic recovery but also surpasses pre-COVID levels, restoring traffic distribution to 2019 values: two-thirds of travelers opted for...

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“Location, location, location” is a timeless reminder of how crucial a property’s setting is to its value. Having lived in New York City, I’ve seen this principle in action. The view of the Hudson River would have added $1,000 to the cost of rent for my apartment, which had a view of a wall—even though both apartments were the same size and both on...

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