Food Capital of Italy
How are Prosciutto di Parma, Parmigiana Reggiano,
Aceto Balsamico de Moderna and Sangiovese wine related?
How are Prosciutto di Parma, Parmigiana Reggiano,
Aceto Balsamico de Moderna and Sangiovese wine related?
Bologna serves up fascinating history, inspiring architecture, an ancient University and amazing food.
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Brescia has been called the “City of 1000 Fountains” due to its 75 public and 2000 private water features.
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Founded by a Trojan prince in 1183 BCE following the fall of Troy, Padua is one of Italy’s older cities.
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A short train ride west of Venice is the medieval city of Padua and former home of Saint Anthony of Padua.
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Venice has acquired many labels, but “City of Canals” could be the definitive moniker.
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Our vaporetto ride across Venice’s lagoon to the colorful islands of Murano and Burano was a delight.
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The title ‘Most Serene’ was first bestowed on the Doge before extending to the entire Republic of Venice.
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Our day trip to the medieval city of Mantova was filled with churches, palazzos, museums and piazzas.
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Juliet: O Romeó, Romeó! Wherefore art thou Romeo?
Romeo: There is no world without Verona walls…
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