Sicily 101: What To Know About the Largest Mediterranean Island
Superstitions are those things that every country seems to have but what do you know about Italian superstitions? Just like every country, they have their fair share of superstitions and after reading this post you may think some of them are a tad weird. Either way, it pays to know how to behave in Italy […]
10 of the Weirdest and Most Interesting Superstitions in Italy
Superstitions are those things that every country seems to have but what do you know about Italian superstitions? Just like every country, they have their fair share of superstitions and after reading this post you may think some of them are a tad weird. Either way, it pays to know how to behave in Italy […]
6 Wines You Must Try When Vacationing In Italy
Not only does Italy produce the most wine in the world, up to 45-50 million hectoliters annually, its wines are famous for their richness and flavor. The luscious, green, rolling mountains in regions such as Tuscany, Calabria and Lombardia are ideal conditions for winemaking. Combine this with carefully refined winemaking techniques passed down through generations, it’s […]
3 Reasons to Visit Italy in the Fall and Winter
Don’t get me wrong, Italy is a wonderful place to be in the summer. So wonderful that everyone in the world wants to visit then. For a peaceful and relaxing vacation and more bang for your buck, consider an off-season travel time. Here are our top three reasons to go to Italy in the winter and […]
Where is the Largest European Art Collection?
Where is the Largest European Art Collection? The world’s largest church is at the Vatican, of course, but you may be surprised to learn the location of Europe’s largest art collection. If you said Florence or Paris, you’d be wrong. The Vatican Museums house the largest number of artworks in Europe with more than 65,000 pieces. There is a simple […]
5 Things You May Not Know About Michelangelo’s David
5 Things You May Not Know About Michelangelo’s David Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze is probably the world’s most famous sculpture. Michelangelo sculpted his masterpiece, based on the biblical story of David and Goliath, in 1501, at the age of 25. However, there are a few things about this beloved statue that you may not know. 1. David was made from a discarded […]