UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ravenna – the resting place of Dante Alighieri

Basilica of San Vitale, Ravenna, Italy

An ancient city which served as the capital of the West Roman Empire in the 5th century AD, today Ravenna is the capital of the province with the eponymous name. It is very well-known for its very impressive mosaics dating all the way back to the 5th century again. It is also the location of an impressive eight UNESCO World

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Portovenere – one of the most romantic villages on the Ligurian coast

Portovenere, Liguria

The picturesque town of Portovenere is located on the eastern tip of the region of Liguria in northern Italy. Along with the Cinque Terre and the nearby islands belong to the UNESCO World Heritage sites. Portovenere is a picturesque spot and spa resort at the end of the peninsula, stretching to the west of Golfo di La Spezia. Typical for

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Urbino – one of the best preserved historical towns in Italy

The Ducal Palace of Urbino, Marche, Italy

Central Italian town, Urbino, lying at the border of the Marche region and Emilia-Romagna region, is considered one of the most beautiful towns in the country. Since it is situated on two hills, offers a splendid views of the surrounding countryside. The town has a rich history, was founded by the Romans and in the 6th century played a very

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Ferrara – a beautiful historic and romantic city

Ferrara Cathedral, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Ferrara is an inland city in the Emilia-Romagna region and the capital of the eponymous province. The city lies on the River Po (or better said close to its main channel). The sea is just about 50 kilometers away of the city. Ferrara is a beautiful historic town, which was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is home

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Matera – explore unique Cave dwellings in southern Italy

Matera at the canyon Le Gravine di Matera, Basilicata, Italy

Matera is a wonderful place in the arid inland region of Basilicata in southern Italy. Matera is a town situated on the edge of a deep ravine and is divided into busy upper quarter and peaceful lower quarter Sassi (“caves”), which is further divided into Sasso Barisano and more picturesque Sasso Caveoso. Matera residents formerly lived in houses dug into

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