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Fall in Love with Mosaics in Ravenna

Ancient mosaics in Ravenna are renowned. Let us give you their backstory and introduce a mosaic artist continuing the tradition.

Modena in Emilia Romagna offers culture lovers treasures that span the ancient and contemporary. Learn about the home of Ferrari and royal palaces!

Our guide to the best things to do in Sicily reveals the island’s must-see palaces, cathedrals, medieval villages and Greek ruins.

Ferrara in Italy has cultural attractions like Estense Castle, Jewish Quarter and more! Get local’s takes on the best of the city’s culture!

Italy’s Po River Delta has three must-see cultural attractions, which are Comacchio, Pomposa Abbey and the Po Delta Biosphere Reserve.

Sicilian food is unique and traditional. A Trapani chef reveals the historic cultural influences and abundant local eco system that inspire it.

Sicily’s Good Friday tradition of Misteri di Trapani is one of Europe’s most ancient religious festivals, and honors Trapani’s heritage.

Monreale Cathedral owes its existence to the 12th-century cultural fusion of Norman ambition, Fatimid architecture and Byzantine mosaics.

The history of Sicily offers rich artisanal traditions like ceramics and folk art. Read our interview with a Sicilian cultural connoisseur!

Caltagirone Ceramics – The mountaintop town of Caltagirone in Sicily is the ceramics capital of a region renowned for this ancient art form.

Experience the cultural landscape of Montecatini from the perspective of local people and learn about the history of its healing spring waters.

Go off-the-beaten path with Francesca Lamantea for a taste of local life with a visit to Goro, Ferrara in the Italian region Emilia-Romagna.