The biggest Christmas tree in the world

The Christmas tree from the town of Gubbio in the province of Perugia in the Umbria region is the largest Christmas tree in the world. It is a unique light installation that dominates Gubbio from the hill of Ingino. The more than 250 green light...

The Christmas Witch – La Befana

In Italy, children are often given presents during the Christmas season. It starts with St. Nicholas on 5 and 6 December, on Christmas Day, 25...

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Christmas holidays in Naples

During Christmas holidays Naples offers a suggestive atmosphere that makes this celebration unique and magical. Below are listed some reasons why you should visit Naples during Christmas.

Christmas in Italy

Just like in any other part of the world, Christmas trees and gift-giving aren’t lacking in the Italian Christmas. However, these elements mingle with some old traditions that have often a religious meaning. Also, Italian Christmas celebrations begin earlier than December 24 and finish later than December 25. You may be surprised to find out that, especially in some regions, the Christmas spirit begins on December 8 – the day of the Immaculate Conception – and lasts up to January 6 – the Epiphany.

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Christmas in Milan

In Milan the lights are ready to be turned on and in many parts of the city preparations are...

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Holiday regions Italy

Veneto

Lazio

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Lake Garda

Venice and its lagoon

Cities, culture, Points of Interest, UNESCO world heritage, Veneto

Venice is a city without equal, rich in history, art and culture, where you can admire breathtaking scenery. There is no tourist in the world who does not know her by reputation and does not want to spend at least one day of his life there. Venice, known as the "Serenissima", in the past quickly became one of the most important cities in Europe thanks to its strategic location, representing a key hub within the trade between East and West. Venice, counted among the most beautiful cities in the world, stands on a lagoon made up of more than 100 islands, some more famous and popular, others more solitary but equally full of charm, most of which were originally a small independent community, with a square for public meetings and one or two...

The Royal Palace of Caserta

Campania, Points of Interest, UNESCO world heritage

The Royal Palace of Caserta is the largest royal residence in the world. It was built starting from 1752 by Luigi Vanvitelli, and later by his son...

Aquileia – the ruins and the basilica

Church, culture, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Points of Interest, UNESCO world heritage

Basilica of Aquileia near Grado in Friuli Venezia Giulia (foto © shutterstock.com) Aquileia, now located in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region,...

The great beauty of the eternal city of Rome

Cities, Lazio, Points of Interest, UNESCO world heritage

A tour to discover the city of Rome and its main monuments A visit to Rome, considered the cradle of modern civilisation, is like a journey back in...

Barumini – the Nuraghi

culture, Points of Interest, Sardinien, UNESCO world heritage

The nuragic complex of Barumini is located in the province of Medio Campidano and is the symbol of Sardinia of the great stone monuments: a suggestive and mysterious place to visit. The site includes the best preserved specimen of all Sardinian nuraghi: the village of Barumini which, due to its peculiarity, has been included in the World Heritage List by UNESCO.

The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle

nature, Points of Interest, South Tyrol

The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, which were officially inaugurated in 2001, are one of the most famous sights of Merano (Merano) and are one of the most popular destinations in South Tyrol. The Gardens inspire with their special variety and harmony: on an area of 12 hectares in the form of a natural amphitheatre, over 80 botanical zones with native plants from all parts of the world can be admired.

UNESCO World Heritage Italy

50 x Weltkulturerbe & 5 x Weltnaturerbe

Zum UNESCO Welterbe in Italien gehören rund 55 UNESCO-Welterbestätten, davon 50 Stätten des Weltkulturerbes und fünf Stätten des Weltnaturerbes.

Fünf dieser UNESCO Welterbestätten sind grenzüberschreitend oder transnational. Als erste Welterbestätte wurden im fernen Jahr 1979 die Felsbilder im Valcamonica in die Welterbeliste aufgenommen, es folgten das historische Zentrum von Rom, die Kirche Santa Maria della Grazia von Mailand, das historische Zentrum von Mailand, die Stadt Venedig und viele mehr. Als bislang letzte Welterbestätte wurden 2019 die Hügel des Prosecco zwischen Conegliano und Valdobbiadene eingetragen.

UNESCO World Heritage Italy

Venice and its lagoon

Cities, culture, Points of Interest, UNESCO world heritage, Veneto

Venice is a city without equal, rich in history, art and culture, where you can admire breathtaking scenery. There is no tourist in the world who does not know her by reputation and does not want to spend at least one day of his life there. Venice,...

The Prosecco Hills

UNESCO world heritage, Veneto, Wine

The Prosecco hills - between Conegliano and Valdobbiadene, in the province of Treviso, in the north-east of Italy - are an extraordinary land, where a wine of international prestige is produced: a white wine exported all over the world with more...

The Cilento National Park

Campania, culture, nature, UNESCO world heritage

The Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park, the second largest park in Italy, extends from the Tyrrhenian coast to the foot of the Campania-Lucan Apennines. The Park is an area of inestimable environmental, landscape and cultural value. It is a...

Vatican – the smallest state in the world

Church, Lazio, UNESCO world heritage, Vatican

A tour through history and the most important attractions to visit in the Papal States. Whether you are a believer or not, if you are in Rome you cannot miss a visit to the Vatican State, rich in some of the most valuable and priceless examples of...