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Ferrara is without doubt one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. Emilia Romagna is rich in fascinating urban centers , and Ferrara is one of the most appreciated. There are so many cultural attractions that make the city unique, and among them we can not forget the Diamonds Palace, one of the landmark buildings of the place, and the Estense Castle, which dates back to the fourteenth century.

Another monument related to the rule of the Este is Schifanoia Palace, built in the same period of Estense Castle. Ferrara is also the city linked to the artistic and political history of one of the most distinguished intellectuals of the Italian literary history, Ludovico Ariosto, who died in 1533. The house where he lived for several years is now open to the public and houses several exhibitions.

Part of the province of Ferrara has one of the most beautiful protected areas of northern Italy, the Park of the Po Delta, established in 1991. The Po Delta is considered UNESCO World Heritage Site due to the variety of its ecosystem, and the park is a vantage point on the natural wonder of the border between Veneto and Emilia Romagna, a land full of scenic charm and farmhouses ready to welcome visitors!

NaplesThe city of Naples does not need any introduction. Talking about his beauty is to open a chapter of wide-ranging history of Italy, calling into question not only the art, but also the cuisine and music. Naples is a rough gem to be admired quietly, and there are so many important steps to discover it.

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Cortona and Arezzo are two stages not to be missed for anyone who wants to discover the beauty of Tuscany. Talking about these two towns involves talking of arts, culture and good food, that have conquered many people, who every year look forward to going back to these wonderful places. Read more »

Siena is one of the symbols of the charm of Tuscany: this small village rich in history is full of cultural and artistic ideas that will enchant anyone who loves Italian heritage.

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Talking about Trieste means to open a chapter on one of the most important cities of our country, a place full of beautiful architecture able to tell a lot about the history of the last centuries.

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Those who want to discover the beauty of the Veneto should certainly visit Vicenza and Bassano del Grappa. The town of Vicenza is one of the most important art centers of the region: among the most important features of the urban space there is the inventiveness of Andrea Palladio, who left as the main witness of his architectural genius the Palladian Basilica, overlooking the central Piazza dei Signori, and built in 1444.

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The Tuscan-Emilian Apennines are the northernmost part of the Apennines, and geopolitically they include part of the province of Bologna and of Tuscany (province of Massa-Carrara, Prato, Lucca and Pistoia).

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Assisi and Perugia are two towns that represent the best of the artistic beauties of Umbria. When it comes to Assisi you can not avoid to talk about the mystical charm of this town: the medieval sacred architecture dedicated to St. Francis and St. Clare are a heritage of great value, which each year attracts thousands of tourists. Read more »

Madonna di Campiglio is one of the most famous tourist resorts in Trentino-Alto Adige. It is located in the mountain range of the Brenta Dolomites, in the province of Trento. It is a true paradise for those who enjoy winter sports: there are about 60 km of ski runs available, suitable for all levels.

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The Dolomites of Lucania (located in the province of Potenza) are part of the Apennines of Lucania, and are characterized by the presence of quartz. Their name derives from their morphological similarity to the chain of northern Italy: it is possible to find some shapes that call to mind the grandeur of the highest mountains on the border between our country and the German-speaking world.

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