The best of Italy across captivating museums, centuries of ancient history, diverse architecture, vibrant cities, and a culinary landscape with countless regional variations. All recounted directly from my firsthand life experience in Italy.
Sforza Castle, in Italian Castello Sforzesco, is a journey back in time, right in the heart of Milan. With its Renaissance courtyards, fascinating museums, and remarkable artworks. Among all, you …
The Sacra di San Michele, also known as Saint Michael’s Abbey, stands majestically on the mountainside. Its impressive architecture makes you wonder how it was built in the Middle Ages. …
Located at the foot of Monte Rosa in Italy’s Piedmont region, Valsesia is a valley steeped in history, culture, and artisanal traditions. A visit to this area reveals a world …
Varallo, located in the heart of Valsesia, is best known for its UNESCO-listed Sacro Monte sanctuary. However, the town has much more to offer. Just a few hours’ drive from …
The Duomo of Milan is one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, topped by the golden Madonnina at its highest point. Inside, the cathedral is a treasure trove of art …
The Sacro Monte of Varallo is the oldest and most important Sacred Mountain recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, set on a rocky promontory in the Valsesia valley. The …
When visiting Liguria, I totally recommend discovering the Riviera dei Fiori by bike, riding on the Ponente Ligure Cycling Path (Pista Ciclabile del Ponente Ligure in Italian). This scenic route …
Bussana Vecchia, in Italy, has lived many lives, transforming from a ghost village to a Ligurian artists’ hub. The 1887 earthquake, which shaped the geography of the Ligurian coast, turned …
In Naples, at the Basilica of Santissima Annunziata Maggiore, you will find Italy’s oldest and most famous Ruota degli Esposti, a baby hatch designed around 1300 for mothers to anonymously …