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In Florence, cradle of the Italian Renaissance, museums, palaces, churches and historic squares are present at every turn. This part of Italy is a veritable jewel, showcasing medieval architecture and demonstrating the importance of the Renaissance period to the art world. Florence is associated with many renowned artists, but the most famous is the great […]

Are you familiar with the Medici family? They were one of the most powerful families in Tuscany and Italy during the Renaissance, ruling the city of Florence. They excelled in business and patronage, and owned numerous estates where they built villas. Seventeen in all, these sumptuous villas and gardens were built between the 15th and […]

If you want to visit Florence during your next trip in Tuscany and you are a fan of art, the Uffizi Gallery is the museum you cannot miss. It is one of the most famous in the world for its artistic heritage, containing prestigious paintings, statues and sculptures by the greatest European masters. Its building […]

Enjoy a spectacular view while in paris during the Olympics, credit florian hulleu Photograph

1. Admire nature’s work of art – Faraglioni rocks   One of the most distinguishing spots in Capri. Faraglioni is a composition of 3 rocks which naturally emerged from the sea mysteriously, these rocks even have a name! Stella is the rock which is attached to the land, Faraglioni di mezzo is the one with the hole […]

Here is a list of 5 true stereotypes of Italians! #1 The love for pasta is eternal! they cant live without it. Period. Well you might meet some Italians telling you, that its not true that we only eat-pizza pasta but in reality they consume the most pasta in the world. 60 pounds a year […]

#1Maria Teresa de Filippis Born in the year 1926. Maria was the first woman to race in Formula One. She participated in 5 World championships Grand Prix. Although she did not win the championship but made a mark in a sport which is highly male dominated even today. It was seeing her as an inspiration […]

#1 Ecomusee du la Truffe, Sorges Located 30 mins North of Perigeux is self claimed truffle capital. Its museum unravels the black Perigord truffle. Relish yourself with pear & truffle jam, green tomato and truffle chutney. End your day with a walk along with Sentier des truffieres. #2 Perigueux The roman town of Perigueux. A […]

Lucca, also known as the city of 100 churches is located in the western part of Italy. It is in the close proximity of Pisa. This vintage city was discovered by the Etruscans & was a roman colony around 180 BC. In the roman era Lucca, played an important role during Julius Caesar & Crassus. […]