Regions of Italy

Sicily: the most remarkable places on the island. Part I

Due to its geographical location and proximity to the centers of ancient civilizations, Sicily developed under the influence of a wide variety of cultures. Thanks to this, a visit to the island can give a wide variety of impressions. Starting out with Sicily, BlogoItaliano selected the 8 most noteworthy sights from our point of view to present the island to the reader.
Milan

Exhibitions in Milan in 2015

It’s worth going to Milan not only for shopping, but also for visiting the most important exhibitions of the world, and of different directions. In 2015, there will be many of them. But one should not talk about exhibitions in Milan, but attend them. EXPO 2015 Esposizione Universale Milano 2015 (World Exhibition 2015) - the most anticipated exhibition of the year.
Verona

Verona Cathedral

Verona Cathedral (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Matricolare, or simply Duomo di Verona) is one of Romeo and Juliet's most popular tourist attractions. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, Verona Cathedral is not only a magnificent example of Romanesque architecture, but also the main church of the city, since it is here that the bishop's residence is located.
Venice

Venice Carnival in 2019

The last month of winter in Italy is a mixture of unrestrained and fervent fun, smiles, dances and competitions, which one of the most popular carnivals brings with it not only in the land of sun and wine, but throughout the world. From year to year, the Venice Carnival attracts thousands of tourists who want to plunge into the amazing atmosphere of the holiday and fairy tales.
Pisa

Photo from the Leaning Tower of Pisa: the most original ideas

Once Galileo Galilei throwing objects of various weights from the leaning tower in Pisa and studying the laws of physics could not even imagine that his experiments would inspire millions of people to work, and sometimes to madness. One of the main tasks posed by most tourists by reading the article “What to do in Italy?
Politics

Matteo Renzi became Prime Minister of Italy

On Saturday, Italian President Giorgio Napolitano appointed Prime Minister Matteo Renzi, who became the youngest chairman of the Council of Ministers of the country. The leader of the Democratic Party arrived at the official ceremony with his wife and daughter, who were dressed in the colors of the Italian flag.

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Why Italians hate summer

Despite the fact that Italy is famous for its hot sun, its inhabitants are often very negative about the arrival of summer. And the matter is not only in the increasing flow of tourists and unbearable heat, but also in the huge number of mosquitoes, the lack of places on the beaches where Italians risk being unnoticed against the background of more athletic visitors.
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Confectionery "Cinzia" in Sicily in Trapani | 2019
Confectionery

Confectionery "Cinzia" in Sicily in Trapani

Sicily is famous for its sweets, and in different parts of the island you will be offered their own special confectionery or pastries. Many pastries and raw materials, this is what confectioneries in Italy are called, have open kitchens or make the process of preparation visible to all visitors. This increases customer confidence, as you yourself can, if you wish, check the quality and see everything with your own eyes.
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Church of Santa Maria della Salute in Venice | 2019
Venice

Church of Santa Maria della Salute in Venice

Santa Maria della Salute (Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute) is one of the most significant and beautiful churches in Venice (Venezia). It is located in the south of Venice in the historic quarter of Dorsoduro, on the Grand Canal (Canal Grande) against the Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale). The history of the construction of the Cathedral appeared in the XVII century, at which time the territory of Italy was covered by an epidemic of plague, during which a third of the population of Venice died.
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Caserta - Versailles of the Neapolitan Kings | 2019
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Caserta - Versailles of the Neapolitan Kings

Resting in Pozzuoli, near Naples, after a trip to the island of Ischia, we wanted to take a walk in the park. There is tension here with beautiful parks, but there is one place where a walking alley with fountains and waterfalls stretches for 3 km! A sort of Italian Versailles. Now I will tell about him. We are against the backdrop of the Palace of Caserta. Resting in Pozzuoli, near Naples, after a trip to the island of Ischia, we wanted to take a walk in the park.
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4 star Florence hotels in the city center | 2019
Hotels in Florence

4 star Florence hotels in the city center

Today we will learn how to choose and book a good 4 star hotel in the center of Florence. In this review there will be only four hotels, without any extra options and compromises. I stayed in two personally, while the rest fell into the review on the recommendations of customers and readers ITALY FOR ME. Where is the center of Florence?
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Semper Opera | 2019
Germany

Semper Opera

Semper Opera is one of the most beautiful opera houses in the world. One of the world's oldest orchestras plays here. Semperoper Opera, photo by Kamerarauschen The Dresden State Opera Semperoper is one of the oldest opera houses in Germany. The theater dates back to the XVII century.
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Campari - a ruby-colored bitter aperitif | 2019
Italian drinks

Campari - a ruby-colored bitter aperitif

There is an opinion that beloved children are called the names of parents. We do not know how reliable this fact is for all families, but at Campari it is one hundred percent valid. The liquor of the same name is its most popular and sought after offspring. Campari, dressed in deep red and sealed with a gold label, is excellent both in cocktails and on its own.
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Naples | 2019
Italy

Naples

Naples is a controversial city, the capital of the Campania region. It combines frank poverty and fabulous wealth, trash in the streets and priceless historical monuments. If you want to see the real southern Italy, go to Naples. Naples (Napoli), photo Been-Around Naples (Napoli) - a crowded vibrant city with a special rhythm of life - a seaport, the birthplace of classic pizza, mandolin, melodic Neapolitan songs.
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"Girl with a Pearl Earring" caused a stir in Bologna
Culture

"Girl with a Pearl Earring" caused a stir in Bologna

An art exhibition dedicated to the Golden Age of Dutch painting has opened in Bologna. Despite the richness of the exposition, the "Girl with a Pearl Earring" became a real icon of the exhibition. More than one hundred thousand people have already purchased tickets for the exhibition, just to look at it. Vermeermania in Bologna Mass psychosis on the "Girl with a Pearl Earring" The exhibition in the Palazzo Fava opened yesterday, February 8, and will last until March 25.
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Sister Christina again shocked the audience in the show "Voice"
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Sister Christina again shocked the audience in the show "Voice"

Sister Christina, a nun from Sicily who conquered each and every one with a chic rendition of Alicia Keys song “No One”, repeated her dizzying success once again, this time submitting to the audience and the jury her vision of the track “Girls Just Want to Have Fun »by Cyndi Lauper. The charming nun reappeared on television in the show “The Voce” (Italian analogue of the American “The Voice”).
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Church of the Three Magi
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Church of the Three Magi

The Church of the Three Magi is one of the oldest temples in the city. It is interesting for its beautiful 7-meter altar and the terrifying relief "Dresden Dance of Death" of the Renaissance. Dreikönigskirche, photo by János Korom Dr. The Church of the Three Magi (Dreikönigskirche) is one of the oldest temples in the city.
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Portofino: climate, hotels and beaches of the dolphin port
Regions of Italy

Portofino: climate, hotels and beaches of the dolphin port

Charming Portofino is a small resort town in Italy, located near Genoa in the Liguria region. The city owes its name to the Romans, who named it Portus Dolphini, since the bay was once the favorite habitat of many dolphins. This fabulous town with a population of about 500 people is located on the shores of the picturesque bay of the Ligurian Sea, related to the National Park.
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Bookcrossing came to Rome
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Bookcrossing came to Rome

Initially, the American movement is gaining worldwide popularity. Already in Rome you can exchange books and magazines at Lido Nord and Stella Polare stations. You gathered in Lido, arrived at the train station in Rome and found that you had forgotten a book at home, and now you have nothing to read on the beach? This is no longer a problem!
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Useful properties of olive oil and interesting facts
Italian food

Useful properties of olive oil and interesting facts

Italy's contribution to the world production of olive oil is 25 percent, which allows the country to take second place of honor after no less sunny Spain (more than 45 percent). The 2014 olive harvest has not yet been completed, but liquid gold producers are already calculating losses: the heat and drought this year mercilessly hit the fields of Europe, which negatively affected the cultivation of a valuable product.
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Florentine steak
Italy

Florentine steak

When you think of a steak, what comes to mind? It is unlikely that one of the first in my head the thought of Italy. Although we do not always associate this food with Italian cuisine, it cannot be denied that the Florentine steak (Bistecca Fiorentina) has become one of the most beloved meat dishes both in Tuscany and around the world.
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