Archive for 'Emilia-Romagna'

Bologna was first settled by at least 1000BC and, over the years grew and grew as a city. Walls were built in the 5th century to protect the city. More were added in the 11th century and, in the 13th century, a final ring called “La Circla” was built around what is now the historic centre of Bologna.

Much of the walls were destroyed in the 20th century due to war and expansion but the city gates of La Circla still exist. These were once part of great complexes consisting of a captain's house, keep, moat and drawbridge and controlled the coming and going of people to the city as well as imports.

Why not find a great holiday rental in the Emilia-Romagna area and take a day to explore the streets of Bologna?

There may be lots to do in the area but if you find yourself in Bologna, find time to wander the city centre. The town is circular in plan with the iconic Due Torri, or Two Towers, at the centre and streets radiating outwards to what exists of the city walls and twelve medieval city gates. Two interconnected sites in the area, the Piazza Delle Sette Chiese and Corte Isolani, make for an especially nice stroll – just watch out for the cobblestones if someone in your party is wearing high heels!

The River Po in Italy is a stunning trail to follow across Northern Italy. It springs up from the earth in Po Valley in Piedmont and flows east for several hundred miles before entering the sea through a delta near Ferrara city.

The River Po is the longest in Italy at a length of 682 km and its widest point measures at 503 metres. 141 tributary rivers flow into the River Po along its journey which contribute to its speed and force across the country.

Visit the stunning cities and towns that the River Po flows through including Turin, Piacenza and Ferrara.

Spend a fabulous vacation in Emilia Romagna and be sure to visit its most enticing attraction, the artistic city of Ravenna! The coastal city of Ravenna offers tourists everything they could possibly want from an Italian vacation; art, culture, excellent cuisine and a splendid coastline to explore.

The artistic monuments of Ravenna are what earned it a worthy place on UNESCO’s World Heritage Site list in 1996. Ravenna was once the capital of the Roman Empire from 402AD which transformed it into a glittering metropolis of expensive extravagant buildings and a haven of creativity in term of art, architecture and especially the art of mosaics.

Following our introductory article on the small state of San Marino situated between Emilia Romagna and Le Marche, here are some ideas on what to see and do when you arrive. Since the 13th century, the Republic of San Marino has been an independent country which has its own government, currency and cultural traditions.

Probably the most striking sight you’ll meet first are the three ancient towers that rise above the jutted rock of Mount Titano. Situated at the foot of this majestic mountain is the historic city centre of San Marino. These towers served the state well for soldiers to spot the oncoming attacks of the Malatesta of Rimini and prepare their strategies of defence and attack in good time.