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Filicudi – one of eight Aeolian islands near Sicily, Italy

Filicudi – one of eight Aeolian islands near Sicily, Italy

The island of Filicudi is one of eight that make up the Aeolian archipelago of islands that are situated just to the north of Sicily. Filicudi is a small island which is home to only 300 permanent residents. The shores of the island are rocky and are covered with hidden caves and secluded spots. Filicudi, […]

Updated: December 28, 2020 | By | More

Florence – the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance

Florence – the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance

The city of Florence is said to be the symbol of what makes Italy so special and unique. A third of the most important artists of Europe has lived and worked in Florence. The city of Florence has been inhabited since the prehistoric times. However, it would not be until 59 B.C. that the city […]

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Genova – beautiful port with lots of secrets, Italy

Genova – beautiful port with lots of secrets, Italy

Located along the Ligurian coastlines of the Mediterranean Sea, you will find the ancient city of Genoa (Genova). Initially founded in prehistoric times by the Ligure tribe, control over Genoa would change hands many times before finally falling under the great Roman Empire. First there were the Etruscans, then came the Phoenicians, and the Celts, […]

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Matera – one of the oldest settled place in Italy

Matera – one of the oldest settled place in Italy

Matera is a town in southern Italy, 65km south-east from Bari. The town was founded by the Romans in the 3rd century BC. Matera reminds a poor peasant culture, which, since prehistoric times began to excavate the local famous cliff dwellings (Sassi). The cliff dwellings are so amazing that the city is on the UNESCO […]

Updated: January 16, 2020 | By | More

Prešov – a birthplace of many famous Slovak singers | Slovakia

Prešov – a birthplace of many famous Slovak singers | Slovakia

The city of Prešov is situated in Košice basin and is surrounded by Slansky hills and Šarišská Highlands. Through the city flows Torysa River and cross major international roads and railway lines. Prešov features Observatory and Planetarium where you can enjoy a variety of audio-visual programs, lectures, video projections, exhibitions, but also observing the evening […]

Updated: November 17, 2020 | By | More

Spoleto – an ancient city of the arts festival “The Festival dei Due Mondi (Festival of Two Worlds)” | Italy

Spoleto – an ancient city of the arts festival “The Festival dei Due Mondi (Festival of Two Worlds)” | Italy

In the region of Umbria, in the central Italy, there is a picturesque historical town called Spoleto (Spoletium), which history stretches back to medieval times. It is a tourist attraction not only for its beautiful cathedral and a number of Romanesque churches, but also for the unspoilt surrounding countryside. Photo licensed under the Creative Commons, […]

Updated: November 14, 2020 | By | More

Gordes – one of the most beautiful villages in France

Gordes – one of the most beautiful villages in France

On the hills of Provence, in the middle of the limestone mountains of Lubéron, you can find a picturesque French village of Gordes. It has quite a dramatic location on a rocky outcropping, which gives it an irresistible Provencal character. From Gordes you can also enjoy a wonderful view of the whole region. That’s one […]

Updated: October 31, 2020 | By | More


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