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110 things to do in Italy
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Ivrea Battle of the Oranges
This celebration of freedom costs 500,000 kilos of fruit and, probably, as many orange-sized bruises, but locals know it's worth the price
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Christmas Food
Try Tuscany Christmas dainties once – and you will want to spend another Christmas there
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Castagnaccio
When on the lookout for something sweet, help yourself to a slice of chestnut cake
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Sunflower Fields
These large yellow flowers will please your eye throughout the summer
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Sea Urchins
Sea urchins, also known as sea hedgehogs, are a cool weather delicacy
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Easter Holidays in Tuscany
Colorful religious processions are the main highlight of the Holy Week in Tuscany
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La Sciuta di San Sebastiano
The celebration of San Sebastiano in Sicily can easily top every patron saint festival in the whole Italy
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Grand Italian Trail (Sentiero Italia)
A long path of all across Italy must be quite a challenge to thru-hike. The good news is you can choose the most scenic parts from its 368 sections
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Olive Harvest
Live the life of a Tuscan farmer participating in traditional harvest activities
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Giostra del Saracino (Joust of the Saracens)
Feel the medieval spirit during this ancient knight competition held twice a year in the city of Arezzo
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Stelvio Bike Day (Scalata Cima Coppi)
One day a year one of the highest drivable paths in the Alps is completely free of traffic, drivers leave it in favour of thousands of cyclists
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Game of the Bridge (Gioco del Ponte)
This most spectacular tradition in Pisa celebrates the great medieval history
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Bravio delle Botti
A fun wine barrel race in a picturesque old town of Montepulciano
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The Feast of Archangel Michael
The celebration in honour of St. Michael offers spectacular events and fireworks
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Calcio Storico (Calcio Fiorentino)
54 footballers in traditional costumes play the brutal game to glorify their historic districts
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Saint Agata Festival
The celebration of the Catania martyr is one of the central events in this region of Sicily
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Palio della Balestra
This medieval crossbow competition is a real celebration of the Renaissance era
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Run Rome The Marathon, or Maratona di Roma
Rome hosts one of world's most scenic marathons
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Zucchini Blossom
Fried zucchini blossoms, stuffed with cheese, is a masterpiece of the Italian cuisine.
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Sicilian Blood Oranges
The oranges with the red juice and sweet distinctive taste are the fruity pride of Sicily
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Birdwatching
Numerous birds choose Tuscany as their temporary winter home
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Marino Wine Festival (Sagra dell’Uva di Marino)
An exceptional festival with local wine flowing from a fountain!
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Easter Explosion of the Cart (Lo Scoppio del Carro)
Easter in Florence is memorable for splendid fireworks display
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Luminara of San Ranieri Pisa
One of the most beautiful nights in the ancient Italian city
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Wild Poppy Bloom
Poppy fields attract many photographers trying to capture the beauty of spring flowers
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Fiera del Cacio
The cheese fair held in the birthplace of pecorino itself offers the best selection of world-famous Tuscan cheese
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Vendemmia or Grape Harvest
Vendemmia is one of the most important seasons in Tuscany
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Easter Food
You make know Easter bread and Italian panettone but how about trying dove cake or a rustic pizza?
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Bougainvillea Bloom
Rome's streets become even more romantic when houses are covered in vibrant bougainvillea blooms
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Terme di Saturnia
Ancient Romans enjoyed this relaxing spot and used to come here for treatment. You too can try its healing powers
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Bringoli Feast of San Martino (Festa dei Bringoli di San Martino)
Delicious handmade spaghetti is a real treat for the real foodies
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Beach Season
Turquoise water and plenty of shade make Tuscan beaches a dream summer getaway
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Arena di Verona Opera Festival
Watch an opera at a majestic Roman amphitheatre
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Gubbio Festa dei Ceri and Corsa dei Ceri (Race of the Candles)
One of the oldest folklore events in Italy takes over the streets of Gubbio in May
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Frasassi Caves (Grotte di Frasassi), Genga
Visit the largest underground cave in Europe during your Italian vacation
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Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra), Capri
This sea cave amazes with its mysterious blue waters
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Wild Mushroom Season
Italy is lucky to have plenty of fresh wild mushrooms
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Aperitivo Time in Milan
Pre-dinner drinks are something special in Northern Italy. They usually involve cocktails, snacks, and good company
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Italian Black Summer Truffles
Try typical fresh Italian black truffles while visiting Italy
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Flea Markets
Get ready to hunt and maybe you'll be lucky to find something precious
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Rock Climbing
Rock climbing can be the most exciting part of your holidays in Italy
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Infiorata Flower Carpet Festivals
Witness how towns and villages create incredible art that will only last for a few days
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Skiing & Snowboarding Season
The Alps and Dolomites have some of the greatest resorts in Europe
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Milan Women's Fashion Week
To stay stylish explore latest vogue collection in Milan
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EuroChocolate Festival Perugia
Visit one of the most significant Chocolate events in Europe
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White Truffle Season & Fairs
Enjoy the smell of fresh truffles in the air while visiting the best Italian white truffles markets
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Cavalcata Sarda
A great way to feel the real spirit of Sardinia and learn about its culture and traditions
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Casu Marzu, Sardinian Maggot Cheese
This Sardinian delicacy has live maggots inside! Sounds disgusting? Just try it! The taste reminds of strong Parmesan
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Milano Film Festival (MFF)
A movieholic can't miss this film event while visiting Milan
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Scala dei Turchi
The large chalk cliff lures tourists and photographers to the azure coast
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Christmas Season
With festive decorations and dozens of nativity scenes, Rome has plenty to offer during the holidays
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Christmas Markets
A mix of Mediterranean food and culture with Alpine traditions
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Carnival (Carnevale) in Italy
The whole Italy dresses up in incredible costumes and masks
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Great St Bernard Pass
A scenic mountain pass that gdot famous thanks to its dogs
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Timmelsjoch
A secret Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road in the Ötztal Alps attracts adrenaline-seekers
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Stelvio Pass (Passo dello Stelvio)
A popular cycling destination in the Ortler Alps
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Holy Week & Easter
Take to the streets to see elaborate and dramatic processions and honour the most important week in the Christian calendar
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Santuario Basilica Madonna della Corona
Have you seen a church, suspended halfway between Heaven and Earth?
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Liberation Day (Festa della Liberazione)
The holiday marked with anti-fascist rallies and speeches
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Umbria Jazz
The largest and most famous jazz festival in Italy
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Spoleto Festival dei 2Mondi
A festival connecting two worlds and celebrating all forms of art
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Medieval Festival Monteriggioni
One of the oldest medieval festivals in Italy with dances, music, and traditional crafts
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Rome Film Festival
One of the most prestigeous film festivals in the world
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La Partita a Scacchi di Marostica
Watch an amazing living chess game dating back to the 15th century
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Festa del Torrone Cremona
The sweetest Christmas-time festival in the Lombardy region
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Festa dei Serpari di Cocullo (Cocullo Snake Festival)
One of the most unusual festivals in Europe, where snakes wrap the statue of San Domenico
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Cesena Festival del Cibo di Strada
One of the favorite gastronomic festivals in the Emilia-Romagna region
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Ypsigrock Festival
Sicily hosts one of the most well-known indie and alternative festivals in Italy
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Bababoom Festival
Relax to reggae music on the beautiful Italian beach on the east coast
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Cuneo National Chestnut Fair (Fiera Nazionale del Marrone)
One of the largest food festivals in Italy
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Red Bull Cliff Diving
Breathtaking competition in Polignano a Mare on the scenic Adriatic sea coast
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Journey into the Middle Ages (Viaggio nel Medioevo)
A summer medieval festival of historical reenactments
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Giostra Cavalleresca di Sulmona
A spectacular Medieval-style jousting tournament
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Festival della Mente
The first European festival dedicated to human creativity in Sarzana
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Ravello Music Festival
A classical music festival with breathtaking views over Amalfi Coast
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Kitesurfing & Windsurfing
Ride strong thermal winds in the paradise of Mediterranean
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Rome Christmas Markets
You can't miss this holiday fair in the beautiful Piazza Navona
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Mediterranean Cruises
Enjoy an award-winning vacation, highlighting picture-perfect coasts, ancient history, and fine cuisine
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Ponte alla Luna (Bridge to the Moon)
Suspension bridges connect two peaks in Sasso di Castalda
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Italian International Balloon Grand Prix in Todi
Be sure to book tickets to this fairytale hot-air balloon festival!
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Merano WineFestival
The festival in the picturesque Italian town of Merano will introduce you to the world of wine culture
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Sanremo Music Festival
Experience the magic of Italy's premier musical event at the Sanremo Music Festival
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Trento Film Festival
The first and oldest international film festival dedicated to the themes of mountains, adventure, and exploration
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Krampus in Italy
During Christmas time, the region’s Germanic spirit comes alive
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Krampus in Bolzano
Experience the region's unique festive spirit with Krampuslauf in Bolzano
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Krampus in Merano
In Merano, keep an eye out for devilish figures making surprise appearances among the festive stalls of the Christmas Market
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Krampus in Brixen (Bressanone)
On Krampusnacht the Christmas devil comes alive
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Krampus in Sterzing (Vipiteno)
Traditional spine-chilling figure of South Tyrol's Christmas season