48 hours in Mantua

This is the city to which Romeo was banished, and it is also home to a palace entirely dedicated to love. Little wonder, then, that one English author considered it to be the world’s most romantic city, writes Jane Keightley Images by Jane Keightley unless otherwise stated ©iStock Getty images Aldous Huxley once called Mantua “the most romantic More...

The Baron Corvo’s grave
The final resting place of an English eccentric who made Venice his home, writes Joe Gartman Images by Patricia Gartman The pale red brick walls and tall cypresses of San Michele Island rise from the lagoon waters More...

Discover the city of Verona
Shakespeare may have put Verona on the map, but it’s the city’s rich history that makes it unforgettable © iStock ‘Fair Verona, where we lay our scene’ introduces William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, More...

Top 10 guide to Liguria
Rachael Martin is spoilt for choice as she picks out ten good reasons why Liguria is a favourite destination for all the family Images by Foto Archivio Agenzia In Liguria unless otherwise stated Home to the ancient More...

The new issue of Italia! is out now
A warm welcome to the latest Italia! magazine – another packed issue celebrating the best of Italy. We’ve all spent what seems a long time contemplating our favourite country from afar – but as I write, it More...

Build your future in the Italian Marche
ITS ITALY is leading a pioneering group giving life back to local communities in Italy, restoring ancient properties, facilitating investments in local businesses and supporting the local circular economy Images More...

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The Marble Faun
Discover more about the Roman inspirations for Nathaniel Hawthorne’s 19th-century Gothic novel with Joe Gartman. Image by Patricia Gartman Long ago in Rome, wealthy families often embellished their palazzi with More...

Top 10 places to visit in Italy
Italy has it all – incredible landscapes, evocative history, stunning architecture, amazing weather and fabulous food. If you’re planning a holiday to Italy, then check out our suggestions below of some of the More...

The Top 10 guide of what to see in Lomellina
Val Nicastro explores this quiet corner of Lombardy known as ‘the Little Loire’ for its picturesque castles in a rural landscape and its traditional village life – and its great local produce Images by Val More...