A good read: 7 great Italian book fairs and festivals
For lovers of Italian language, literature and culture, Lorenza Bacino offers a round-up of some of the nation’s lesser-known book fairs and literary festivals 1. CaLibro Festival, Città di Castello “We More...
Light up the Sky: Il Redentore Festival
Despite its origins in a terrible period of Venetian history, Il Redentore is a spectacular celebration that takes place in the city each July Words by Sara Scarpa. Images by Iain Reid Most years, on the afternoon More...
The Carnival of Ivrea aka The Battle of the Oranges
The Carnival of Ivrea in Piedmont boasts a unique and intriguing element that sets it apart from other Italian festivals… the Battle of the Oranges Like all Italian carnivals, that of Ivrea is a feast of colour More...
Top Five Carnivals
Most months consist of some kind of festival in Italy – some celebrations more peculiar than others. Italia! discovers some of the weird, but mostly wonderful carnivals. 1. Carnevale di Venezia Venice’s More...