The massive ancient Fort Bard fortress in the Vale d’Aosta has remained almost entirely intact since its construction, and is one of the best examples of an early 19th-century blockading fortress. The stronghold consists of three main buildings, across three different levels: from the lowest, the Opera Ferdinando, to the…

Lake Orta is well known as one of the most romantic lakes in Italy and is to be found near Cusio, between the Ossola plain and the western shore of Lower Lake Maggiore. It is the westernmost of the pre-Alpine lakes and begins at the southern front of the Simplon…

La Certosa or simply Certosa, is a little island in the Venetian lagoon where visitors can enjoy sailing, canoeing and cultural events. The small 54-acre island consists mostly of a public park and the ruins of the ancient cloister that gave the island its name. It is part of the…

Lana, a charming and strategic little town in the South Tyrol is made for holiday breaks and is an excellent starting point for reaching the most beautiful holiday destinations around the region as well as many of its most appealing attractions. Accommodation in 5-stars and guest houses Between the towns…

Historic Turin and the rolling Langhe Hills Only4U, an Italian destination management company specializing in experiential tourism, shows happy couples the many facets of Turin. Along its historic streets you can get a sense of the elegance and nobility that it still retains today, in a succession of arcades, galleries,…

Trame d'Italia has many unusual experiences and cultural itineraries in the province of Parma, offering visitors the chance to discover the history, culture and life of the inhabitants of the Parma area. This online platform is for travellers looking for direct contact with places, traditions, people and those intriguing lesser-known…

The Musei Reali royal museums in Turin with their collections and tours are a must for visitors to the capital of the Piedmont region. Take this opportunity to enjoy moments of culture and leisure in one of the most enchanting places in this elegant and fascinating city. The new calendar…

Many movie directors have chosen Villa del Balbianello on Lake Como as a movie set. In the little town of Lenno, in the province of Como, the villa is located at the tip of the Lavedo peninsula, a promontory that extends into Lake Como and which took the name Balbianello…