Throughout 2021 the city of Ravenna has been celebrating the 700th anniversary of the death of Dante Alighieri. But how did this famous Florentine poet come to be associated with Ravenna? And where can you find Dante in Ravenna today? Dante And Ravenna Dante was born in Florence in 1265. As well as making a …
The region of Campania has five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and is part of one multi-region site. It also has two examples of intangible cultural heritage. Some of these sites are very well known; others less so. This is a complete list of World Heritage Sites in Campania. 1. Pompeii, Herculaneum And Torre Annunziata Pompeii …
The largest circular tomb in the world, and the resting place of Rome’s first emperor. The Mausoleum of Augustus is one of the city’s lesser known Roman sites, for the very good reason that it was derelict for many years, and closed altogether in 2007. However, following a major programme of renovation, the Mausoleum re-opened …
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Italy now has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country in the world. Until earlier this year it had 55, an equal number with China. However the tally has now risen to 58, making it the world leader. Proof, if you needed it, of how fabulous a country Italy is! Worldwide, 33 sites …
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