In this exhibit, visitors can experience the Ara Pacis in Rome through virtual reality to discover how it once looked during the Augustan era and to discover the origin story of Rome and the Augustus' family. Visitors can even experience what it was like to witness a Roman sacrifice. This one of a kind experience, offered in 5 language (Italian, ...
The "Violini a Venezia" concert series by the string orchestra Interpreti Veneziani combines harmony, classical music and tradition at the splendid ancient venues of Venice. Held at 8:30 p.m. at Chiesa di San Vidal, Venice. Refer to the website below for performance dates.
FictionFest encompasses international fiction in all forms, from books to movies and TV, and includes several screenings. Please check the event website for updated dates.
The Putignano Festival, in the region of Puglia, is believed to be the longest and one of the oldest carnivals in the world, with records dating back to December 26, 1394. It is considered the longest-running carnival because it begins on December 26th with the multi-centennial tradition of the <i>Propaggine</i> (where Saint Stefan Protomartyre's Holy Relices are transferred from Monopoli ...
On July 2nd, the intriguing town of Matera, where cave dwellings (sassi) give off an ancient air, hosts the feast of the Madonna della Bruna in homage to the city's patron saint. The feast is centuries old, and commences at dawn with a shepherds procession to awaken the ancient quarters of town. A statue of the Holy Mother, the Madonna della Bruna, is carried through the streets and in accordance with ancient ...
The Santa Rosalia Festival, known to Sicilians as "festino", celebrates Palermo's patron saint with a week of festivities, including parades, fireworks, and music. Access 160 Issues of Our Award-Winning Travel Publication. Get Insider Help Planning Your Trip to Italy.
The "Palio of the Boats" is divided into three stages: the first and third events are water races, while the second stage requires contestants from the town's four districts to carry boats on their shoulders through the steep hills and passageways of old town Passignano. The palio, held annually on the last Sunday in July, originates from an attempted invasion ...
The town of Gubbio, near Perugia, hosts an annual summer festival highlighted by concerts and performances by talented local musicians. The musicians also teach seminars and master classes for €80 per class. Note: Dates have not been confirmed; please check the official event website for updates. Access 160 Issues of Our Award-Winning Travel Publication. Get Insider Help Planning Your Trip to ...
According to legend, in 352 AD, a rich and bored Roman gentleman experienced a vivid dream in which the Virgin Mary told him that a certain hill in Rome would be covered in snow in the morning, and that he should then use his money to build a church on that site. Being that Rome was deep in a steamy ...
Civitavecchia rings in the anniversary of its founding, as well as the defeat of the Saracens, in charming seaside style: A boat race, historical procession and a gastronomical fair featuring huge quantities of free seafood, and in particular, a gigantic Padellone -- a giant platter of fried fish that especially encapsulates the anniversary of the founding of the city. Other celebrations ...
