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Hilltop Capital: The Medieval Core and Modern Expansion of Campobasso

Campobasso sits high above the landscape, and it’s got this striking split personality. The medieval core clings to a steep ...
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Medieval Markets and Modern Art: A Day in Surprising Spilimbergo

Walking through the porticoed streets of Spilimbergo last Thursday, I found myself caught between two worlds—the medieval charm of market ...
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That Time I Found Myself Alone in a Medieval Stone Village

I never expected to find myself completely alone in a medieval stone village. The afternoon sun cast long shadows between ...
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The Authentic Italy: Why Abruzzo Preserves Traditions Lost Elsewhere

While most travelers flock to Rome, Florence, and Venice, I’ve found that the true heart of Italy beats in its ...
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Ancient Remedies: Soaking in Ischia’s Millennia-Old Thermal Waters

Nestled in the sparkling Tyrrhenian Sea off Italy’s coast, Ischia has been my favorite wellness secret for years. The moment ...
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Summer Opera and Winter Capocollo: The Seasonal Joys of Martina Franca

Martina Franca sits tucked into the rolling hills of southern Italy, and honestly, it always draws me back with its ...
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Baroque Elegance in the Valle d’Itria: Discovering Martina Franca’s

When you walk into Martina Franca, it’s like stepping into a living painting. Every corner bursts with intricate Baroque facades ...
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Standing Where Kingdoms Collided: My Day Exploring Italy’s Longest Siege

When I stood on the ancient grounds of Monte Cassino, I felt the weight of history right under my feet. ...
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Castle by the Sea: The Historic Waterfront of Underrated Monopoli

When I first landed in Monopoli, tucked along Puglia’s Adriatic coast, the waterfront castle jumped out at me. This historic ...
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Beyond the Name: The Authentic Coastal Charm of Monopoli

When I first rolled into Monopoli, Italy, I honestly didn’t expect it to be so much more than just a ...
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The Week I Spent in a Region So Overlooked Italians Joke It Doesn’t Exist

Last week, I set off for Molise, a region so overlooked that Italians joke it doesn’t even exist. “Il Molise ...
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Shepherd’s Paths: The Transhumance Traditions of Molise

In the rolling hills of Molise, Italy, I stumbled onto one of the most fascinating ancient traditions still alive today: ...
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Mosaic School Legacy: The Artistic Tradition of Spilimbergo

Nestled in the charming town of Spilimbergo in northern Italy, the Scuola Mosaicisti del Friuli has been a beacon of ...
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Between Cliffs and Beaches: The Natural Beauty of Gargano’s Capital

Gargano’s capital always surprises me. Tall white cliffs drop into the clear blue waters of the Adriatic Sea, and quiet ...
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Ancient Trails and Empty Beaches: Exploring Undiscovered Molise

During my travels across Italy, I stumbled onto a place that honestly feels like stepping into another era—Molise, the country’s ...
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Devil’s Bridge and Ancient Mysteries: Exploring UNESCO Cividale

Walking through the historic streets of Cividale del Friuli, I was drawn by a worn-out sign pointing to the “Ponte ...
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White Stone Wonder: The Seaside Cathedral of Trani

When I first arrived at the edge of the Adriatic Sea, the Cathedral of Trani instantly grabbed my attention. That ...
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“Molise Doesn’t Exist”: How I Discovered Italy’s Most Mysterious Region

Ever heard of an Italian region that supposedly doesn’t exist? When I first saw memes about “Molise doesn’t exist,” I ...
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Beyond the Amalfi Coast: Hidden Treasures of Campania

The Amalfi Coast steals the spotlight with its stunning views and celebrity buzz, but honestly, Campania has so much more ...
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Italy’s Forgotten Region: Why Molise Deserves Your Attention

Ever heard of Molise? If not, don’t worry—you’ve got plenty of company. Tucked between the better-known Abruzzo and Puglia in ...
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Fortress on Impossible Rock: The Medieval Marvel of Roccascalegna

Roccascalegna Castle clings dramatically to a sheer basalt cliff, looking like it’s about to launch into the sky. When I ...
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