mountains

Unesco Fossil trail in Monte San Giorgio mountains

October 6, 2014 by admin

The Monte San Giorgio area in northern Italy never fails to impress it's visitors with it's breath-taking scenery: between Lombardy and Ticino. This mountain has an important past, a fossil deposit that dates back to the middle Triassic (around 245-230 million years ago). Characterized by the presence of at least six fossiliferous levels, this mountain has a precious heritage … [Read more...] about Unesco Fossil trail in Monte San Giorgio mountains

White Christmas in the Dolomites mountains in Italy

December 18, 2011 by admin

Christmas is coming, and organizing a vacation for the approaching holidays is a must. Checking out the many travel portals for the many deals on offer in Italy is a good idea. I highly recommend booking a weeks holiday in Waldheim Belvedere. Accommodation prices are very interesting. A weeks stay will cost about 700 euros and in return you will be housed in a beautiful typical … [Read more...] about White Christmas in the Dolomites mountains in Italy

Padua (Padova in Italian) is a city in northeastern Italy located between Venice and Vicenza. It offers a rich history and many attractions to visit. Here are a few suggestions of things to do in Padua: Basilica of St. Anthony The Basilica of St. Anthony is a major pilgrimage site and a popular tourist destination […]

Looking to visit the seaside town of Rimini on the Adriatic coast in Italy? Then why not consider this perfect gift of a Monopoly board dedicated to the town of Rimini. For 20 years, Winning Moves, a company that has the international rights for special editions of the board game, explains the Italian manager of […]