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

On March 22–23, 2026, Italian voters rejected a constitutional referendum on judicial reforms proposed by Giorgia Meloni’s (Italy’s current Prime Minister). The “No” camp won with approximately 54% of the vote, while the government-backed “Yes” received about 46–47%. Turnout was higher than expected, at around 59% (roughly 28.6 million total votes cast). Key Elements of […]

The hermitage of Santa Caterina located located in the municipality of Leggiuno, in the Province of Varese in northern Italy, offering an ancient charm in the most beautiful guardian of Lake Maggiore, steeped in history, legends, and miracles. It’s called the hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso, and its location is spectacular: it clings to […]