"Bologna—also known as 'La Dotta'—is home to the oldest university in the world. From history and art to science and literature, every aspect of knowledge and culture seems to have been investigated and turned into a museum by the Bolognese—so whateve…"

"Bologna is in itself an exotic destination. Though you will find plenty of tourists in the city, it is nowhere close to Florence, Rome, Venice or Naples when it comes to crowds. Bologna is a student city, and is culturally rich. This guide will focus…"

"Bologna is the ideal city for walking and satisfying your cultural, historic and culinary tastes. It is always a pleasure to walk under the shelter of the long porticos, but it is upon leaving those—and getting lost in the narrow medieval—that your a…"

"Bologna is famous all over the world for its gastronomic tradition, and it is not a coincidence that it is also known as 'la grassa'—the fat city! You simply can't leave Bologna without tasting its typical products or hanging out in one of its authen…"

"What I find very special about Bologna is its harmonious city center mix of small shops, luxury stores and international chains. Whether you are a nostalgic old-style shop fan, a street market lover, or a luxury brand addict, my recommendations will …"

"Have you ever asked yourself why the Americans call the Due Torri—symbol of Bologna—the kissing towers? This name comes from a romantic legend telling the story of an impossible love. It is said that, when asked for his daughter's hand in marriage, …"