Emilia-Romagna Travel Guide

Gourmets the world over claim that Emilia-Romagna's greatest contribution to humankind has been gastronomic. Birthplace of fettuccine, tortellini, lasagna, prosciutto, and Parmesan cheese, the region has a spectacular culinary tradition. But there are many reasons to come here aside from the desire to be well fed: Parma's Correggio paintings, Giuseppe Verdi's villa at Sant'Agata, the medieval splendor of Bologna's palaces and Ferrara's alleyways, the rolling hills of the Romagna countryside, and, perhaps foremost, the Byzantine beauty of mosaic-rich Ravenna—glittering as brightly today as it did 1,500 years ago.

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Emilia-Romagna Hotels

Emilia-Romagna has a reputation for demonstrating a level of efficiency uncommon in most of Italy. Even the smallest hotels are usually well run, with high...read more

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Emilia-Romagna Restaurants

Italians rarely agree about anything, but most would say that the best food in the country is in Emilia-Romagna. Tortellini, fettuccine, Parmesan cheese...read more

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Things To Do in Emilia-Romagna

Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.

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  • Top Reasons to Go

    The signature food of Emilia: This region's food—prosciutto crudo, Parmigiano-Reggiano, balsamic vinegar, and above all, pasta—makes... Read more

  • Emilia-Romagna through the Ages

    Ancient History. Emilia-Romagna owes its beginnings to a road. In 187 BC the Romans built the Via Aemilia, a long road running northwest from... Read more

  • Cooking alla Bolognese

    A fine way to truly appreciate the appeal of Bolognese food is to learn how to make it.... Read more

  • Talking Politics

    Emilia-Romagna might seem staid: city after city has immaculate streets filled with smartly dressed businesspeople in impeccable shoes, covertly... Read more

  • San Marino, a Country on a Cliff

    The world's smallest and oldest republic, as San Marino dubs itself, is surrounded entirely by Italy. It consists of three ancient castles perched... Read more

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