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Celebrating Dante In Ravenna
In 2021 the city of Ravenna celebrated the 700th anniversary of the death of Dante Alighieri. But how did this famous Florentine poet come to
Discover The Stunning Byzantine Mosaics Of Ravenna
The Byzantine mosaics of Ravenna, in northern Italy, are a major tourist attraction. Spread across eight buildings from the early Christian period, these magnificent artworks
Explore Ravenna: Mosaics, History, And Literary Legends
Even by the standards of Emilia-Romagna, which is full of art cities, Ravenna is a treasure trove of history, art, and culture. This city, once
Discover The Romantic Legacy Of Lord Byron In Ravenna
In self-imposed exile from England, the English poet Lord Byron found a new chapter of his life in Italy. He wrote some of his most
Discovering Shakespeare’s Venice
Literature lovers may be keen to discover Shakespeare’s Venice, to see the city where he set two of his most famous plays. But what was
Visiting The Islands Of Giudecca And San Giorgio, Venice
If you’re looking for a short day trip from Venice, you may choose to visit Murano, Burano or the other islands of the lagoon. But