Tag Archives: Piedmont
Valle Maira, a treasure to be discovered between cuisine and landscapes
The journey to discover a place, a culture, a corner of the world undoubtedly also goes through food. Every dish we taste tells us a story, an identity, a relationship with nature. If you too believe that gastronomic experiences are a key element of travel and always seek information in advance about local products and […]
Continue readingTour of Lake Orta by bike, between villages and beaches
Here it is, nestled between the green of the Alps and the dense woods of the hills. We are in front of Lake Orta, an unmissable destination for all those who are in Piedmont. Of course, it’s not as majestic as Lake Maggiore, or glamorous like the more famous Lake Como. But, precisely because of […]
Continue readingGuests at Palace: Charming Weekend in Historic Houses in Italy
Discover some of the wonders of Italy while staying in suggestive historic houses turned into eco-friendly villas, Alberghi Diffusi or elegant, family-run b&b. The elegance of Parma Parma is a quiet and friendly town that embodies rich treasures: the beautiful Baptistery, the elegant gardens, numerous historic houses and the Farnesi Theatre, all wrapped in an incredible atmosphere. It is a […]
Continue readingNature Significantly Boosts Health and Wellbeing
According to recent studies, being in touch with nature, even for a few hours, has several benefits on our mental and physical health. The study, carried out by researchers at the University of Exeter in the United Kingdom and published in Scientific Reports, involved about 20 thousand people who spent some time in contact with […]
Continue readingSan Michele: the Abbey which inspired Umberto Eco
Let’s discover the San Michele Abbey, a majestic abbey on the top of the Pirchiriano mountain, in the west of Turin. This abbey inspired the author Umberto Eco for its debut novel The Name of the Rose. …because of the inaccessible position, the abbey was capable of generating fear in every traveler who approached it… […]
Continue readingVegan holiday in Italy: here’s where to go
The vegan and vegetarian choice is now more and more widespread, in Italy and in the world. If until a few years ago eating out and spending holidays was not so simple, especially for vegans, now a large number of accommodation facilities offer menus dedicated to these special diets and some completely embrace the philosophy […]
Continue readingThe magical house in the woods . Interview with Luca and Paola of Casa Payer
“Everyone has the power to make the world a better place” (Sergio Bambarén) Here there is the story of Casa Payer owners, a wonderful house in the woods conceived to live a life in nature. It’s a 100% eco-friendly and vegetarian experience in the amazing Waldense valleys in Piedmont. We’ll discover the charming story of Luca […]
Continue readingValchiusella, among Ancient Villages, Waterfalls and Natural Pools
Are you ready for a blast from the past, among wild valleys, historic villages and natural ponds? We are taking you to Valchiusella, in Piedmont (North Italy). The natural landscape that you will find has remained unchanged over the years, thanks to the fact that the territory has always been avoiding the development of any […]
Continue readingIn praise of escape: 10 chic breaks in Italy far from everything
You need to stop. To get off the daily carousel made of a thousand commitments and situations that sometimes appear asphyxiating. To get away from the usual routine, so tiring and pressing. You need to escape. To find your balance, to breathe and rediscover beauty. Sometimes escape is really necessary, and what better way than […]
Continue readingDamanhur: discovering the Temples, the Eighth Wonder of the World
Many people have defined them as the eighth wonder of the world. In Valchiusella, Piedmont, discover the Temples of Humanity, an underground construction, pride of the Community of Damanhur. In a village of 500 people, 50 km from Turin, hidden in the heart of a mountain, lies what many have called the eighth wonder of […]
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