Travel to Italy is generally safe, even though it's rife with rumors of a mafia presence. As with many European countries, simply be aware and on the lookout for pickpockets and petty thieves.

The focal point of the area, the Duomo, is one of the most famous sights in all of Italy. Officially called the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore (Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral), the huge ...

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Holidaymakers can reach Bologna, known as Italy's food capital, by train in around an hour. And if you're looking for a real adventure, you can even tick another country off your bucket list on ...

In fact, there’s so much to do in Italy that it can be a little overwhelming to decide. The travel gurus at Lonely Planet ...