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Real stories, recipes and community life from Italy's Rocky Heart. Independent editorial coverage of Abruzzo since 2007 — culture, food, history, travel and the people who make this region extraordinary.
24 Hours in Castel del Monte: A Local’s Guide
How would you spend 24 hours in beautiful Castel del Monte, known as Capital of the Shepherds in Abruzzo since Pre-Roman Times! We asked local Mauro Cironi for his favourite tips on how to make the most of your time in this historic medieval town
48 Hours of Safe Travel – Venice
Summer 2020 was the season to visit Venice; no cruise ships and without the tourist hordes due to Covid-19 restrictions. Suddenly the city became attractive once more to people like me, an independent family traveler
L’Anello della Valle Peligna – The Sulmona Valley Loop
L’Anello della Valle Peligna – the Sulmona Valley Loop – is a project for our times. Our difficult times as we seek to recover from the virus. It’s been great so far and we’re excited about the future
Matera – Face to Face with the History of Man
Matera is the world's third oldest city, an impressive history of human civilization and pain, shame and today community pride in being known as troglodytes
Fontecchio: Keeping The Door Open on a Piazza’s Heartbeat
Abruzzo’s Monument to its Shepherds & Weather Warnings
Bosco di Sant’ Antonio – 5 Reasons to Visit its Sacred Candelabra
Fano Adriano: Scarred But Put on Your List!
The Thrilling Close to a Sagra – Lu Balle de la Pupa
Donkeys Do It Better: A Family Trek Together in Abruzzo
24 Hours in Pescasseroli – Capital of Italy’s First & Oldest National Park