This was the most important place for me to see whilst on our two week vacation to Italy. I cannot put into words how simple and beautiful the cave is. When we arrived there was a mass in progress so I didn’t get any pictures of the cave itself unfortunately. The little village is like something from a fairytale.It was a little difficult to get to Monte Sant’Angelo from Foggia but we just had to visit this beautiful church.

(Translated by Google) The Torre del Ponte in Peschici is a wonderful historic structure that marks the entrance to the charming medieval village of Peschici, in Puglia. This tower is an authentic architectural jewel that adds a touch of majesty and charm to the entrance to the village. The Bridge Tower, with its imposing presence, evokes the atmosphere of bygone eras and transports visitors on a journey through time. Its construction dates back to the medieval period and, over the centuries, it has maintained its original structure, becoming a historical icon of the place. The tower is strategically positioned right at the entrance to the medieval village of Peschici and offers a spectacular panoramic view of the coast and the Adriatic Sea. Its imposing stone walls, watchtower and drawbridge (from which its name derives) create a breathtaking image that captures the attention of anyone approaching Peschici. The Torre del Ponte is an essential reference point for visitors wishing to explore the medieval village, as it marks the beginning of a unique experience. Crossing the drawbridge and entering the ancient city gates makes you feel as if you are entering an enchanted world of narrow cobbled streets, white stone houses and picturesque views. During my stay in Peschici, I spent time admiring this magnificent tower and photographing it from every possible angle. It is a true masterpiece of medieval architecture and adds a touch of magic to the whole experience of visiting Peschici. In short, the Torre del Ponte in Peschici is much more than a simple access point to the medieval village; it is a symbol of history, beauty and authenticity that warmly welcomes you into the wonderful experience that is Peschici. Its presence is emblematic of the timeless charm of this place and will certainly remain etched in the memories of anyone who has been lucky enough to visit it. (Original) La Torre del Ponte a Peschici è una meravigliosa struttura storica che segna l'ingresso al suggestivo borgo medievale di Peschici, in Puglia. Questa torre è un autentico gioiello architettonico che aggiunge un tocco di maestosità e fascino all'entrata del borgo. La Torre del Ponte, con la sua imponente presenza, evoca l'atmosfera di epoche passate e trasporta i visitatori in un viaggio nel tempo. La sua costruzione risale al periodo medievale e, nel corso dei secoli, ha mantenuto la sua struttura originale, diventando un'icona storica del luogo. La torre è posizionata strategicamente proprio all'ingresso del borgo medievale di Peschici e offre una vista panoramica spettacolare sulla costa e sul mare Adriatico. Le sue imponenti mura di pietra, la torretta di avvistamento e il ponte levatoio (da cui deriva il suo nome) creano un'immagine mozzafiato che cattura l'attenzione di chiunque si avvicini a Peschici. La Torre del Ponte è un punto di riferimento essenziale per i visitatori che desiderano esplorare il borgo medievale, in quanto segna l'inizio di un'esperienza unica. Attraversare il ponte levatoio e varcare le antiche porte della città ti fa sentire come se stessi entrando in un mondo incantato fatto di stradine acciottolate, case di pietra bianca e scorci pittoreschi. Durante il mio soggiorno a Peschici, ho trascorso del tempo ad ammirare questa torre magnifica e a fotografarla da ogni angolazione possibile. È un vero capolavoro dell'architettura medievale e aggiunge un tocco di magia all'intera esperienza di visita a Peschici. In breve, la Torre del Ponte a Peschici è molto più di un semplice punto di accesso al borgo medievale; è un simbolo di storia, bellezza e autenticità che ti accoglie calorosamente nella meravigliosa esperienza che è Peschici. La sua presenza è emblematica del fascino intramontabile di questo luogo e rimarrà sicuramente impressa nei ricordi di chiunque abbia avuto la fortuna di visitarlo.

One of our dream pilgrimage destinations fulfilled. It was a long trip coming from the Philippines then Germany and Austria. Stayed in a hotel overnight in Foggia before taking the bus to San Giovanni Rotondo. Well worth the trip. St. Padre Pio pray for us.

It’s nice to come back to the hometown and appreciate the slowly growing and improving as an Italian burocrazie are specialists. This is one of the most beautiful places to visit. Very suggestive.

Very beautiful lake that is about 120 km away from. The lake offers a lot and satisfys all tastes. You can lay back and enjoy nature, try their trails, swim in the lake, or just do pedaling in the lake. The part we sat in was mainly occupied by locals, which even made it more fun and exposed to the simplicity of life locals live. There are a few cafes & restaurants here and there but with not many options and unfortunately dine in restaurants open only at a few designated hours. It was worth the visit.

Breathtaking experience. 10/10 recommend if you are in Abruzzo! Moderate walk up the mountain. There are a few shops along the way up selling homemade jewelry and T-shirts. The view is incredible once you’re at the top.

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Perfect place to stay and very friendly host.

Beautiful basilica perched high on a hill. The importance is profound as it is the home of the birthplace of Mary, brought here by the crusaders. The reverence with which visitors enter the chambers is amazing. What a wonderful place to visit, and quite serendipitous on our part as it was an unplanned stop. Definitely worth seeing.

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(Translated by Google) A beautiful place with a magnificent view of the city and port. The basilica houses the relics of St. Ciriaco. It's worth reading about its history. The basilica is Romanesque with Byzantine elements. Free catacombs are available in both naves. A miraculous painting of the Virgin Mary is also featured. (Original) Piekne miejsce, ze wspaniałym widokiem na miasto i port. W bazylice relikwie św. CIRIACO. Warto poczytać o jego historii. Bazylika romańska z elementami bizantyjskimi. Dostępne darmowe katakumby w obu nawach. Cudowny obraz Matki Boskiej

Amazing experience. My tour guide, Michele, was very knowledgeable and painted a vivid picture of the discovery of the caves. His English is great and learning about the formations was really interesting. It was a magical experience and this has been my favorite experience in Italy, maybe even my life. These caves should be one of the natural wonders in the world. Also, the surrounding town is beautiful, you can take a nice stroll alongside the river. Try the dishes with truffles in them! Also, vincisgrassi (the regional version of lasagne) is delicious. The locals are so friendly, but some of them don’t speak English so it’s a great opportunity to practice your Italian! My heart is still in the mountains there. P.S. if you try to get to the Valadier Temple (Tempio del Valadier) the google map location for it is not accurate for the start of the trailhead. You will have to go about double the distance from the caves than what it says (the location of the cave on the side of the mountain). It will be on the right side of the road and about 800 meters from the caves. It is walkable, but a rather long walk on the side of the road to get to the starting point. But, it is worth it!

This place is well worth a visit if you are in the area. You can wander around in the walled town for free. The castle itself is 10 euros and a walk along a bit of the castle wall for 2 euros. Both are worth doing. National Trust would charge 20 quid for the castle in the UK. The bit of wall was short but the views are stunning. It's a big tourist draw so bars and restaurants are a bit more expensive than the norm in the area but some nice places to eat or have an ice cream. We went late may. I would guess it will be crowded in peak season.

Just one word- Amazing. it is out of main highways , but must to visit. is one of the most important centers of the Italian Renaissance, whose architectural legacy it still fully preserves (is UNESCO World Heritage Site). It is home to one of the oldest and most important universities in Europe, founded in 1506.

The Aquarium of Cattolica is an amazing place to visit! It’s well-maintained, with a fantastic variety of marine life beautifully displayed. The exhibits are educational and engaging for all ages, making it perfect for families. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly, enhancing the experience with interesting facts and care. The facility is clean and easy to explore, with plenty of interactive areas for kids. Highly recommend for a fun and educational day out!

The miniatures itselves are good for Italians or people who know Italy a lot. However, all the attractions around are splendid for children - they are all included in entrance fee and thanks to their high frequency of operation there were only short queues. I highly recommend with children up to 10-12 years.

A small old town at the bottom of a fortress, which invites to exploration. Great view around most of the town. A short hike to the fortress itself is rewarding as the fortress is also big and has many floors, information and weapons from different eras on display. I recommend going there👍 On top of the fortress theres a stunning view around the area🙂

I visited Mirabilandia in Emilia-Romagna with friends/family and had a fantastic time overall. The park is huge, well-organized, and offers a wide range of attractions for all ages — from adrenaline-pumping roller coasters to family-friendly shows and water rides. 👍 What I liked: • Katun and iSpeed are must-rides if you love thrill coasters — fast, smooth, and exciting! • The water park (Mirabeach) is a great bonus, especially during hot summer days. • Cleanliness: The park is generally clean and well-maintained. • Variety: There’s a good mix of rides, shows, and food options. • Parking is spacious and easy to navigate. 👎 What could be better: • Waiting times: Lines can get quite long during peak hours — a Fast Pass is recommended. • Food prices are high and the quality is average. • Some areas could use a refresh or renovation. • Limited shade in some zones, so bring sunscreen and a hat. 📝 Tip: Try to arrive early and head straight to the most popular rides first (Katun, iSpeed, Divertical). Also, booking tickets online in advance can save you time and money.

Very nice monastery on the top of the hill. Near parking available as well as restaurant directly in the monastery, or right next to rhe parking.

The basilica was one of the reasons we traveled to Ravenna and the church is breathtakingly beautiful!!! It's a different kind of art that has been applied here. The mosaic stones were used perfectly and we couldn't stop being amazed. Everyone should have seen this church... words cannot describe it! We were impressed and would visit the church every time!

One of the most important Italian museum and the best experience I’ve ever had. Because of when I visited, I was fortunate enough to have the museum all to myself - which was surreal. Their permanent collection is beautiful, and the stories behind some of their pieces are extraordinary. Staff are all incredibly kind and knowledgeable, and not only great professionals, but amazing humans. I got to hear the origin story of the building, among many others which contributed to what it is today. The building although very old, is incredibly well kept, and the interior is a tasteful modern, which still does well to emphasise the authentic architectural identity of the museum. The place is squeaky clean all around, and overall just very calm and pleasant to be in. As always, there is a discount for students. After such a wonderful experience, I’m definitely looking forward to coming back in spring for their yearly special exhibition - which will host over three hundred paintings from the greatest artists of all time!

A very large and extremely good Gucci outlet. There is a wide selection of clothes and especially shoes, with prices that are really good. Sometimes it’s hard to find the right sizes, but that’s normal for an outlet. You may also have to wait a bit to be served, since you can’t just pick the items yourself. Other than that, I think it’s the best shop inside the mall.

Nice set of rooms right near the city centre of Ferrara. The rooms are tidy and the is a lot of space. The bathroom is sort clean and comfortable. The kitchen has to be shared with another room and then it needs to be cleaned. The prices are really good for the quality it offers. The WiFi is free and there is usually someone to speak to if you need something.

Of all the attractions in Ferrara, the Estense Castle is the most iconic. We visited on a Thursday morning and there were very few other visitors. Our ticket was part of the MyFE card, which is definitely worth purchasing for a few days ( if nothing else it reduces the tourist tax. We paid just over €25 euros for a 6 day pass. The castle is most impressive from the exterior., however unlike some castles I have visited in Italy it has a good degree of information and exhibits as you go round. Dont expect to wizz round, it seemed like a labyrinth, and we were there for about 2 hours. The Lions Tower is about 112 steps, not too bad compared to many towers Ive climbed. Obviously there not as tall, you still had a good view over the old town. When we visited (June 2025) The visit finished qith an exhibition of photography by Art Kane. Hands up, I had never heard if the guy, but if you are person of a certain age (like myself) you could help but recognise many of his iconic images. The icing on the cake were the Andy Worhols. The exhibition runs until September and is definitely an added bonus. You can visit the courtyard for free and there were at least 3 entrances across the moat. The tourist office is also located in the courtyard. Ferrara is a definitely not a tourist town as such and can therefore be enjoyed without too much hussle and bussle. On the other hand it is most certainly a working town and unlike many of the more famous historic centres is a mixture of old and new, and lacks a bit of charm as a result. The towns historical sites are a little far apart, walkable, but given it was 35 degrees plus the week we stayed seemed a little too far on occasions. Overall we really enjoyed the castle and would highly recommend it.

A stunning square and a beautiful chapel and cloister. Well worth a visit. More peaceful than other places and with excellent cafes to relax and enjoy the view.

The two towers in the heart of Bologna highlights the importance of preserving history. One of the towers is leaning, probably more than the one in Pisa (I saw that in a YouTube Video), and visibly one can see the leaning in comparison with the other tower. Currently, restoration work is going on and so they are not open to public. However, you can see and click photos from the road.