Bologna
Bologna, a vibrant and lively university city, rich in art and culture,welcomes visitors with open arms. Its manageable size makes it perfect for exploration by bicycle, offering an abundance of attractions that earned three nicknames. Known as the “Dotta,” it proudly home of the first university in the Western world, the Alma Mater Studiorum, established in 1088. Its distinctive red rooftops contribute to its nickname “Rossa,” providing a picturesque view from the top of its iconic towers. Renowned for its delectable cuisine, from mouth watering lasagna to savory salami and tigelle, It is called “Grasa”.
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Bologna, Where History Comes Alive
The origin of the city is due to a small settlement of Umbrians, then it passed under the rule of the Etruscans, Celts and Romans, however the highlight occurs during the Middle Ages and its legacy is still clearly recognizable today.
Prepare to be captivated by Bologna, beginning with its iconic symbol: the two towers. The Asinelli Tower stands tall at 98 meters, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the city, while the Garisenda Tower, immortalized in Dante’s Inferno, adds to the city’s charm .
At the heart of Bologna lies Piazza Maggiore, pulsating with life and history. Majestic Basilica of San Petronio, the sixth-largest church globally, despite its incompleteness, earning the title of Basilica Minore.The basilica of San Petronio, dedicated to the city’s patron saint, stands as the largest brick-built Gothic church worldwide.The façade also remained unfinished and is divided into two horizontal bands: the lower one, with the marble decorations, and and the upper featuring protruding bricks meant to support a marble facing never applied.
From Artistic Treasures to Culinary Pleasures
Bologna is a city waiting to be explored, easily accessible by walking under the typically Bolognese porticoes: from Piazza Aldrovandi, continuing straight on Via Giuseppe Petroni leads to Via Zamboni where you’ll find Bologna’s Municipal Theater, the Pinacoteca Nazionale, housing masterpieces by luminaries such as Tintoretto, Titian, and Parmigianino. No visit to Bologna would be complete without indulging in its culinary delights. A stop at the Mercato delle Erbe is a must, where you can savor the vibrant flavors of local produce and take a leisurely walk through the tranquil Giardini Margherita.
Among the city’s iconic landmarks, the Neptune Fountain by Giambologna, situated behind Piazza Maggiore, stands as a timeless symbol of Bologna’s artistic heritage.
Bologna's Gastronomy Await Your Exploration
Pause under the porticoes at one of the numerous osterie to sample not only the renowned lasagna but also the famous tortellini, passatelli in brodo, crescentine, tigelle accompanied by mortadella, and cotoletta alla Bolognese. Bologna is a city that truly pleases everyone.
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