The existence and importance of the terrazzamenti terracing (or dry walls) in Italy is attested ever since the Neolithic Age and is well documented from the Middle Ages onward. Contour terraces and regular terraces remained in use until the second postwar period, because sharecropper contracts guaranteed their constant maintenance. Terraces were thus a regular feature […]
So, you’re thinking of heading to Venice for the day? You’ve got friends or family in town or maybe it’s your first time visiting! This is a great day trip, especially from Vicenza, and with the detailed information below, you’ll be well on your way to seeing the best parts of Venice, Murano, and Burano! […]
In the summer of 2018 I was with some friends from our group Vicenza Women of Color (VWOC) thinking about how 2018 was the year of the woman and how could we showcase that here in Vicenza. So we decided to have a photography exhibit in the city of Vicenza showcasing Women/Mothers/Soldiers, we called it […]
Italy’s monuments and must-sees are well known to most travelers in the world. The historic streets of Florence, Rome’s Coliseum, the canals of Venice, Pisa’s leaning tower, and the rocky cliffs of Cinque Terre; we’ve seen pictures of them and we’ve all daydreamed about them. But the truth is, while most people flock to these […]
FERRARI AND ABARTH: THE KEY ELEMENTS OF MODENA MOTOR GALLERY 2018 THRILLING DISPLAYS SHOWCASING TWO MOTORING LEGENDS Over the last few years, the events featuring historic motoring have greatly evolved, from simple markets to places of sharing and events of a high cultural level. Modena Motor Gallery, of which the sixth edition will take place […]
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, or have visitors in town and are looking for somewhere to go, Cortina d’Ampezzo is the perfect place. Located at the base of the Dolomites, a mountain region in Northeastern Italy, and just a 2.5-hour drive from Vicenza, Cortina has much to offer throughout all seasons of the year. […]
For those of you unfamiliar with the charming city of Padova (or Padua in English), you’re in for a delight. The lively and vibrant university town is only 45 kilometres from Vicenza and makes for the perfect day trip. This overview will highlight everything you need to know about Padova and a little more. I’ve lived in […]
