Category Archives: Travel Tips

The top 10 sights of Liguria

While Liguria might be Italy’s third-smallest region in terms of total area, one cannot gush enough over its variety. Framed by the Apennines and the Alps in the north-east, the territory bordering on the Ligurian Sea is known for its … Continue reading

The top 10 sights of Lombardy

Italy’s north is moulded by scenic diversity, linguistic wit and economic drive. We are, of course, talking about Lombardy, the nation’s leading economic region with its twelve provinces and the capital Milan. Ranging from alpine scenery bordering on Switzerland in … Continue reading

The top 10 sights of Calabria

One of the sunniest regions in all of Europe can be found in the very south of Italy’s mainland. Guests of Calabria, Italy’s boot tip, look forward to a whopping 320 days of sun. The landmass is characterised by the … Continue reading

The top 10 sights of Trentino-Alto Adige

Without a doubt, Trentino-Alto Adige is one of Italy’s most exciting regions with its long, ever-changing history, a certain degree of autonomy and several official and minority languages. On a scenic level, the Alps dominate this region. Enormous rock giants … Continue reading

The top 10 sights of Emilia-Romagna

Diverse, inspiring and simply beautiful: Emilia-Romagna is one of Italy’s most popular holiday regions. You’ll find an abundance of large cities, quaint beach strips, the green hinterland and great insights into days long gone. You have no idea where to … Continue reading

The top 10 sights of Basilicata

Italy’s “instep”, the region of Basilicata, is a geographical marvel. Despite its southern-most location, 47% of the area are covered by mountains and always as much by hill land. While the coastal strips are rather narrow, they border on three … Continue reading

The top 10 sights of Piedmont

After Sicily, Piedmont is Italy’s second-largest region. Its name derives from the Latin “ad pedem montium”, meaning “at the foot of the mountains”. Indeed, the alpine location has left an undeniable impact on the region with the capital Turin. It … Continue reading

The top 10 sights in Marche

Marche, nestled in-between the Adriatic Sea and the Apennines, spreads across nearly 9,700 km² and five provinces with the capital Ancona. The mix of attractive coastal strips, wavy hills and mountain ranges gives the scenery special character. It comes as … Continue reading

The top 10 sights in Tuscany

Ahh, sweet Tuscany: gentle, rolling hills, wide plains, fascinating mountain villages, endless white beaches, glowing olive groves, intriguing vineyards, awe-inspiring metropolises, palpable history and rich cultural heritage. Still, as ever, this region radiates an unbroken aura attracting tourists of all … Continue reading

10 most beautiful churches in Rome

All roads lead to Rome. They are lined with some of the world’s most beautiful churches. You can easily lose sight with all of this pomp and splendour. ZAINOO presents the 10 most beautiful churches of the Eternal City to … Continue reading