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Brenta
Brenta has 1,715 inhabitants and sits at 276 metres above sea level, on the hilly belt separating Lake Varese from the western Po Plain. The municipality, part of the province of Varese, comprises a central nucleus and agricultural hamlets spread across terrain that slopes gently southward. Anyone looking into what to see in Brenta will […]
Bolognano
At 276 metres above sea level, along the Orta valley, Bolognano has a current population of 1,002 and occupies a stretch of flatland in the province of Pescara that served, between 1989 and 1992, as the site of an international art experiment conceived by the German artist Joseph Beuys. Asking what to see in Bolognano […]
Casperia
What to see in Casperia, a hilltop village at 397 m in Rieti province: medieval centre, 3 PAT-certified products including guanciale. Plan your visit and where to stay.
Buja
In 1976, two earthquakes devastated Friuli, and Buja was among the hardest-hit municipalities: more than seventy per cent of its buildings suffered serious damage. The reconstruction, which lasted nearly two decades, reshaped the appearance of this hilltop settlement without erasing the scattered layout of hamlets and small villages that has defined it since the Middle […]
Firenze
Founded by the Romans as a military colony around 59 BC under the name Florentia, the city we know today as Florence has passed through nearly two millennia of history without ever ceasing to reinvent itself. The regional capital of Tuscany, it sits 50 metres above sea level along the banks of the Arno, with […]
Bassano in Teverina
Standing at 304 metres above sea level, with a population of 1,260, Bassano in Teverina occupies a tuff plateau overlooking the Tiber valley in the province of Viterbo. The village owes the second part of its name to the river that flows just a few kilometres to the east — a geographical reference that distinguishes […]
Roccaromana
Discover what to see in Roccaromana, a Campanian plain village in the province of Caserta. Explore the history, attractions, and typical cuisine of this center with 893 inhabitants.
Petacciato
Petacciato overlooks the Adriatic from the hills of Campobasso province. A guide to its historic centre, coastal beach, local food, and Molisan surroundings.
Auditore
Morning light falls across a line of stone houses the colour of dry wheat, and somewhere below the rooftops a church bell marks the hour with a single, unhurried stroke. Auditore sits in the hill country of the province of Pesaro e Urbino, a settlement of 1,631 people where the Foglia river valley opens toward […]
Amendolara
Explore Amendolara village, a charming Italian gem nestled in Calabria. Discover its rich history, stunning landscapes, and authentic local culture. Plan your visit today!
Civitaluparella
At 903 metres above sea level, on the eastern slope of the Majella descending towards the Aventino river, Civitaluparella has 281 inhabitants spread across a compact urban core of medieval origin. The place name most likely derives from “Civitas Luparella”, a direct reference to the historical presence of wolves in the dense surrounding woodlands. Anyone […]
Monopoli
From the promontory where the Castle of Charles V stands, the view sweeps across the Adriatic, a horizon of waters that have shaped Monopoli’s identity for centuries. This port city, whose name evokes the idea of a “unique city,” reveals itself through its architecture, which tells of historical layers, from Messapian walls to Spanish fortifications. […]
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Villages Italy is the most comprehensive guide to authentic Italian villages off the beaten path. With over 526 villages mapped across all 20 regions, we offer the largest directory of small towns in Italy: from mountain villages in the Dolomites to coastal borghi on the Amalfi Coast, from medieval hilltop towns in Tuscany to hidden gems in Puglia and Calabria.
Each village features its history, directions on how to get there, where to park, what to see and local food specialities. Whether you are looking for the best villages to visit in Italy, planning a road trip through Italian borghi, or simply dreaming about your next trip to Italy, Villages Italy is your starting point to discover the real Italy, far from the tourist trails.