Favorite Reads on Italy This Week: Apr 25

Favorite Reads on Italy (FRI) is a weekly roundup published on Fridays featuring interesting articles, fascinating experiences, and handy resources that I’ve come across that week.

This week’s roundup includes handy guides to cities and towns, hidden gem in Campania, an Easter tradition in Sicily and more.

Culture and Travel

Venice guide: free attractions and things to do by Telegraph Travel – Handy guide on places to visit when in Venice. If you are looking for something different, here are some unique things to do in Venice.

[Video] A moment in Tuscany by WeMakeThemWonder – A lovely video that gives you a peek at life in Tuscany, from the city to the beachside.

2,000 Buses Of Visitors: Rome Braces For Canonization Crowds by NPR – Bus loads of visitors will be in Rome for the Canonization this coming Sunday, April 27.

Where to swim, surf, hike and eat in Castiglione della Pescaia by Map It Out Tuscany – We were in the beach town of Castiglione della Pescaia last autumn and while the crowds has thinned out, the town itself is lovely. Here’s a handy guide to this popular beach town in Tuscany.

Naples, a Haven of Hand Work by New York Times – Always love reading stories about artisans and this article is about the success of tailors in Naples.

Archaeologists uncover “vomitorium” in Italy dig by UPI – That’s what happens when you dig in Italy, you’re bound to uncover something fascinating!

Peacocks and Fountains: Villa Poppaea at Oplontis by Understanding Rome – We drove by Oplontis this weekend and I mentally made a note to visit it the next time we drive to the Amalfi Coast.

Living History: Rome’s Pantheon by Darius Arya via Huffington Post – When in Rome, it’s likely that you will have the Pantheon on your must-see list. Darius, an archaeologist, gives us a brief look and background on the Pantheon.

Food and Drinks

San Gimignano food and wine itinerary by Tuscanycious – Planning a trip to San Gimignano? Here are suggestions on what you  food and wine you shouldn’t miss while there!

Put an egg in it by Domenica Cooks – As like to put eggs on things too this post got my attention, especially as I saw the photo first.

Life in Italy

Cipressi: Cypress trees of Tuscany by Erica Firpo – Who isn’t mesmerized by cypress trees as they drive through Tuscany?

Easter in Enna by Lost in Sicily – Traditions still have a strong-hold in Italy and this one dates back to the 16th century.

Have you come across any great reads or resources on Italy this week? Share them with us in the comments below.