The new, extensively revised second edition of Bradt's Emilia-Romagna is the most detailed and in-depth guide to this entire northern Italian region (not just Bologna and the major cities). This area combines the best of Italy: a gastronomic hub, stylish cities with vibrant cultural offerings, and a coastline favored by Italians.

Emilia-Romagna blends the lush Po plains with glamorous cities lined up like daisies along the straight Via Emilia. The regional capital, Bologna, hosts the oldest university in the world, while the smaller towns are impressively diverse destinations throughout the year. Parma (the city of Correggio) features opera at its heart and prosciutto to satisfy the palate; Modena, with its stunning medieval cathedral and world-famous balsamic vinegar, once home of Pavarotti and still housing Ferrari; Ferrara boasts impressive Renaissance architecture of the House of Este; Ravenna shines with Byzantine mosaics; and Rimini – immortalized by Fellini in Amarcord – offers the delights of its coast.

Then there are the Apennines along the border with Tuscany, where you can explore beyond the Po plains for hiking, cycling, and skiing. Here lie some of the most beautiful villages and towns of the region, such as Vinoala, famous for its exquisite cherries, the magnificent medieval Castell'Arquato, and the charming Brisighella (known for olive oil and Moretto seeds). Meanwhile, to the east, Romagna features long Adriatic beaches, lagoons teeming with wildlife around the Po Delta, and the world's smallest republic, San Marino.

Written by expert authors Dana Facaros and Michael Pauls, perhaps the most experienced travel writers on Italy, and updated by Italy enthusiasts Andrew and Suzanne Edwards, the Bradt's Emilia-Romagna guide is the definitive resource for this diverse, authentic region. The focus on historical context, art, and culture is complemented by extensive practical details for travelers—from restaurants and accommodations to markets and the FICO Eataly food park. The new coverage in this edition includes literary tourism near Rimini and Ferrara, the Fellini Museum, the Fondazione MAST technology museum, the Via Romagna bike route, birdwatching in the Po Delta, and the Po Grande protected area. With Bradt's Emilia-Romagna, you can discover all this and much more.

Pages: 448, Dimensions: 13.5x13.5cm