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Friuli Venezia Giulia is a region that brings together very different populations and cultures that go far beyond the traditional dichotomy between Trieste and Udine .  This border region, still far from the flows of mass tourism offers nonetheless an infinite number of good reasons to be visited. From cities of art to nature, from typical gastronomic products to wine tourism, Friuli Venezia Giulia is the ideal place to practice slow and respectful tourism. Here is our suggested  14-days itinerary that should give you an idea of what to visit and how to organize your time in this beautiful region.  TRIESTE AND THE KARST - 3 DAYS Trieste Trieste , forced into a thin strip of land between the Adriatic Sea and the Karst, has the typicality of a border town with a Habsburg atmosphere that makes it seem suspended in time. The city offers many historical landmarks, starting with the iconic Piazza Unità d'Italia with its famous cafés and the Molo Audace and continuing with t...

When talking about wines from Friuli Venezia Giulia , most people immediately think of the famous whites of Collio and Colli Orientali, the precious and rare passito Picolit and Ramandolo, the Refosco and the other wines from Grave, but they often tend to forget that piece of land that stretches towards Trieste , along the Adriatic coast; the Karst .  Indeed, despite being so rocky and arid, the Karst is actually a DOC area. International vines such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Semillon, Cabernet and Merlot grow successfully among its hills. But it's the native vines such as Vitovska, Malvasia, Terrano that stand out for their peculiarity. And that's what you should drink when visiting Trieste and tasting the local cuisine . Photo by Jordon Kaplan on Unsplash The most typical wine of the area of Trieste is the Terrano, also named 'Karst blood'. The reason for that is the high concentration of Iron in the soil that gives the wine, made from Refosco d'Istria grapes, a d...

The cuisine of Friuli Venezia Giulia is the result of a gastronomic tradition strongly influenced by the foreign dominations that have characterized the history of this region over the centuries, and by its geographical characteristics. Friuli Venezia Giulia is, in fact, a territory that extends from the sea to the mountains, and the local culinary preparations offer a variety of dishes characterized by a strong connection to the territory.  Food market From a historical and traditional point of view, which also concerns gastronomy, the region can be somehow divided into two parts: the western part, occupied by Friuli , including the provinces of Pordenone, Udine and a part of that of Gorizia, and the eastern part of Venezia Giulia, that includes the rest of the province of Gorizia and Trieste . The Friulian cuisine is more rustic and simple with many soups, game, polenta and gnocchi, while the culinary traditions of the rest of the region involve more fish and show more of the ...

Aquileia is an ancient Friulian village, located on the road that connects the lagoon town of Grado to Cervignano del Friuli. It is one of the most important historic villages in the region and its artistic and archaeological value is among the most important in Italy , so much so that in 1998 it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site . Capitoline Wolf , Aquileia Founded by the Romans as a colony in 181 BC, it was the capital of the 10th Augustan region and metropolis of the Christian church. Together with Ravenna and Brescia it is the most important archaeological site in northern Italy, and with Cividale del Friuli and Udine it was one of the historic capitals of Friuli . Aquileia, bell tower The most important landmark in Aquileia is the majestic and solemn Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta also called di Poppone since the church was rebuilt between 1021 and 1031 under the patriarch Poppone, a period in which the 73 meters high bell tower was also erected.  Basilica of Sa...

Friuli-Venezia-Giulia , in the North-Eastern corner of Italy , is a border region with a turbulent past. Its cultural atmosphere has been strongly influenced by the various historical dominations that have finally created a melting pot of culture and traditions making it a very peculiar place. Thanks to its geo-morphological diversity, the region offers endless opportunities to visitors: a beautiful coastline, imposing mountains, a relaxing hilly countryside covered in vineyards and plenty of cities and small towns with an impressive historical heritage.  History buffs, foodies and wine lovers or those that like outdoor activities, will find plenty of opportunities to fulfill their interests. Nonetheless, for those that like less touristy destinations, this is a region that is still relatively out of the radar of the mass tourists. Here is our top 5 of places to visit in Friuli-Venezia-Giulia :     1. TRIESTE Home of the famous writers Svevo and Saba , Trieste is the e...

Trieste is a peculiar city that has been part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire until 1918.  Located a step away from Slovenia, it has historically been a place of contention for centuries being the meeting point between Mediterranean and Central Europe and it is now a melting pot of cultures and influences that have left indelible traces also in the architecture and in the gastronomy. Its atmosphere its special; no wonder why, in the past, great artists such as James Joyce, Ernest Hemingway and Umberto Saba decided to settle here. It is a unique place and certainly deserves a visit. And, if a visit of the city centre can be fit in one day , if you have more time on your hands, we suggest you to organize at least a 3 days break to discover the beauties of the surrounding of this extraordinary city. This is our recommendations for a 3 days itinerary. 3 DAYS IN TRIESTE Day One Your first day in Trieste should focus on the exploration of the city centre.  Start from Piazza Unità d'...