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City Hall, Trieste Trieste is a city of great charm and beauty , perched between the homonymous gulf and the Karst hills along the thin strip of Italy that stretches on the side of Slovenia . Due to its strategic position it has always been one of the most active ports in the Adriatic sea and a meeting point between peoples and cultures that from east to west have found in this city an interesting crossroads where to stop. Piazza della Borsa, Trieste The 19th century appearance and the numerous Art Nouveau buildings should not be misleading: the history of Trieste has ancient origins. Over the centuries, empires and states have changed but Trieste has continued to play its frontier role, from the Roman age to the Republic of Venice, from the Habsburg Empire to the Cold War. Shopping mall, Trieste Gabriele D'Annunzio statue, Trieste Since most of the city landmarks are located around the city center, a full day may be enough to explore most of them and get an idea of this beautifu...

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'...

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...

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...