Buongiorno Italy readers!

This month Italy Magazine is dedicated to promoting the region of Veneto, home to the beautiful floating city of Venice among other - less well-known gems we will be featuring. We begin with an essential guide to the landmark St. Mark’s square, a place of much history and our FREE downloadable wallpaper of the month!

Since it’s the first week of the month, start off with our handy list of events from all over the boot, this one’s a must-save! History-rich Padua is the ideal day trip from Venice, and here are five things you don’t want to miss. Gorgeous natural landscapes and endless opportunities for outdoors activities in Veneto's Cadore.

If hiking is your thing, you’ll find plenty of options in Umbria, the ‘green heart of Italy’.

Heading to the city of Perugia this 2017? Take our list of artisan handicrafts and curated small boutiques. Have the time of your life in off-the-beaten-track Italy with your loved ones, here’s where to go!

It comes as no surprise that Italy is a hot place for destination weddings, this week we were able to get the confessions of a wedding planner in Italy and what you need to know.

Carnival starts the month of February, learn more about it in this dual-language read.

Ciao bella! Make an entrance with this beautiful hand-painted black silk scarf made by an artisan in Tuscany. Handmade in #Italy, get this unique wooden instrumental-shaped wall shelf.

Sweet and citrus, save this recipe for a mandarin Mascarpone cream that takes only five minutes to make.

Vacation in Puglia this 2017 and bring your whole family, we have just the stylish trullo for you!

Affordable in Umbria! Your own villa, completely restored, which has a great potential for a B&B or vacation property.

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