Let’s start this newsletter off with a BANG, check out this incredible new night walking tour of Herculaneum offers visitors a chance to relive the 79 AD Vesuvius eruption. For those who have a wild side, peppered with a bit of history, a visit to the road of 52 tunnels from WW1 is in our latest feature. Have a thing for Italian church bells? We have a list of some of the prettiest bell towers in the country. We also have a list of some of the most beautiful parks in il bel paese, the perfect refuge during this brutal heatwave. For those visiting Florence, you won’t want to miss the chance to see this beautiful stain-glassed rose window opened temporarily to the public. Our Italian-language tip of the week includes vocabulary on colors and idiomatic terms and tips on what to say about gorgeous art and local architecture. Try this delicious recipe for chickpea pancakes with rosemary, a fresh variation on this classic Italian treat. Too hot to cook? We don’t blame you. Try this simple and delicious recipe for peaches soaked in red wine instead. Our Italy featured products of the week include a pasta machine that will make any dinner at home a lot more impressive, and a minimalist wine rack designed by Alessi. Featured properties for sale this week in Italy include this wonderful pied-a-terre on Lake Como, or this villa in one of the most hidden but heavenly areas of Italy, Trieste. Or browse these five properties in Tuscany, all under 250,000 euros. Don’t forget to get involved in our active online community forums all about Italy, feel free to ask anything and provide an answer. Also tag us with your best Italy pics on Instagram via #italymagazine, we’ll share the best ones!