If you’ve ever rented a car and explored Italy, you might have encountered the unfamiliar term “ZTL.” In this short guide, we’ll demystify ZTL zones in Italy and guide you through navigating these restricted areas like a local. Ready? Let’s start! What does ZTL mean? ZTL stands for “Zona a Traffico Limitato”, Limited Traffic Zone, …
Culture
Italian dishes that aren’t Italian at all
How much do you really know about Italy and Italian dishes? There is often confusion about Italian food abroad, with some dishes being wrongly perceived as 100% Italian when they are not. Today, I’ll list five Italian dishes that some people believe are from “Il Bel Paese,” but in reality, they either don’t exist in …
The witches of Benevento
The Witches of Benevento, or Le Streghe di Benevento in Italian, is a folklore that dates back to ancient times in the southern Italian region of Campania. It is said to have originated in the town of Benevento, located in the province of the same name, and has since become an iconic symbol of the …
The charming town of Alberobello in Italy
Alberobello si trova nel sud Italia, in particolare nella regione Puglia. Questa affascinante cittadina è patrimonio mondiale Unesco e ci sono davvero molti buoni motivi per visitarla. Alberobello is located in the south of Italy, specifically in the Puglia region. This charming town is a Unesco World Heritage site, and there are many good reasons …
The stunning historical Italian town of Matera
Matera is an historical Italian town located in the south of Italy, more specifically in the Basilicata region. This stunning town is part of the Unesco world heritage and it’s definitely worth a visit. Matera’s attractions The Italian town of Matera is particularly known for its sassi, cave dwellings, which have been carved out of …
