Italia-Italy

Rome National Public Holidays

1st January - New Year's Day
6th January - Epiphany
Early April - Easter Monday
25th April - Liberation Day
1st May - Labour Day
29th June - Local Feast Day
15th August - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
1st November - All Saints
8th December - Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
24th December - Christmas Eve
25th December - Christmas Day
26th December - Boxing Day / St. Stephen's Day

National Public Holidays

1st January - New Year's Day
6th January - Epiphany
Early April - Easter Monday
25th April - Liberation Day and St. Mark's Feast Day
1st May - Labour Day
29th June - Local Feast Day
15th August - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
1st November - All Saints' Day
8th December - Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
24th December - Christmas Eve
25th December - Christmas Day
26th December - Boxing Day / St. Stephen's Day

Festival of the Two Worlds/Festival dei Due Mondi

Location Spoleto Umbria
Date TBA
Festival of the Two Worlds More Information

Ravello Festival

Location Ravello, Amalfi Coast
Date Summer TBA
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Arena di Verona

Location Verona, Veneto

History  The third largest amphitheatre it was built by the Romans in the 1st century A.D. to house entertainment such as gladiator spectacles. During Medieval times it was used to house jousting tournaments. Since 1913 the arena had become the most important open-air theatre in the world and can house 22,000 spectators. Open only for the summer season, one of the favorite Operas to see here is Aida.

Zuppa Valdostana-Cabbage and Cheese Soup

1 small Savoy cabbage (about 1 lb.)
8 oz. Fontina
1 qt. beef broth
3 oz. butter
slices of country bread (about l/2-in. thick)
salt

10 Region of Umbria (L’Umbria)

The Region of Umbria is the lovely land-locked region in the heart of Italy bordering Tuscany. With rolling landscapes dotted with chestnut trees, olive groves and wineries it is sure to delight many senses. Its history is vibrant with regards to both art and religion and is home to numerous Saints the most famous being St. Francis and St. Valentine.

Open-Air Markets

Traditional Italian markets will have a mixture of fresh fruits and vegetables, hot food stalls, clothing, house-hold items, and linens. Most are generally open 8am - 1pm with some exceptions.

Cortona