Bologna used to be a walled city, and its remnants of the former walls are the first glimpse of the old city that I see. Just ...

The views are a showstopper here and offer a glimpse into Bologna's unique mix of old and new; the ancient structures that give the city charm next to a high-rise building, for example.

Bologna, the vibrant heart of Italy ... Start your day early in Piazza Maggiore, the city’s main square, where century-old palaces frame a bustling scene of locals and tourists.

The walkable Northern Italian city also won me over with its ... is another must-visit place in Bologna. It houses a centuries-old municipal library and a theater hall that was once used for ...