There’s just one kind of movie that I always love. Comedy or drama, teenage movie or thriller it doesn’t matter. If it’s set in Bologna I have to watch it. ​These 5 movies of a different time and kind are not masterpieces, but each of them describes a piece of Bologna.​Its history, its places, its loves.

Hanno rubato un tram (1954)

Bologna, with its rich history and culture, offers some of Italy's most stunning libraries. Whether you're after ancient manuscripts or modern study spaces, a library in Bologna is the perfect place to dive into knowledge. From ancient manuscripts to modern study spaces, this guide will take you through the best libraries across Bologna and the Emilia-Romagna region. Let’s uncover these literary

A fortress, a botanical garden, a basketball and boxing arena, a trading center, a restaurant, a bank, and a puppet theatre.This is what Salaborsa has been during its +2000 years of life.Now it's a library, probably the most important in Bologna. For its position sure, in Piazza Maggiore next to Bologna Neptune's statue.​But also for the quantity and quality of books, magazines, music and more, ov

Commissioned by a Pope. Designed by an architect. Created by a Belgian artist. The fountain of Neptune is one of the symbols of Bologna.​Here's all you have to know about the giant, hard to find on your pocket Lonely Planet. 1. Why not in Piazza Maggiore? Originally Neptune Fountain should have been set in the centre of Piazza Maggiore. During the '500 century, Piazza Maggiore was a noisy op

It's easy to fall in love with Bologna.It happens to me every day: under a portico, wandering at night in Piazza Maggiore, or riding fast through my secret streets.​​To get the best from Bologna without a hitch, however, there are a few helpful things to keep in mind. 1. Bologna is the perfect location to visit Northern Italy Bologna has always been in a strategic position. In the past to tra

A legend of street art meets an ex-teacher with the passion for vintage during Russian October revolution.​No, I'm not crazy. I've just visited 3 amazing art exhibitions in Bologna. You still have a few time to follow my steps. Keith Haring: party of life @Pinacoteca Nazionale Before Banksy, after Warhol. Keith Haring and his unique line is a myth that continues to be celebrated in every