In Italy, it is impossible to imagine Christmas without the colourful illuminations that adorn the main streets of cities and towns from north to south, but there is one city that has chosen to turn this tradition into a unique artistic event. Luci d'artista in Turin attracts tourists and visitors from all over Italy and Europe every year between late October and early January. Let's take a look at Italy's most beautiful Christmas illuminations, for an unforgettable Christmas in Turin.

You can cycle along paths already used in the Neolithic period until you reach a vantage point from which you can take in the Sassi di Matera with a single glance: the view at sunset is incomparable, because while the sun tinges the sky pink and the lights of the city are turned on, you will be enraptured by the famous nativity scene effect that is created. Here is the ideal route for falling in love once and for all with the Murgia Park on an e-bike.

Christmas markets in Italy are a real institution, ready every year, from the end of November, to enliven and colour the town squares and welcome many tourists. If you are looking for last-minute gifts, want to discover handicrafts and good regional food, from central to southern Italy you are spoilt for choice: here is where to go to see the most beautiful Christmas markets in the country for unforgettable Christmas holidays in Italy.

The small Apulian archipelago is an ideal destination in every season, perhaps even more so during the cold months, to enjoy the mild climate, unspoiled nature and winter seas. You can enjoy dedicating yourself to a reflective activity such as fishing or kayaking around the islands without any summer chaos.

If you are planning a Christmas holiday in Lazio or a trip to discover the most beautiful Christmas illuminations in Italy, one of the unmissable stops is Gaeta, in the province of Latina. The Gaeta illuminations are an unmissable event that allows you to explore this town rich in history and charm in a magical way. You will arrive in Gaeta for the Favole di Luce and fall in love with all that the town has to offer.

Creativity, design and craftsmanship are the jewels in the Made in Italy crown, and are also practised in the creation of splendid Christmas trees. From north to south, here are the 10 most beautiful Christmas trees in Italy, not to be missed this year.

nestled in the Alta Murgia National Park. It is a masterpiece of medieval architecture declared UNESCO World Heritage, full of symbols and mysteries. Ready to discover them all?

Covering 12 hectares, the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle in Merano are an amazing collection of exotic and Mediterranean landscapes among the most beautiful in the world. Visiting them is a unique experience for adults and children alike and a rare opportunity to see various botanical environments, animals and art installations up close. Let yourself be intrigued by this South Tyrolean paradise.

Visiting it is a pleasure, for its rich vegetation, as well as for its architecture, from the castles and medieval porticoes to the Art Nouveau buildings and the more modern cubic building of the thermal baths. We propose a tour of the city, a mix of the Belle Époque and the contemporary, which will show you a new soul.

Charming, spectacular Aosta Valley is a region with a lot to offer its visitors. We’ll show you a route created ad hoc, that combines nature, sports and culture: A tour of the fantastic castles of the Aosta Valley. In addition to being well-known for its mountains, this region is also famous for its charming manors that are seemingly one and the same with the surrounding nature, thus making the landscape even more enchanting. This trip can be experienced by car, on horseback, on a bike and even in pleasant carriages.

Villages, ancient towns, villas, Medieval castles, and archaeological ruins animate the Regional Park of the Castelli Romani, in the Province of Rome. Located in the Alban Hills, in the past the Castelli Romani were a favorite resort for the Capital's noble families as well as for Popes. 9,500 hectares of protected land, many animal species, such as badgers, martens, peregrine falcons, porcupines, and especially the wolf (a key compoment in the local ecosystem) also call this their habitat. Fifteen municipalities make up part of the Park of the Castelli Romani however, for an already-exhaustive window onto the area, organize a tour of just six of them, beginning with Lanuvio, a Medieval village near Velletri.

Via Emilia: along the ancient road This itinerary runs along the Via Emilia and precisely along the stretch between the Parma and Piacenza areas, where the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza ruled between 1545 and 1859. One of the world's oldest roads, nowadays known as State Road 9, the Via Emilia is one of Emilia Romagna's prides, as well as being at the origin of the region's very name. Roman road with an epic flavour, in some sections retaining the original cobblestones. Many centuries of history are encompassed here, from the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment, scattered traces of culture and architecture. Nearby are castles, fortresses and manor houses, extraordinary examples of the art of fortification. Along the route, the landscape changes from the Bassa Padana to the Apennines of Emilia, in a panorama of hills covered with vineyards, streams and verdant valleys. A plunge into medieval atmospheres and witnessing of historical re-enactments in costume. The itinerary is exciting for everyone, including children; educational and exploratory workshops and even a magical Fairy Tale Park in Gropparello are dedicated to them. To make the day truly enjoyable, don't forget to organise a picnic on the lawn, as well as a stop at taverns and castle markets. If you like honest restaurants, you will find many on this stretch of road where you can enjoy renowned cured meats accompanied by local CDO wines.