Even by the high standards of Italy, Bologna is noted for la dolce vita. Its university is Italy’s oldest and most prestigious; its council is among the country’s most progressive, showering money on a wide range of cultural pursuits; and its cuisine is widely regarded as the finest in Italy. While hardly Italy’s most beautiful city – its architecture is strangely bulky, protecting the population from the harsh winters – Bologna’s distinctive arcades lend the town an...
[Bologna guide]