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The Best Attractions In Mezzani

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Porto di Mezzani

Museo Ferrari

Rocca Sanvitale di Fontanellato

Castello di Rivalta

Fidenza Village

Borgo Castell'Arquato

Castello di Torrechiara

Mezzani is a comune in the Province of Parma in the Italian region Emilia-Romagna, located about 90 kilometres northwest of Bologna and about 15 kilometres northeast of Parma. The principal centres of the municipality are Casale, Mezzano Rondani, Mezzano Inferiore, Mezzano Superiore, whereas Bocca d’Enza, Ghiare Bonvisi, Valle are only hamlets. Mezzani borders the following municipalities: Brescello, Casalmaggiore, Colorno, Parma, Sorbolo, Torrile, Viadana.
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The Best Attractions In Mezzani

1. Riserva naturale orientata Parma Morta Mezzani
The Natural Reserve Parma Morta is located in Emilia-Romagna in the commune of Mezzani , and was established in 1990.
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2. Porto di Mezzani Mezzani
3. Museo Ferrari Maranello
Museo Ferrari is a Ferrari company museum dedicated to the Ferrari sports car marque. The museum is not purely for cars; also on view are trophies, photographs and other historical objects relating to the Italian motor racing industry. The exhibition also introduces technological innovations, some of which had made the transition from racing cars to road cars. It is located just 300 m from the Ferrari factory in Ferrari's home town of Maranello, near Modena, Italy. The museum first opened in February 1990, with a new wing being added in October 2004. Ferrari itself has run the museum since 1995. The total surface area is now 2,500 square metres. The number of annual visitors to the museum is around 180,000.The exhibits are mostly a combination of Ferrari road and track cars. Many of Ferrar...
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4. Castello di Torrechiara Torrechiara
Torrechiara is a frazione of the comune of Langhirano, in the province of Parma, northern Italy. It is especially known for its massive castle, built by Pier Maria II de' Rossi , count of San Secondo, between 1448 and 1460. The building was thought not only as a defensive structure, but also as mansion for the count's lover, Bianca Pellegrini, for which a famous hall, the Camera d'Oro was built with decorations by Benedetto Bembo, sibling of Bonifacio Bembo. Scenes of the 1985 film Ladyhawke were shot at the castle.
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5. Fidenza Village Fidenza
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Fidenza in the Province of Parma, Italy, was until 1927 named the Diocese of Borgo San Donnino. It is now a suffragan of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Modena-Nonantola, though historically it was long subject to the Archdiocese of Bologna.The bishop's episcopal seat is the Cathedral of San Donnino Martire, in Fidenza. The diocese has a Minor Basilica, the Basilica di San Lorenzo, in Monticelli d'Ongina; it was assigned that honor on 9 January 1942.
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6. Rocca Sanvitale di Fontanellato Fontanellato
The Rocca Sanvitale, or Sanvitale Castle, is a fortress residence in the centre of the town of Fontanellato, near Parma, northern Italy. Construction of the moated block, accessible through a drawbridge, was begun in the 13th century, mostly completed by the 15th century, with embellishments continuing through to the 18th century. It is prototypical of the urban castle-houses of the turbulent medieval communes of Northern Italy. Until the 1930s it was the home of the descendants of the Count of Sanvitale. The crenelated walls and asymmetric towers are surrounded by an arcaded town. Adjacent to the castle are gardens and a courtyard. The optical chamber has an optical system that projects to an inside wall a view of the town through mirrors and a prism. Rocca Sanvitale is now partly a museu...
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7. Castello di Rivalta Gazzola
8. Borgo Castell'Arquato Castell Arquato

Mezzani Videos

Gubbio - Festival of the Ceri (Mezzani) - 20 May 2012

Start of the annual Festa dei Ceri (the mezzani - teenager - version) in the Piazzo Grande in Gubbio (Umbria) Italy, filmed from the balcony of the Palazzo Ranghiasci. The three cero (candles represent the three saints honored by the festival, Ubaldo (the patron saint of the city represented by the yellow color), Giorgio (represented by the blue color) and Antonio (represented by the black color). As shown in the video, the signal for the raising of the ceri and the start of the event is when the three captains throw large ceramic vases into the crowd.

Gubbio's Story (EN) - Umbria - Italia.it

Gubbio is a city of stone, stern and stately, and splendid for its slightly austere charm.
Gubbio, with its ancient origins and profound, Medieval character (still alive today), attracts an enormous amount of tourists every year. The city's strong ties to tradition culminate in the Corsa dei Ceri every May 15th. It is an event like no other, parvaded by an atmosphere of symbolism and legend, lived with intensity by all those that witness it. It is not by chance that the Ceri are by now the symbol for the entire Region of Umbria.
From Piazza Grande to the Bargello Fountain, a stroll through this jewel of a city means jumping into a time long ago!

Gubbio — in the heart of Umbria

Umbria has not enjoyed quite the same popularity with visitors as Tuscany, but those that give it a chance and book a holiday villa there, will quickly realize that this beautiful region is not inferior in any way. It's rich historical background, and old historical buildings await you. If you are interested in history, take trip to Gubbio, the ancient regional center for ceramics and stoneware. A visit to this town is like a journey back to the middle ages. Book a holiday home near Gubbio and experience the oldest town in Umbria, with countless traditions tied to the city and its inhabitants. Visit the atmospheric ruins of the old Roman theatre, or take a walk around the city and see some of the many religious and architectural monuments. The imposing palace 'Palazzo dei Consoli' also serves as an interesting museum, where you can learn more about the city. If you are visiting over Christmas, do not miss the worlds largest 'Christmas tree' according the Guinness World Records. The illusion of a giant Christmas tree is created by more than 450 colored lights on the hillside behind the town. The tree impresses both young and old every year, and is an unmissable part of the towns Christmas spirit. When it comes to tasty food, Gubbio is incomparable. As you walk the streets, you will notice the fragrance of white truffle dominates many local pasta dishes and sauces and even today, the local pasta is produced following ancient recipes. Buy some of this pasta at the local market and take it back to your holiday home, and cook a delicious pasta dish in the comfort of your holiday villa. Also popular are many seasoned dishes incorporating white truffles, and meat, cheese, vegetables, and sausage. Book a holiday home near Gubbio today, for those who want to travel back in time and experience incredible culture and food. Novasol website:

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