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Arona Summer Events – Arona Eventi Estive
The 2026 summer events in Arona Italy
Gli eventi estivi del 2026 ad Arona, Italia
Maria Scuor
2 days ago4 min read


Vigevano – Sights / Attrazione
Vigevano is a municipality in the province of Pavia, within the Italian region of Lombardy. Its origins began to take shape around 963 AD, when it is first recorded as a fortified Lombard settlement situated on the Ticino plain. During the Middle Ages, its location between Milan and Pavia made it both strategically important and highly exposed to conflict.
Maria Scuor
2 days ago8 min read


Vigevano Cathedral / Duomo
Sant’Ambrogio (Ambrose) Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church in Vigevano, in the province of Pavia, stands at the end of Piazza Ducale and is one of the most important religious landmarks in the city. The site originally held a church dedicated to Ambrose dating back to the 10th century. In 1530, Pope Clement VII established the Diocese of Vigevano at the request of Francesco II Sforza, which led to the transformation of the church into a cathedral.
Maria Scuor
2 days ago8 min read


Festa della Repubblica 2026 – 80th Anniversary / 80º Anniversario
Italian Republic Day (Festa della Repubblica) is celebrated every year on June 2 and marks the birth of modern Italy as a republic. The holiday commemorates the historic referendum held on June 2–3, 1946, when Italians, simply were asked to choose between maintaining the monarchy or establishing a republic after the devastation of World War II and the collapse of fascism.
Maria Scuor
Jun 28 min read


Arona Beach Inauguration - Inaugurazione di Arona Lido
I love sharing stories about Arona, the beautiful town I’m lucky to call home. Today I attended the inauguration of MeeM Beach—our beloved lido—led by Mayor Alberto Gusmeroli, and it felt like the perfect moment to tell you a bit about our town and this exciting new lakeside destination.
Maria Scuor
May 305 min read


Biciclette in Fiore – Arona 2026
“Biciclettata in Fiore” (Flower Bicycle Ride) is a long-running community cycling celebration in Arona on the shores of Lake Maggiore. The event is organized by Pro Loco Arona and is non-competitive family bicycle parade where participants decorate their bikes with flowers, ribbons, balloons, and colorful ornaments.
Maria Scuor
May 243 min read


Giro d’Italia 2026
2026 Giro d'Italia came through our little town of Arona on May 22nd. It was the coolest thing to watch and has a very interesting history.
Maria Scuor
May 2310 min read


Park Inauguration – Inaugurazione del Parco
Inauguration of Parcozeda Piero Angela in Arona gives the children and the community a green space that will bring connections and peace.
Maria Scuor
May 114 min read


Red Dust? - Polvere Rossa?
When I drove away from the hospital, I noticed my windshield was coated in dust. At first, I assumed it came from traffic nearby, but it didn’t make much sense since it had just rained. When I got home, I saw a strange layer of pink and red spots mixed with fine sand covering the entire car. I had no idea what it was. Not wanting to deal with cleaning it right away, I ended up leaving it like that for a few days.
Maria Scuor
Apr 195 min read


National Carbonara Day & Spaghetti Carbonara
National Carbonara Day is celebrated every year worldwide on April 6th and honors one of Italy’s most iconic pasta dishes, Spaghetti alla Carbonara. LET’S ENJOY A GOOD SPAGHETTI CARBONARA TODAY TO CELEBRATE IT!
Maria Scuor
Apr 66 min read


Italian Easter Eggs – Uova di Pasqua Italiane
Today, chocolate Easter eggs are a central part of Italian Easter celebrations, combining cultural symbolism with festive enjoyment. They are sold in a wide range of sizes and styles, often wrapped in colorful foil and displayed prominently in shops leading up to the holiday.
Maria Scuor
Apr 27 min read


Milano Castello Sforzesco
Sforza Castle, or Castello Sforzesco, stands as one of Milan’s most emblematic landmarks, carrying a layered history that stretches from medieval fortification to Renaissance court and, eventually, to modern cultural hub. Castello Sforzesco began its history in the 14th century under the Visconti dynasty. Between 1358 and 1370, Galeazzo II Visconti ordered the construction of a fortified residence known as the Castello di Porta Giovia.
Maria Scuor
Mar 235 min read


Gianduia vs. Nutella
Gianduia or Gianduja is a traditional Italian chocolate that originated near Turin in the Piedmont region. In 1806, Napoleon’s Continental System restricted British goods from entering European ports under French control, leading to a shortage of cocoa. To adapt, local chocolatiers began mixing chocolate with finely ground regional hazelnuts, giving rise to Gianduia.
Maria Scuor
Mar 74 min read


Clubhouse 26 Milano
Clubhouse 26 Milano is a special premium hospitality and cultural venue created for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, designed to offer visitors much more than just a place to relax between competitions.
Maria Scuor
Mar 23 min read


Milano Starbucks
Whenever we head into the city, we take the train to Milano, arriving at Centrale station. From there, we hop on the metro to the Duomo, which is always our starting point when we visit Milan. We never miss the chance to pause, admire the breathtaking cathedral, and snap a selfie — it’s a ritual that never loses its magic. Then comes our next stop, just a short five-minute walk away: the Milan Starbucks… and not just any Starbucks.
Maria Scuor
Feb 276 min read


Milano Olympic Cauldron 2026 – Calderone Olimpico di Milano 2026
The Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic cauldron is one of the most distinctive and symbolic monuments of the XXV Winter Olympics held in Milano and Cortina d’Ampezzo from February 6 – 22, 2026. It reflects both technological innovation and cultural heritage.
Maria Scuor
Feb 264 min read


Ivrea Sights / Attrazioni
Italiano sotto ogni sezione TikTok video Ivrea Sights / Attrazioni Thank you to our friends Walter and Karen from Canada and Franco our friend from Vercelli for spending a wonderful day exploring Ivrea. Ivrea is a small but historically significant city in northern Italy, situated in the Piedmont region roughly 50 kilometers north of Turin. It lies along the Dora Baltea River, close to the Alpine foothills, a location that has shaped its role as a crossroads be
Maria Scuor
Feb 249 min read


Ivrea – Castle / Castello
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano TikTok video of Castle / del Castello We had a wonderful time exploring Ivrea with our friends; Walt and Karen who were visiting from Canada and Franco who lives in Vercelli. Information on Ivrea Sights Ivrea Castle, locally known as Castello di Ivrea , is a medieval fortress located in the historic center of Ivrea, a town in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy. The castle was constructed in 1358 by Amadeus VI of Savoy, often called “th
Maria Scuor
Feb 104 min read


World Nutella Day 2026
Yeah, its Nutella Day! Let's crack open a jar and slather that deliciousness of chocolate and hazelnuts on whatever we like. Of course, if you are allergic to hazelnuts like my brother Vince, then stay away. Here is the story behind Nutella....
Maria Scuor
Feb 54 min read


Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics & Paralympics / Olimpiadi e Paralimpiadi
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano The Olympic Torch came through Arona on January 14, 2026, and Chris my son-in-law @ chrisevans.film took these photos and video. La Torcia Olimpica è passata da Arona il 14 gennaio 2026 e Chris, mio genero, @ chrisevans.film , ha scattato queste foto e questi video. TikTok video - Olympic Torch in Arona / Torcia Olimpica ad Arona Photos / Foto Winter Olympics The Winter Olympic Games are an international sporting event dedicated to sno
Maria Scuor
Jan 199 min read
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