There are hill towns aplenty in the Italian countryside, from Cortona to Montepulciano to San Gimignano. The wonderful old buildings clustered ... have the same idea, travel pro Rick Steves ...

Set between dramatic mountains and miles of coastline, this lesser-known region offers stunning scenery, outdoor adventure, ...

Perched on a hill between Ravenna ... history's most famous old civilizations. Just like France allows visitors to step back ...

Catherine Sabino is an editor and author who writes about travel ... vacation stop of Winston Churchill. Italy and France are famous for their lovely hill towns, but if you’re seeking lesser ...

Vasto is an ancient Italian town that is now a draw for tourists ... grandmother in 1905 at a time when it was an impoverished hill town whose history reflected the ups-and-downs of foreign ...

A quaint little town in the southern region of Puglia offers up the quintessential Italian experience ... “The view of the old port is just amazing. This is one of the must visit places while ...

To experience a slice of medieval Italy, catch a train to Orvieto, an Umbrian hill town ... also visit the Basilica of Santa Chiara, Temple Minerva, a Roman temple in the heart of the old town ...

Italy’s small towns offer an entirely different experience from the well-known cities, blending history, culture, and natural beauty in a way that larger destinations simply can’t. If you’re inspired ...