Ravenna
What to do, what to see, how to experience it at its best.
Ravenna is a splendid city, rich in works of art and boasting no fewer than 8 UNESCO World Heritage sites. It is ideal for art and culture enthusiasts, as it preserves the world's richest heritage of mosaics. It is also perfect for foodies, as Romagna cuisine reigns supreme here, for sea lovers, with beaches for all tastes just a few kilometers from the center, and for fun seekers, thanks to its proximity to the famous Mirabilandia theme park.
DON'T MISS The 8 UNESCO sites:
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Basilica of Sant'Apollinare in Classe
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Mausoleum of Theodoric
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Arian Baptistery
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Basilica of San Vitale
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Mausoleum of Galla Placidia
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Archiepiscopal Chapel
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Neonian Baptistery
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Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo
All of them leave visitors speechless with their mosaics, such as the cobalt blue tiles embracing the dome of golden stars in the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia or the stunning polychrome mosaics covering the octagonal dome of the Arian Baptistery.
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Dante’s Tomb: A neoclassical temple lined with marble that preserves the sepulchral ark containing Dante's remains.
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Basilica of San Francesco: Located in a beautiful square with its 9th-century square bell tower; it was here that Dante Alighieri’s funeral was held.
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Ravenna Cathedral (Duomo): The chapels are particularly noteworthy, such as the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament with its splendid frescoes and an altarpiece by Guido Reni.
Don't forget Mirabilandia! Just 15 km from the center of Ravenna, it is Italy's second-largest amusement park, full of attractions for everyone. Above all: the world's fastest roller coaster, reaching a height of 50 meters and speeds exceeding 100 km/h
