LAZIO
Lazio likes to consider itself the centre of Italy, and rightfully so. The region was born from an empire whose history, monuments and art still take front row in today’s world.
FUN FACTS
- Fated Trojan Aeneas came to Latium and founded the city Lavinium - today’s Practica di Mare
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Rome was founded
21 April 753 BC - Modern Rome has over 280 fountains and over 900 churches
- Lago di Bolsena is the largest volcanic lake in Europe
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La Porta Alchemica, a 17th-century
doorway in Rivodutri, is said to be a portal
into the mysteries of alchemy - Lazio is home to the world’s smallest country, Città del Vaticano (Vatican City)
LAZIO
Lazio likes to consider itself the centre of Italy, and rightfully so. The region was born from an empire whose history, monuments and art still take front row in today’s world.
FUN FACTS
- Fated Trojan Aeneas came to Latium and founded the city Lavinium - today’s Practica di Mare
-
Rome was founded
21 April 753 BC - Modern Rome has over 280 fountains and over 900 churches
- Lago di Bolsena is the largest volcanic lake in Europe
-
La Porta Alchemica, a 17th-century
doorway in Rivodutri, is said to be a portal
into the mysteries of alchemy - Lazio is home to the world’s smallest country, Città del Vaticano (Vatican City)
GUIDES
ISSIMO’s travel guide to Italy’s sites of wonder
ISSIMO takes you to remarkable places that must be seen to be believed
Madeline Lu’s Guide to Palo Laziale
From beach clubs to historical sites, discover the hidden gems of Palo Laziale with Madeline Lu’s two-day travel guide.
ISSIMO’s Guide to Palo Laziale and Ladispoli
Andrea Provvidenza shares his favourite cultural adventures, boutiques and culinary treats.
Explore Villa di Tiberio in Sperlonga
Explore Emperor Tiberius’s seaside retreat with archaeologist Darius Arya
La Mia Roma by Yvonne Scìo
Actress, model, filmmaker and social rights activist, shares her secrets to the Eternal City.
La Mia Roma by Delfina Delettrez
Jewellery designer Delfina Delettrez Fendi shares her secrets to Rome.
The Beaches of Lazio’s Southern Coast
Head south of Rome on the coast for charming beach towns and ancient history.
Day Trips Outside of Rome
Popes and princes, emperors and avant-garde chose Lazio for the beautiful countryside and rich history.
FOOD
ISSIMO’s Guide to Palo Laziale and Ladispoli
Andrea Provvidenza shares his favourite cultural adventures, boutiques and culinary treats.
La Posta Vecchia’s Vignarola Romana
A garden recipe representing Lazio, by Chef Antonio Magliulo of La Posta Vecchia.
La Posta Vecchia’s Cacio e Pepe
It doesn't get better than cacio e pepe. La Posta Vecchia's Antonio Magliulo shares his recipe.
CULTURE
ISSIMO’s Guide to Palo Laziale and Ladispoli
Andrea Provvidenza shares his favourite cultural adventures, boutiques and culinary treats.
La Mia Roma by Yvonne Scìo
Actress, model, filmmaker and social rights activist, shares her secrets to the Eternal City.
ISSIMO Booklist: Lazio
Roman writers have penned some of Italy’s most important literature. Get your fix here.
Rome through the Lens of Antonio Monfreda
Rome-based creative director Antonio Monfreda shares his favourite views.
