ITALY RED CITY: BOLOGNA

Bologna is the largest city and the historical capital of the Emilia-Romagna region in Northern Italy. Also known as the 'Red City', the medieval city is said to be named after its dazzling red architecture and the political views of its people in ancient times.

Red Architecture

The city center is Piazza Maggiore Square. It is a large square covered with medieval and Renaissance structures such as arched columns, cafes, the town hall, the Neptune Fountain built in 1563, and the Basilica di San Petronio. The Asinelli and Garisenda towers, which have become one of the most important symbols of the city, were built in the 12th century by the city's richest family, and over time they leaned and took on their current appearance. The Porticos of Bologna are an important cultural and architectural heritage of the city of Bologna, Italy, and together with many towers, they form the symbol of the city. The porticos are permanent, not temporary, appointments to the task of being the symbol of the city.

Piazza Maggiore

Piazza Maggiore is one of the most important and popular squares in Bologna. In the centre of the square is the statue of Nettuno (Fountain of Neptune), the symbol of Piazza Maggiore. The statue was built in the 16th century and represents the world of water. Around the square are important historical buildings, such as the Palazzo del Podestà and the Palazzo dei Banchi.

University of Bologna

It is considered the oldest and most prestigious university in the Western world and was founded in Bologna, Italy in 1088. The University of Bologna, which is quite famous in the field of medicine, was known for the first studies in plastic surgery by Gaspare Tagliacozzi in the 16th century, and experienced its golden age with the teachings of Marcello Malpighi in the 17th century. In addition, the reputation of the university rose again in Europe when Giosuè Carducci won the Nobel Prize.

The city of Bologna is also famous for its cuisine. Especially the meat dish called “Bolognese” is famous. In addition, delicious foods such as Parmesan, Parma sausages, as well as the famous “balsamic vinegar” are produced in the city region.

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