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Reggio Emilia is the city of the Tricolore: here, on January 7th 1797, was announced the establishment of Repubblica Cispadana, the flag of which was to become the national flag in 1848. This event is commemorated in the Sala del Tricolore, designed in 1774 by Ludovico Bolognini, which is still a highly symbolic site for the city and Italy altogether. Reggio Emilia tops the lists of the richest cities with the best quality of life. Cycling around the city is the best way to discover its relaxed atmosphere and its historical and art beauties in its splendid squares. You can also stop by to taste delicious products like Parmigiano Reggiano DOP, and Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale, but don't forget to go shopping looking for antique markets or gourmet boutiques.

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Piazza Prampolini, San Prospero, Fontanesi: this is the typical itinerary in the historic city centre, the Duomo, the 14th century Palazzo del Comune, Basilica di San Prospero, the bell tower designed under the approbation of Giulio Romano. A real treat to the eye is Basilica della Ghiara, with a collection of works from painters in Emilia of the 17th century, such as Guercino, Carracci, and Tiarini. ...read on

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Food Trails

Reggio Emilia cuisine typically includes savoury products from the local farmers. Parmigiano-Reggiano, Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale: PDO products with a long tradition, and also erbazzone, gnocco fritto, typical cured meats. Don't miss, among main courses: cappelletti in brodo, tortelli verdi and tortelli di zucca, or boiled meats. You can also buy erbazzone and chizze at local bakeries, or spongata, torta di riso, and biscione in pastry shops. All can be accompanied with Lambrusco Reggiano DOC wine, or a white Scandiano wine. ...read on

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Reggio Emilia is the ideal centre for gourmet food, with bakeries, delicatessen, food shops, but also city markets such as Mercato del Contadino (every Saturday in Piazza Fontanesi) and Mercato della Terra by Slow Food (at Centro Malaguzzi). In the alleys of the historic city centre it is worth visiting artisans shops for furniture, paintings, home decorations or vintage jewellery. At Boretto Outlet centre, fashion takes the lead for shopping. ...read on

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Offers and deals to discover local culture. Numerous theme packages designed for families, couples, elderly people, and children are available. ...read on

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Itineraries

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Reggio and contemporary art
Installations by international artists, the bridges and the Alta Velocità train station designed by Calatrava, Tecnopolo, Spazio Gerra, Officina delle Arti, Maramotti art collection, Fotografia Europea, Aperto Festival: all contemporary signs that mark the modernisation of Reggio over the years.
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Squares Sightseeing
Strolling around the squares of the historic city centre discovering shops, architectural curiosities, and views.
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Reggio Emilia sightseeing: the city museums
From Museo del Tricolore to the modern Spazio Gerra, through art exhibitions in the city.

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