Bologna, in northern Italy is the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region. It's well known for its astonishing beauty, wealth, superb cuisine and left-wing politics. Bologna is also home to one of Europe's oldest universities.

The streets are lined with beautiful arcades and surrounded by attractive squares with typically Italian buildings and idyllic porticoes. One of the best ways to see this heavenly city is by foot; you don't want to miss a thing.