Bologna is found in Northern Italy and is the capital city of the Emilia-Romagna region. The bustling metropolitan city has been one of the great urban centers of Tuscany for centuries and is known for its historic architecture and a well-preserved city center with long porticoes that have been meticulously restored. Bologna is also where the world-famous University of Bologna is. The university is the oldest in the world and was declared a European Capital of Culture in 2000, UNESCO City of Music in 2006, and was inducted into the Creative Cities Network.
The best places to visit in Bologna include Piazza Maggiore with Basilica of St. Petronius, St. Stephen Basilica, the leaning towers—Torre Garisenda and Torre degli Asinelli, and the university campus. Visitors should also make sure to stop at a local café for authentic Bolognese food.
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