Bellissimo Magazine - Lazio - Fall 2024
Lazio — the central region wedged between the Tyrrhenian Sea to the west and Abruzzo and Molise to the east — could coast on being home to Rome alone. But there’s a whole world within its borders.
As the capital of Lazio, of Italy and, in some eyes, the world — hence the nickname Caput Mundi — Rome definitely gets its due in this issue. We show you how to make classic Roman-style supplì; wonder whether there will be another Golden Age of “Hollywood on the Tiber” at Cinecittà; peek into the atelier of the high-end architect and designer whose work is helping traditional craftsmanship survive; and share the lowdown on the best annual events in the capital and beyond.
But we also veer off the main Roman roads and railways to show you some sides of Lazio you may not know. Inside, you’ll find:
- The ultimate guide to exploring the Pontine Coast, including the town where the sorceress Circe is said to have turned lost sailors into swine;
- A playlist from Poggio Bustone, the small town that gave Italy one of its greatest singer-songwriters, Lucio Battisti;
- Exploration of the growing specialty coffee scene in Lazio and where to taste the renaissance in roast;
- How to spa-hop through some of Lazio’s most luxurious wellness getaways;
- Background on the unique Viterbese ritual involving a reclusive saint, a remarkable feat of human strength and one very tricked-out, UNESCO-approved tower;
- A guide through Lazio’s lushest gardens;
- A savory visit to the hometown of porchetta in the heart of the Castelli Romani,
- and more in these 80+ beautifully designed pages on the region.
You also may have heard of a little event called the Jubilee next year in Rome; we’ve launched a separate special Vatican City issue to mark the major occasion, with a mix of practical tips for visitors and fascinating feature stories, whether you’re a religious pilgrim or just planning to visit Rome in 2025 and looking for insights.
