Program Description
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Ravenna, Italy is a city in the northern Italian province of Emilia Romagna, a diverse region of seaside towns and historic cities. It is located on the Adriatic Sea, about halfway between Florence and Venice.
Our one hour live, personal, virtual walking tour will take you through the streets of the walking area of the historical center of Ravenna. 2021 marked the celebration of the 700th Anniversary of the death of Dante Alighieri, the poet who is considered the father of the Italian language, we will start the tour in the area where his tomb is located. We will visit the main square, Piazza del Popolo, the San Vitale’s Basilica and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, and maybe the goldfish of Basilica di San Francesco.
Our guide is a native of Ravenna and would love to share a taste of the history and beauty of her hometown as well as the secrets that are still hidden to most.
Presented by Discover Live
Done in collaboration with the Yonkers NNORC