Parma city
A European city is not complete without its own castle, and Parma has the Torrechiarra overlooking the city. Also worth checking out are the cathedral and baptistery in the heart of the city – they house amazing art by Correggio and Antelami.
The city is easy to navigate and, although it has a university, don’t expect too much excitement when it comes to nightlife early in the week. Midweek through to Sunday you’ll find the place abuzz with people and, of course, there is a feast of top-class restaurants.
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Parma is home to opera legend Giuseppe Verdi
