Modena: Piazza Roma - Torre Civica - Ghirlandina - Monte Cimone - Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park
Modena occupies the fertile plain between the Secchia and Panaro rivers in Emilia-Romagna. Its historic centre is anchored by the Romanesque Modena Cathedral, Piazza Grande and the Torre Civica, known as the Ghirlandina; the ensemble has UNESCO World Heritage status. Piazza Roma is framed by the Ducal Palace, former residence of the Este dukes, whose court shaped Modena for centuries. Beyond the city, the Apennine horizon leads toward Monte Cimone, Emilia-Romagna’s highest peak, and the UNESCO-designated Appennino Tosco-Emiliano biosphere reserve. Modena is also identified with traditional balsamic vinegar, produced under strict local rules, and with its long association with Italian motoring.
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Modena straddles the historic Via Emilia in Emilia-Romagna, and this Roman road has shaped the city’s streets and commercial life for centuries. Set on the Po Valley plain between the Secchia and Panaro rivers, it is closely associated with Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena, made from cooked grape must and aged in wooden barrels for at least 12 years. Its UNESCO-listed ensemble of Piazza Grande, the Romanesque cathedral and Torre Ghirlandina forms the civic heart; the cathedral, begun in 1099, has a façade decorated with sculptures by Wiligelmo. Modena is also the birthplace of Enzo Ferrari and home to the Museo Enzo Ferrari. Discover further points of interest through webcams across Modena and Emilia-Romagna.
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Emilia-Romagna occupies a broad stretch of the Po Valley and northern Apennines in Italy. From the agricultural plains around Modena and Bologna, the region extends northeast towards the Adriatic, where the wetlands of the Po Delta meet the sea. Wooded Apennine ridges give its southern districts a contrasting terrain. Bologna is home to one of the world’s oldest universities, founded in 1088, while Modena is closely linked with traditional balsamic vinegar. Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma are further markers of a food culture known well beyond Italy. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Emilia-Romagna.
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Among the countries of southern Europe, Italy stands out for its Mediterranean coastline and cities marked by the legacy of ancient Rome. The Alps form its northern frontier, while the Apennines run down the peninsula and the Po crosses the broad plain of the north. Rome’s Colosseum and Roman Forum recall the ancient empire; Florence is closely associated with the Renaissance, and Venice is built across a lagoon on the Adriatic. Food changes markedly between regions, from olive-oil cooking in the south to rice dishes in the Po Valley. Sicily and Sardinia add distinct island identities to a country whose regions retain strong local character. Explore nearby webcam locations that provide complementary perspectives on Italy’s coasts, cities and mountains.
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