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Ravenna, a jewel in Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, is globally renowned for its Byzantine mosaics. As the final capital of the Western Roman Empire, it preserves eight UNESCO-listed Early Christian monuments, with the mosaics in Basilica di San Vitale representing the pinnacle of medieval art. The city's fusion of Roman, Gothic, and Byzantine influences creates a unique atmosphere where history whispers through every cobblestone.
Marvel at the Emperor Justinian mosaic in San Vitale Basilica, then gaze upon the starry vault of Galla Placidia's Mausoleum. Pay homage at Dante's Tomb and admire the pastoral mosaics in Sant'Apollinare Nuovo. Join sunset walks at Piazza del Popolo with artisan gelato, or book specialized mosaic-themed guided tours decoding biblical narratives in gold tiles.
Savor piadina (flatbread stuffed with local cheeses and cured ham) or brodetto (Adriatic fish stew). Indulge in tigella – sweet bread with chocolate-hazelnut spread, paired with Sangiovese wine. Don't miss Saturday's farmers market for aged balsamic vinegar and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Cafés near mosaics sites serve excellent Aperol Spritz with seafood appetizers.
The compact historic center is walkable. Rent bicycles (€10/day) near the train station for suburban sites like Classe Basilica. Buses (€1.5/ticket) cover peripheral areas with 90-minute validity. Direct trains from Bologna Airport take 1 hour (€8-12). High-speed rail connects via Bologna from Rome. Note ZTL traffic restrictions – book hotels with parking if driving.
April-June & September-October offer ideal 20-25°C temperatures. July-August sees 35°C heat but nearby beaches absorb crowds. The Mosaic Festival in October showcases live restorations. Winter brings shorter opening hours at some churches.
Italian prevails but major sites have English materials. Free WiFi in Piazza del Popolo; EU SIM cards work best. Credit cards widely accepted except at markets (carry €5/10 notes). Pharmacies display green crosses; dial 118 for emergencies. VAT refund available for mosaic souvenirs (min €155 purchase). Left luggage at train station costs €5/6hrs. Medical center at Viale Vittorio Veneto 11 operates 24/7.