The dome of Modena
Duomo di Modena is vital part of world heritage of UNESCO which is a “must-see” place whenever you visit Italy. It has a millennium history behind it, and had been meticulously built from the marble ruins of the ancient Roman villas.
The architectural style of the Duomo is Romanesque, wrought about by the masters who lived in the Campione D’Italia. The lovely structure honors the patron and protector of Modena—San Geminiano.
Modena Cathedral, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Concealed in the attics of Modenese houses is a real treasure—traditional Balsamic vinegar of the city Modena—which the Modenese families were the only ones known to produce in staggered batches—some of which are aged up to a quarter of a century.
This craft is a noteworthy gem in the traditional Italian gastronomy. The production of this vinegar requires the use of barrels, crafted out of noble woods, and juice of Lambrusco grapes, coupled with tons of patience.
Each year, the producers got to laboriously refill every barrel, considering the fact that a great quantity of liquid naturally evaporates during the hot weather of summers. Yet, the evaporation and the wooden barrels allow the wood flavors to combine with the liquid, which further amplifies the taste of the vinegar.
The hidden pearl of Modena: Balsamic vinegar
The real balsamic vinegar produced in Modena has been always imitated but never equaled in taste even though there are lots of imitations named MODENA’S. During the testing of the quality, one will discover how different the taste and quality of the black nectar as compared to its many imitations.
The tasting process is designed to develop a high appreciation for the traditional producers, and to know how to complement every food with its unique taste. Although this kind of vinegar is seen by most people as highly expensive and very tasteful product, one can readily use the product to spice every day’s food. If carefully used, a single bottle can last for many servings.
Traditional Balsamic Vinegar tours are available in which we can learn how the ageing process of vinegar are done, and how every detail of production is readily explained to most guests. For people who want to take home some specific products, 100 ml bottles of these products are available directly from the real producers of the vinegar at very affordable and discounted prices. You can likewise have the products ship right to your doorstep using any major credit card.
Although Modena is a small city, it is very historical; it boasts of historical architecture and delicacies. If you want to have a living experience of the city, it is advisable, at least, to spend one night and a complete day to have a real feel of this historical city.
Likewise, Modena is well-known for the famous Parmesan cheese, Zampone, Totellini pasta, and Cotechino. Moreover, there are never-ending arrays of very good restaurants in the center of the city, such as Bottura Osteria Francescana. You will definitely have a wide variety of delicacies to choose that would definitely satisfy your palate.
Red Ferrari
Modena is likewise a world center of motor sport and supercars. The newly inaugurated Enzo Ferrari museums are very interesting venues for those die-hard fanatics of Ferrari Cars. The contemporary building readily offers rotating car collections of various themes, which is expressive of the very soul of Modena. Likewise, you can also take a shuttle bus ride and have a visit to the Maranello Ferrari museum.
There are plenty of accommodations in Modena from 4 stars hotels, farms stays agriturismo and cheap b&b. In short there is something for eveyone regardless if you your budget is big or small, Modena is not going to fail you.
