Rimini as you’ve never seen it: a concierge’s diary
There’s a moment — just beyond the border between Emilia-Romagna and Marche — when time stands still. This isn’t just a figure of speech. It’s
In 1375, a young albino girl named Guendalina vanished inside the icehouse of Montebello Castle during a storm, while chasing a rag ball.
No one ever found her.
Over time, her disappearance became a legend. Every June 21st, some say they still hear her crying or laughing from the depths of the castle.
Was it a ghost? Or just a story passed down through generations?
Either way, Azzurrina lives on—as a symbol of mystery, difference, and the longing to simply be seen.
Yesterday, I made a promise I shouldn’t have “Cristian, what’s behind those hills?” Marco, a guest from Milan, asked me this yesterday morning while we
Santarcangelo di Romagna: An Unexpected Adventure Have you ever been to Santarcangelo di Romagna? No? Perfect, then let me tell you something — this is
My name is Cristian Brocculi and for over twenty years I have lived and worked in Rimini.
I know every corner of this city, from iconic spots to hidden gems in the hinterland.
I created this blog to help you experience Rimini like a true local,
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