Abruzzo is filled with dazzling medieval towns, rolling vineyards, and a divine food scene.
It’s home to 75 percent of all European animal species, flora, and fauna.
In fact, it’s so lush that it’s often called the “green lung of Europe.”
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Abruzzo has four provinces: Chieti, Teramo, LAquila, and Pescara.
Some connections are also offered through Abruzzo Airport (PSR).
It features a full itinerary in both Rome and Abruzzo and includes private, round-trip transportation.
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The three-hour journey to Abruzzo took me past scenic vineyards and cliff-clinging villages.
Here’s what my experience was like.
But really, I was here for the wine the idyllic location and views were just the bonus.
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Thinly salted mutton skewers, calledarrosticini, are one of the regions most popular.
Abruzzo has produced handmadespaghetti alla chitarrafor more than 200 years.
It’s often served with a tomato sauce made with miniature meatballs, calledsugo di pallottine.
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What to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts will find several activities in Abruzzo.
Its an ideal location to spend a day immersed in nature and several varietals.
Their Pecorino is filled with aromas of grapefruit and pairs well with just about any seafood dish.
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To learn more about Abruzzo, visititalia.itand to learn more about the package, visitall.acor.com.
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