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Mirabilandia, an obligatory stop for families, the games and fairytale atmosphere
mingle with the pools and water rides.
The spectacular dolphins that inhabit Rimini's Dolphinarium amaze visitors with
their acrobatics. In Viserba di Rimini, travelers of all ages can appreciate Italy in
Miniature, with its scale reproductions of
the Bel Paese's most important monuments. And, while Aquafan (in Riccione)
surprises and delights for its effects and
entertainment (with music, performances and much more), Cattolica's Acquario leaves visitors agape for its thousands
of fish species.
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le others cater to the golf set, or to convention groups (conventions organized
by numerous groups and sectors are a
big thing on Emilia Romagna's Riviera)
that come to mix business with pleasure.
The Riviera, specifically Rimini, also plays
host to several sport rallies and championships (one example is the annual Riviera Beach Games).
home to authentic favorites? Tortellini in
broth is one, but not only – so many of
the Region's products are known and
exported around the world. Think Parmigiano Reggiano, fossa cheese, truffles,
prosciuttos and salames. When in the
zone, be sure to pair these delicacies
with the piadina, a famous and symbolic
flatbread typical of Romagnolan cuisine.
Sun, sea, sports, great cuisine, fun and
even culture are the factors contributing
to a Riviera vacation well-spent. Close by
is Ravenna, made a UNESCO World Heritage Si te in 1996 for its glimmering and
breathtaking Byzantine mosaics. Further
inland are such gems as the Malatestian
Fortresses of Mondaino, Montebello,
San Giovanni in Marignano and Saludecio.
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The Adriatic Riviera is also a prime spot
for a boating trip. Hundreds of ports
make docking spaces available, whether
in busy and supplied fishing villages or
in an isolated cove or inlet.
The Riviera is highly sought-out by sailing enthusiasts where, no less, reputed sailing schools and official regattas
abound.
The Adriatic Riviera is also an optimum
the more athletic among us, offering
everything from cycling, sailing and
golf, to hiking and canoing, among
other activities. Not only, but thematic
hotels enhance the experience – some And who can go without taking a culinary
are more adapted to cycle tourists, whi- jump into the Region of Emilia Romagna,
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