Opposite page: Studentmimescross the
roadontheirway toUniversity, oneof the
oldest inEurope; PaoloAtti & Figli is
known for its fresh-bakedbreads andhand-
made pastas, allof the ingredientsof
which are grown in local fields. This page:
acourtyardattests to thecity’sobsession
with the arts; bulk pastaandcarciofi
(artichokes) for sale atavegetable standon
theViaDrapperie; bikingamongthecity’s
storied porticoesontheCorte Isolani.
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Before you start yourown Italian journey, visit
the ItalianGovernmentTourist Board (ENIT).
TheseU.S. offices arehappy to assist:
NewYork, (212) 245-5618; Los Angeles, (310) 820-1898;
Chicago, (312) 644-0996.