MOTORS
There have always been close ties between Modena and motor racing. Modena is home to the motor industry. Here there has always been a passion for mechanical engineering, so that the myth of speed has become an important part of its culture. Ferrari, Maserati and Lamborghini, names synonymous with international prestige, leading-edge technology and impeccable elegance, were born here. Racing cars and luxury cars have entered the realms of legend, becoming collector's items, taking the name of Modena with them out into the world.

GASTRONOMY
Throughout the world, Modena is synonymous with delicious food. This age-old title was won in the name of natural goodness, respect for tradition, flavourful ingredients and - why not? - a pinch of imagination as well. In this section you will find information about typical products, shows, gastronomic events, recipes and cookery courses...

MONUMENTIS AND CHURCHES
Modena, city of Art, hosts in its ancient heart of capital city of Duchy of Este, architectural jewels appreciated all over the world: the Cathedral, the Ghirlandina tower and Piazza Grande declared Heritage of Humanity by Unesco in 1997, Chef d’oeuvre of Italian Romanesque. The XVII century Ducal Palace, now site of the Military Academy and the Estense Gallery and Library, hosting art works of undiscussed value. In the province of Modena you’ll find treasures to discover. Towns in the valley and hills: Carpi, jewel of Renaissance, Nonantola and its Benedictine San Silvestro Abbey, Sassuolo and its Ducal Palace summer residence of the Este Dukes, Maranello and the Ferrari Gallery, Castelnuovo Rangone with an archaeological park and open air museum of Terramare di Montale (medium Bronze age), Spilamberto and the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar Museum, Vignola and its cherries and the Contrari castle, Mirandola, Finale Emilia and San Cesario sul Panaro and the route of fortresses and castles of Este family.

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