About Parma
Located in northern Italy between the popular cities of Milan and Bologna, Parma is a colourful city offering an authentic Italian experience and world class food. The city is found in the region of Emilia-Romagna, a district known for being a foodie haven. Parma itself is a destination that should make it onto every foodie’s bucket list and is famous for its Parma ham (prosciutto) and Parmesan cheese. It also produces high quality balsamic vinegar, excellent wine and, of course, delectable pasta. If food isn’t enough of a drawcard, Parma has a great art scene, beautiful architecture and streets that are just made for wandering.
The city dates back to the Bronze Age and has long been a thriving city in Italy. The location was chosen due to the access to water, the Parma River, which flows through the center of the city. Parma is also home to one of the oldest universities in the world, the University of Parma, which attracts many students to the area. Parma provides the perfect balance of metropolitan buzz and classic Italian charm, offering all the amenities of a large city with less hustle and bustle of its urban neighbors such as Bologna.