Bologna is a fascinating city with a very rich history. One of Europe's first universities was founded here back in 1088.
Piacenza has lots of palaces and quaint streets and arcades. The city has several old monuments from the Middle Ages.
Parma is also called the capital of music because the composer Giuseppe Verdi was born in this area. Of course the town is best known for Parmesan cheese and Parma ham.
Ravenna has many impressive sights and is also famous for its abundance of fine Byzantine mosaics.
Modena is known for producing balsamic vinegar and Lambrusco wine, but it also manufactures two of the world's most prestigious cars: Ferrari and Maserati.