The City of Parma

The coat of arms consists of a shield with a blue cross on a gold field,
surmounted by the ducal crown and surrounded by the motto: quia hostis
turbetur Parmam virgo tuetur which translated means "the enemies tremble
because the Virgin protects Parma."
The phrase was coined to mark the victory of the troops besieging Parma
in 1248 led by emperor Frederick II.

Parma is a city full of grace, where the atmosphere is refined, from a
small capital.
Its center, rich in artistic masterpieces, large green areas, large and
small treasures from different periods, welcomes tourists and citizens
and holds them gently.
Parma is not only capital but also the art of "good eating".
Nicknamed "food valley", the seat since 2002 of 'European Food Safety
Authority (EFSA-The European Food Safety Authority).
Famous all over the world its food including typical Parma ham,
culatello Zibello, the famous Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Excellent products that come from mastery of the craftsmen and
businesses located in the province of Parma.
And it is precisely in the countries of the province, the Apennine
hills, where contamination of the "cement" is weakest, and nature is
still the master that these products are born and flourish.
And in the province, near Parma in the countries you can admire numerous
medieval castles and fortresses. One out of every Torrechiara castle
built between 1448 and 1460 by Pier Maria Rossi, Count of San Secondo.

Parma has a population of about 330 cultural assets including 34
archaeological and architectural 296.
Parma is located in the center of the cathedral, one of the most
important works of Romanesque architecture, the dome of which was
painted by Correggio, in the same square, just steps away stands the
Baptistery, Benedict Antelami beautiful marble monument pink Verona
built between 1196 and 1270.
Also not far from Piazza Duomo square of the peace we find to be headed
by the Palazzo della Pilotta than inside it houses the National
Archaeological Museum, the Palatine Library, the National Gallery and
the beautiful Teatro Farnese.
Alongside Piazzale della Pace is the famous and prestigious Theatre
Royal, built between 1821 and 1829 by the will of the Duchess Maria Luigia.

The scenic wonders, pristine nature, the clear air and the historical
evidence can wonderful experience.
Not only is the most complete relaxation in the beautiful Apennine
mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking to explore the villages and
ancient monuments or to conquer the highest peaks.