Situated in a strategic position, Parma is only an hour away from Milan or Bologna, and not much further from the Adriatic and the Tyrrhenian coasts.
Parma enjoys worldwide popularity not only for the nature and quality of its typical food products, but also for being a lively town rich in history, art and culture. Parma offers a variety of green spaces, including the renowned Botanical Garden.

Ten huge parks and protected areas can be found in the province of Parma: among them Parco dei Cento Laghi, Parco di Carrega and Oasi del Monte Fuso.
As regards history and culture, Parma has been shaped through the centuries by great painters and architects, such as of Antelami and Correggio.
Antelami's pink marble Baptistery and Correggio's trompe l’oeil frescoes, decorating the Cathedral, the Chamber of St Paul and St John the Evangelist are the true symbols of the town, together with Parmigianino's masterpieces in the Church of Santa Maria della Steccata.

In addition to its delightful historical centre, Parma boasts also outstanding modern buildings designed by the world famous architect Renzo Piano: the Barilla Centre and the Paganini Auditorium, where our congress will be held.
There is a thread running through all the tourist highlights of Parma and province: its world famous gastronomy…….
The choicest examples of local cold meats are the “Culatello di Zibello” and the ”Prosciutto di Parma”, followed by “spalla cotta” (baked ham) and by the "Salame di Felino”.

Not to mention the highly praised “Parmigiano Reggiano” cheese.
In short, the beauties of the landscape, the unspoilt environment and the cultural heritage provide the necessary ingredients to make your visit to the province of Parma a wonderful experience.