In Bologna, they're big on food. You've got lasagna, and Bolognese sauce - that's why it's called "Bologna, la Grassa." It's got one of the oldest universities in the world, hence "Bologna, la Dotta." The city's known for its UNESCO-listed porticoes, medieval towers, stuff like that. Places like Quadrilatero, mix food and fashion. They call it "Bologna, la Rossa" for the red-brick buildings and its lefty politics. World War II hit it hard, but the nightlife and museums are still kicking. Bologna's real - it's genuine, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. You get the real Italian deal without going broke.