Langhirano
Italy
Next, we head to the town of Langhirano, the birthplace of Parma ham. Here, you'll visit the production areas of a ham factory, including the aging rooms. The tour ends with a tasting of Parma ham aged for 24 months, accompanied by breadsticks and wine from the Parma hills.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Langhirano, a town whose name is synonymous with one of Italy's most prized culinary exports: Prosciutto di Parma. Located about 15 kilometers south of the city of Parma, this town is the undisputed heart of the 'Food…
Listen in the app2The Town Center and Market Square
We begin in the center of Langhirano, in its vibrant main square. Unlike some of the more monumental cities in the region, Langhirano has the feel of a prosperous working town. …
Listen in the app3The Art of Prosciutto di Parma
To understand Langhirano, one must understand the art of the 'prosciutto.' We are standing near several traditional curing facilities. The process of making Prosciutto di Parma is strictly regulated and involves only two…
Listen in the app4Nature and the Parma Hills
Leaving the center of the town, we look toward the surrounding hills. This is where the 'nature' side of Langhirano truly shines. …
Listen in the app5Castello di Torrechiara — The Fortress of Love
Just a few kilometers from Langhirano sits the Castello di Torrechiara, one of the best-preserved and most beautiful castles in Italy. Built between 1448 and 1460 by Pier Maria Rossi, it is a masterpiece of Renaissance military…
Listen in the app6Emilian Hospitality and Local Life
Returning to the town, let us consider the social fabric of Langhirano. The people here are known for their warmth and their deep pride in their local culture. …
Listen in the app7The Butcher Shops and Grilled Delicacies
In addition to the world-famous prosciutto, Langhirano has a vibrant culture of local butcher shops that double as informal eateries. This is a unique feature of the region: you go into a butcher shop, choose your preferred cut…
Listen in the app8Closing
As our tour of Langhirano concludes, we leave with a deeper understanding of why this small town is so significant in the global culinary landscape. We have seen the unique 'scalere' where the mountain wind cures the world's best…
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What is Langhirano?
Langhirano is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Food |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 44.6138, 10.2684 |
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