The official roster of Italyâs most beautiful small towns has grown with the recent recognition of half a dozen heritage-rich communities across the country. The monastery of Santa Maria dellâ Isola is perched on a rocky promontory above the beaches of Tropea. (Photo: iStock) Enticing visitors to explore beyond Italyâs well-trodden destinations, I Borghi più belli dâItalia, an association that promotes small Italian towns and villages of historical and cultural interest, has recently added six more communities to its 300-plus-strong network. For an authentic, traditional slice of the bel paese, look no further. The northernmost addition to the lineup is