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Vinci: Unicorns, football and knights in Leonardo’s hometown

Pubblicato il 25 Luglio 2012 da Genni

Best known for its most famous son, the Renaissance giant Leonardo, Vinci is a quiet hill town, whose narrow streets and surrounding vineyards and olive groves are much the same as in Leonardo’s time. The houses cluster around the medieval … Continua a leggere→

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Precious Florence

Pubblicato il 4 Ottobre 2011 da Genni

From the 5th of October until the 23rd La Specola Museum of Florence, near Pitti Palace, is hosting the 2011 edition of  Preziosa,  an exhibition dedicated to contemporary jewellery created in 2005 by Le Arti Orafe, the jewellery school and … Continua a leggere→

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Sagre -Village Festivals- in Tuscany, an alternative way to experience the region

Pubblicato il 30 Settembre 2011 da Genni

In Italy a sagra is a village festival, very often concerning food but also sometimes historical pageants or sporting events. Originally old country fairs, today many towns organize these events both for the village people as well as to attract … Continua a leggere→

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