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The Palio of Buti

The ancient Roman village of Buti, in the province of Pisa, is celebrating St. Anthony the Abbot this Sunday, 22nd January, with its renowned Palio of Buti. Held the first Sunday after the celebration of the Saint (17th January), this … Continua a leggere

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Florence: The Cavalcade of the Magi

It might not be Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries, but one must admit that the scenario of the domed cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is similarly breathtaking! To celebrate the Epiphany Florence has brushed up one of its oldest … Continua a leggere

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Sansepolcro and its Millennium Celebrations

Throughout 2012 and early 2013, Sansepolcro, near Arezzo, is celebrating the Millennium of its city and cathedral. Over 50 events in all kind of fields – culture, art, economics and science – to underline the international dimension of Sansepolcro, city … Continua a leggere

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Puppets & Marionettes on the Etruscan Coast

Until January 29th, 2012 the Exhibition Hall of the Geiger Foundation of Cecina – Livorno – is hosting “Burattini & Marionette” (“Puppets & Marionettes”). The wonderful world of puppetry, edited by Alexander Schiavetti. A trip through theatre and imagination, artistic … Continua a leggere

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Precious Florence

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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