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  Artisan mask makers

  Posted on Tuesday 15th, May 2012.

  The Carnevale and its lavish masks have now made a comeback and their creators are once again sort after for their exquisite artisan creations. Susan Wright enters the magical and mysterious world of a Venetian mask maker. Read More...

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  Basilicata

  Posted on Friday 23rd, March 2012.

  As one of Italy’s lesser known regions, Basilicata is a hidden gem. Home to captivating little villages, gorgeous lakes and beautiful beaches, this mountainous landscape has much to offer. Read More...

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  Saintly steps

  Posted on Thursday 19th, January 2012.

  Assisi is the famous birthplace of Italy’s Patron Saint, St Francis. Jane O’Connor recently made the journey to Umbria to retrace his footsteps and discover the town in all its glory. Read More...

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  Travelling the Ligurian coast

  Posted on Tuesday 17th, January 2012.

  Liguria’s famous coastline is beautiful and diverse. The Italian Riviera and mountainous hinterland are a stark contrast to the historical port city of Genoa – yet each has its own unique attractions. Read More...

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  Lace-makers of Anghiari

  Posted on Tuesday 29th, November 2011.

  Located in the Arezzo province in Tuscany, the town of Anghiari is looking to its past in order to secure its future – and the age-old art of lace-making may hold the key to ensuring its future existence. Read More...

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  Sicily abuzz

  Posted on Tuesday 8th, November 2011.

  Striking mountains, remarkable volcanoes and sandy beaches may appear to sum up the Sicilian landscape at first glance; but this fascinating location boasts much more. Read More...

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  Burano Island

  Posted on Friday 16th, September 2011.

  The island of Burano near Venice is famous for its vividly coloured houses and its strong sense of local identity – both unfading even during centuries of poverty. Read More...

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  Lake Bolsena’s crystal clear waters

  Posted on Wednesday 13th, July 2011.

  Italy’s northern lakes may be famous for their glistening fresh water, but it is Lake Bolsena in Lazio that has earned its reputation as the cleanest in Europe. Read More...

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  Lovely Lazio

  Posted on Wednesday 6th, July 2011.

  Home to Italy’s capital, Lazio is awash with remnants of the Roman Empire. But as visitors will discover, this region’s appeal stretches far beyond the city of Rome. Read More...

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  Italy abridged

  Posted on Tuesday 10th, May 2011.

  Some bridges are national and international icons, most are architecturally elegant, all are different and many have an interesting story to tell. Read More...

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