Suggestions
Piedmont and Valle d'Aosta: suggestions and useful addresses
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Spumante d'Asti
- Asti
- The Piedmont-born leader of Italian sparkling wines.
- www.astidocg.it
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Il Tartufo d'Alba
- Montà d'Alba
- The intense aromas of Piedmont's much-coveted food of the gods.
- www.albatartufi.com
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Il Gavi
- Gavi
- The historic vineyards where Piedmont's great dry white is produced.
- www.consorziogavi.com
Lombardy: suggestions and useful addresses
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Teatro alla Scala
- Milano
- Opera, ballet and classical music performed in one of the world's most famous theatres.
- www.teatroallascala.org
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Brera Picture Gallery
- Milano
- One of the finest collections of Italian paintings in the world.
- www.brera.beniculturali.it
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Charterhouse of Pavia
- Pavia
- A true masterpiece of North Italian early renaissance architecture.
- www.certosadipavia.com
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Cenacolo Vinciano
- Milano
- The refectory of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie: home to Da Vinci's great artwork.
- www.cenacolovinciano.org
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Castello Sforzesco
- Milano
- Ancient stronghold transformed in 15th century ducal residence by Francesco Sforza.
- www.milanocastello.it
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Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio
- Milano
- Precious relics, frescoes and art works by the masters of the Italian Renaissance.
- santambrogio-basilica.it
Trentino Alto Adige: suggestions and useful addresses
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Speck Alto Adige
- Bolzano
- Son of the mountain: rustic, seasoned, and wonderfully authentic speck.
- www.speck.it
Venice: suggestions and useful addresses
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Venice Casino
- Venezia
- Roulette, Black Jack, Poker and art on the banks of the Grand Canal.
- www.casinovenezia.it
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Theatre La Fenice
- Venezia
- The Venetian opera house, three times destroyed by fire, three times restored to its original splendor.
- www.teatrolafenice.it
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Caffè Florian
- Venezia
- Since 1720, a laboratory of taste and design in Venice's most famous square
- www.caffeflorian.com
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Carlo Goldoni's house
- Venezia
- The house where the great Venetian dramatist was born, now a museum and theatrical studies center.
- www.museiciviciveneziani.it
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Venice Carnival
- Venezia
- The Feast of Mary, the flight of the angel, and the masks of Europe's most spectacular carnival.
- www.carnevale.venezia.it
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Venice Biennale
- Venezia
- The multi disciplinary event which transforms Venice in European capital of contemporary arts.
- www.labiennale.org
Veneto: suggestions and useful addresses
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Prosecco DOC
- Conegliano
- Castles, churches, art, history and wine on the Road of Prosecco, one of Italy's first 'Strada del Vino'.
- www.prosecco.it
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Centro Studi Palladio
- Vicenza
- An international architectural research center in one of Palladio's most beautiful palaces.
- www.cisapalladio.org
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Arena of Verona
- Verona
- Verona's Roman amphitheater, second only to the Colosseum.
- www.arena.it
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Asiago cheese
- Vicenza
- Sweet and delicate or distinctly piquant, flavours which have been tantalising taste buds for centuries.
- www.asiagocheese.org
Friuli: suggestions and useful addresses
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Fruili Dolomites
- Cimolais
- Green valleys and snow covered slopes, ideal for nature trekking, rock climbing and ski touring.
- www.parcodolomitifriulane.it
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Caffé Tommaseo Trieste
- Trieste
- From the tradition of Viennese literary cafés, immense mirrors and the artworks of Gatteri.
- www.caffetommaseo.com
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Aquileia Archaeological Museum
- Aquileia
- In the historic Villa Cassis, exhibits which range from statues to objects of everyday life.
- www.museoarcheo-aquileia.it
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Castles of Friuli
- Udine
- A region littered with medieval castles, in the hills, by the sea, and in its ancient towns and cities.
- www.consorziocastelli.it
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Barcolana
- Barcolana
- Where professional and amateur crews compete to win what has become Europe's largest sailing race.
- www.barcolana.it
Liguria: suggestions and useful addresses
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5 star events
- Rapallo
- It's never been so easy to organize meetings and conferences in Portofino
- www.excelsiorpalace.it/en/meetings-and-events/
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil DOP
- Imperia
- From the sun kissed terraces of the Italian Riviera, Liguria's finest Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
- www.consorziodoprivieraligure.it
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Genoa aquarium
- Genova
- The Antarctic, Mediterranean, Indian Ocean and Red Sea in the port of Genoa.
- www.acquariodigenova.it
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Portofino Marine Reserve
- Portofino
- The spectacular coast of Portofino and a nature reserve bursting with Mediterranean flora and fauna.
- www.portofinoamp.it
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Sanremo Casinò
- Sanremo
- A legendary games hall and one of Liguria's most splendid Liberty style theatres.
- www.casinosanremo.it
Emilia Romagna: suggestions and useful addresses
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Salumeria Simoni
- Bologna
- A traditional bottega, in the heart of Bologna, with production workshop and retail.
- +39 051 231880
- www.salumeriasimoni.it
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Prosciutto di Parma
- Parma
- The unmistakable taste of Parma ham and a tradition of excellence.
- www.prosciuttodiparma.com
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Parmigiano Reggiano
- Reggio Emilia
- The history of a cheese made with milk, rennet, fire and art.
- www.parmigiano-reggiano.it
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Toscanini Museum
- Parma
- A museum celebrating the genius of Arturo Toscanini, Italy's greatest virtuoso conductor.
- www.museotoscanini.it
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Lambrusco Modenese
- Modena
- From Modena, a sparkling red wine, generous and genuine like the people who live here.
- www.lambrusco.net
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Galleria Ferrari
- Maranello
- The history of the world's most desired automobile, Made in Italy.
- www.galleria.ferrari.com
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Ceramic Museum
- Faenza
- The world's greatest collection of artistic ceramics.
- www.micfaenza.org
Florence: suggestions and useful addresses
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Palazzo Borghese
- Firenze
- Neoclassical architecture and Egyptian statues for a Florentine palazzo of unquestionable importance.
- www.palazzoborghese.it
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Cappucci Museum
- Firenze
- The fabric-sculptures created by Roberto Capucci for the Venice Biennale.
- www.fondazionerobertocapucci.com
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Accademia Della Crusca
- Firenze
- Leading research center for the study of the history and present evolution of the Italian language.
- www.accademiadellacrusca.it
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Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana
- Firenze
- Designed by Michelangelo, a 16th century library containing precious manuscripts and Egyptian papyri.
- www.bml.firenze.sbn.it
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Galleria degli Uffizi
- Firenze
- Works by Giotto, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and all the other great artists of the Renaissance.
- www.polomuseale.firenze.it
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Caffè Gilli
- Firenze
- A beautifully conserved corner of the Belle époque in Florence's Piazza della Repubblica.
- www.gilli.it
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Teatro Della Pergola
- Firenze
- Established way back in 1656, the tiny Florentine theatre which witnessed the birth of melodrama.
- www.teatrodellapergola.com
Tuscany: suggestions and useful addresses
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I Butteri
- Sassa
- Supervising the Maremmana cattle, a cavalry of skilled horsemen armed with distinctive 'mazzarella'.
- www.butteri-altamaremma.com
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Terme di Montecatini
- Montecatini Terme
- A centuries old spa tradition, in Tuscany's most elegant garden city.
- www.termemontecatini.it
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Palio of Siena
- Siena
- An ancient medieval tradition which still passionately divides and unites the inhabitants of Siena.
- palio.comune.siena.it
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Chianti Classico Gallo Nero
- Greve in Chianti
- Embellished with the image of the Black Rooster, Tuscany's inimitable, incomparable Chianti Classico.
- www.chianticlassico.com
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Brunello di Montalcino
- Montalcino
- From the heights of Montalcino: a powerful wine, a lasting passion.
- www.consorziobrunellodimontalcino.it
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Verbosity
- Siena
- Translation, copy, and webwriting for the hospitality industry.
- www.verbosity.it
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Buddha Spa
- Siena
- An inspirational place where to experience lasting sensations of wellbeing.
- www.borgolabagnaia.com
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Busatti
- Anghiari
- Producing beautiful customised textiles and accessories for the home since 1842.
- www.busatti.com
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Zephyrus
- Chiusi
- Travel through Tuscany behind the wheel of a luxury automobile or sports car.
- www.zephyrus.it
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Air Balloon
- San Ginesio
- Floating over the beautiful landscapes of the Marche, Umbria and Tuscany.
- www.ballon.it
Umbria: suggestions and useful addresses
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Wines of Montefalco
- Montefalco
- From Umbria's indigenous Sagrantino grape, a robust ruby red wine, rich in polyphenols and tannins.
- www.consorziomontefalco.it
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Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi
- Assisi
- UNESCO world heritage site, adorned with the works of Giotto, Cimabue, Simone Martini and Lorenzetti.
- www.sanfrancescoassisi.org
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Air Balloon
- San Ginesio
- Floating over the beautiful landscapes of the Marche, Umbria and Tuscany.
- www.ballon.it
Marche: suggestions and useful addresses
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Air Balloon
- San Ginesio
- Floating over the beautiful landscapes of the Marche, Umbria and Tuscany.
- www.ballon.it
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Teatro delle Muse
- Ancona
- Acoustics researched in Tokyo and Bologna for the Marche's largest theatre.
- www.teatrodellemuse.org
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Rossini Opera Festival
- Pesaro
- The theatre and music of Giacomo Rossini celebrated in the form of international festival.
- www.rossinioperafestival.it
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Museo dei Bronzi Dorati
- Pergola
- Home to the precious 'gilded bronzes from Cartoceto of Pergola'.
- www.bronzidorati.com
Lazio: suggestions and useful addresses
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Parco Regionale dell'Appia Antica
- Roma
- On the ancient road which linked Rome with Brindisi, a park to protect both the works of man and nature.
- www.parcoappiaantica.it
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Museo della Ceramica della Tuscia
- Viterbo
- The works of the city's master vase makers, from the 12th century to the Renaissance.
- www.museodellaceramicadellatuscia.com
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Frascati Wine
- Frascati
- From the countryside of the ancient, pre-Roman city of Tusculum, one of the world's best known wines.
- www.consorziofrascati.it
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Castel Gandolfo
- Castel Gandolfo
- The Pontifical villas where the Holy Father spends his summer holidays.
- www.vaticanstate.va
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Parco dei Castello Romani
- Rocca di Papa
- 12000 hectares home to Roman ruins, castles, but also wolves, peregrines, and spectacled salamanders.
- www.parcocastelliromani.it
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Abbey of Montecassino
- Cassino
- Four times destroyed and rebuilt, the cradle of the Benedictine order and landmark of Italian art.
- www.montecassino.it
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Vucli Archaeological Park
- Vulci
- The ancient villages and burial grounds hidden amidst the unspoilt countryside of Lazio's Maremma.
- www.vulci.it
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Villa d'Este
- Tivoli
- A concerto of fountains, nymphs, and grottoes has placed Villa d'Este on UNESCO's world heritage list
- www.villadestetivoli.info
Abruzzo and Molise: suggestions and useful addresses
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Pontificia Fonderia Marinelli
- Agnone
- Handed down from father to son, for more than eight centuries, the art of the "vasa campana".
- www.campanemarinelli.com
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Majella National Park
- Campo di Giove
- A park vital to Italy's biodiversity heritage, 55% of which located at altitudes over 2000 meters.
- www.parcomajella.it
Capri Island: suggestions and useful addresses
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Quisisport
- Capri
- Sportswear by Quisisana, elegant and comfortable
- +39 081 8370788
- www.quisisport.com
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QuisiBeauty
- Capri
- At the Grand Hotel Quisisana: treatments designed to leave guests looking good and feeling fantastic.
- www.quisibeauty.com
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Capri Eventi
- Capri
- Ensuring the success of meetings, conferences and high profile social events on the island of Capri.
- www.caprieventi.com
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Capri Relax Boats
- Capri
- Modern motorboats and traditional 'gozzi' for transfers and excursions to Capri and the Amalfi Coast.
- www.caprirelaxboats.com
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Limoncello di Capri
- Capri
- The island's favourite drink, the world's favourite Limoncello.
- www.limoncello.com
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Trial Travel
- Napoli
- The Campania region's undisputed leader for tours, transfers and excursions.
- www.trialtravel.it
Bay of Naples: suggestions and useful addresses
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San Carlo Theatre
- Napoli
- The oldest working theatre in Europe, entertaining audiences since 1737.
- www.teatrosancarlo.it
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Royal Palace Caserta
- Caserta
- The magnificent royal residence built for the Bourbon Kings of Naples.
- www.reggiadicaserta.beniculturali.it
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Vesuvius National Park
- San Sebastiano al Vesuvio
- Climb the slopes of the city's most loved and most feared symbol.
- www.vesuviopark.it
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Campania Artecard
- Napoli
- Visiting the famous museums and archaeological sites of the Campania region has never been so easy.
- www.campaniartecard.it
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Ulysse Wellness Experience
- Sorrento
- Swimming, water polo, fitness, spa. All this and more at Sorrento's very first wellness center.
- www.ulyssesorrento.com
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Day Light Napoli
- Napoli
- An exclusive city spa and the wellness philosophy of Marc Mèsseguè.
- www.daylightnapoli.com
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Trial Travel
- Napoli
- The Campania region's undisputed leader for tours, transfers and excursions.
- www.trialtravel.it
Amalfi Coast: suggestions and useful addresses
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Getting to Amalfi Coast
- All you need to know to reach the Amalfi Coast (and start your dream holiday).
- www.positano.com/en/how-to-get-here
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Amalfi Coast Hotels
- Choose your hotel on the Amalfi Coast and follow our tips to ensure you enjoy your vacation!
- www.positano.com
Puglia: suggestions and useful addresses
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Extra virgin olive oil
- Bari
- Protected designation of origin status for Terra di Bari's organic olive oil.
- www.oliodopterradibari.it
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National Park of Gargano
- Monte Sant'Angelo
- One of Italy's largest protected areas, with primeval forests and marine reserve.
- www.parcogargano.it
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La notte della Taranta
- Calimera
- From 7 to 23 august, a music festival celebrating the contagious rhythms of the pizzica salentina.
- www.lanottedellataranta.it
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San Domenico Golf
- Savelletri di Fasano
- A stunning 18 hole course with view of the Adriatic from each and every tee, fairway, and green.
- www.golfpuglia.it
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Fondazione San Domenico
- Savelletri di Fasano
- The conservation and restoration of the ancient settlements situated in the territory of Fasano.
- www.fondazionesandomenico.com
Calabria and Basilicata: suggestions and useful addresses
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Parco Nazionale della Sila
- Catanzaro
- One of the green lungs of Italy, lying between the Tyrrhenian and Ionic seas.
- www.parcosila.it
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Roccella Jazz Festival
- Roccella Ionica
- Experimental theatre and an international line up of jazz musicians.
- www.roccellajazz.net
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National Museum
- Reggio Calabria
- The Museum of the Magna Grecia and the magnificent Riace Warriors.
- www.archeocalabria.beniculturali.it
Sicily: suggestions and useful addresses
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Parco dell'Etna
- Nicolosi
- From the summit of Europe's most volatile volcano, to the destiny defying towns lying at its feet.
- www.parcoetna.ct.it
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The valley of temples
- Agrigento
- The burial grounds, temples and sanctuaries of one of Italy's most fascinating archaeological sites.
- www.parcovalledeitempli.it
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Acireale carnival
- Acireale
- A parade of floats bearing allegorical figures and flowers, Sicily's oldest and best-loved carnival.
- www.carnevaleacireale.com
Sardinia: suggestions and useful addresses
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Mask Museum
- Mamoiada
- In Mamoiada, the traditional masks of the "Mamuthones" and "Issohadores".
- www.museodellemaschere.it
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Parco Nazionale dell'Asinara
- Porto Torres
- A nature reserve providing a protected habitat for endangered species and the famous albino donkeys.
- www.parcoasinara.org
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Nuraghe
- Bonorva
- The mysterious megalithic constructions of Sardinia's Nuraghe civilisation.
- www.archeologiasarda.com
