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Traveling in time: Perugia’s Piazza IV Novembre

DESTINATION
Some places seem too amazing to be real. Perugia’s Piazza IV Novembre is one of such sites. When you step on its ancient ground you will hardly believe that you are still in the 21st century. Full immersion into the antique atmosphere of the square made of marble details, white-and-pink color palette, and sophisticated ornaments typical of the Italian Medieval art will leave you breathless.

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Wine tasting in Piedmont

FOOD & WINE
There is no better place for a wine lover than Italy. The majority of us get used to think that Tuscany is the number-one destination for such purpose, while actually it is far not the only region capable to lift your spirits up while bringing down into your stomach some unique and extraordinary wine flavors. A visit of the Northern Piedmont with its picturesque hills and infinite number of vineyards will give you a proof that magic white and red elixirs along with a unique travel experience are all to be found there.

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Best present from Italy: learn how to use your hands in a conversation

USI E COSTUMI
You know that in Italy people cannot speak without using their hands, right? And that sometimes no words are needed if you know how to properly use your fingers. Edited back in 1963 it is still having a great success and you can find it almost in any bookshop of Italy for a reasonable price of 11 euros. Anybody will be touched by this fascinating black-and-white edition, while you will gain the fame of a real expert of the Italian culture.

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Theatre under the Stars: the Nine Moons of Apricale in Liguria

CULTURAL EVENT
This year Teatro Della Tosse events in Apricale will take place from August 5 to August 15. It will be the 21st edition of the "E le stelle stanno a guardare" (And the stars are watching) entitled “Le 9 Lune” (The 9 Moons): the 11 fascinating nights bringing hundreds of guests from all over the world to assist the happening.

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