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[Hidden Italy] Castello della Manta, a Medieval Castle near Saluzzo, Piedmont

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A visit to the Castello della Manta has been on my wishlist for ages. 

In February 2020, with incredible timing, I have subscribed to FAI, the National Trust for Italy, a non-profit organization whose main goal is to protect Italian places promoting their knowledge, care, and conservation.

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How To Start Studying Italian Again After A Long Break

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The questions I get about studying Italian are always an incredible source of inspiration. 

I am blessed with many students and passionate followers and this means I am frequently asked for general advice about studying Italian or for tips and ideas to make language practice more effective.

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[Italian Books] Divorare il cielo by Paolo Giordano: a tale of love, friendship and sorrow set in Apulia

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Let me first tell you that I didn’t like this book that much. 

As you may know, I am always on the hunt for good novels set in Italy to help you enrich your knowledge of Italian literature and maybe make you dream about Italy a little bit.

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[Hidden Italy] The peaceful beauty of inland Ligurian villages: Apricale and Perinaldo

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As I always say, seaside locations in Liguria are stunning but it’s the inland that that holds the nicest surprises.

Liguria is famous for its picturesque towns by the sea but if you are willing to explore further on the hills, you’ll find some places that perfectly represent the character of Liguria: introverted, shy, not talkative at all.

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