La Sindone
Written by admin on 29 April, 2010 – 10:24 pm -
The Holy Shroud, or La Sacra Sindone as it is know here in Italy, is on display in the Duomo of Turin until 23 May. It is the first time it has been shown to the public since 2000.
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A Date for Your Diary
Written by admin on 25 April, 2010 – 10:25 pm -
17 March 2011. Turin. The beginning of 9 months of celebration to mark 150 years since the Unification of Italy.
Only 326 days to go!
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The Cycling Bersaglieri
Written by admin on 23 April, 2010 – 10:24 pm -
The Bersaglieri are best known for their fast jog when on parade but did you know they also have a cycling division? I saw them in action last weekend during the opening of the Museo della bicicletta in Bra (Piedmont). The Pattuglia Bersaglieri Ciclisti are from near Turin and frequently are asked to partake in local ceremonies.
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Pour Taste Observe Smell Taste
Written by admin on 14 April, 2010 – 11:05 pm -
Last weekend I went to the wine fair Vinitaly. Held every year in Verona it’s a 600 km round-trip for me so it’s not something I take lightly. Fortunately my brother-in-law (a sommeilier) organised the day and helped me discover the wines of Sicily, Sardinia, Trentino-Alto Adige and Lombardy.
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