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Madonna Primavera
June 2024 | Anne Robichaud
Madonna Primavera or Lady Spring reigns in glory over Assisi’s early May festival, Calendimaggio.
On April 30, five damigelle (damsels) from “Upper” Assisi, La Nobilissima Parte di Sopra (“The Most Noble Part of Upper Assisi”), in elegant medieval...
On the Cover: Prato della Valle
June 2024 | La Gazzetta Italiana
In the heart of Padua, Italy, lies a majestic urban square unlike any other: the Prato della Valle. This expansive piazza, renowned for its breathtaking beauty and historical significance, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage...
In Assisi, Cimabue 13th Century Fresco Restored to Splendor
May 2024 | Anne Robichaud
After over a year’s work by skilled young fresco restoration experts in Assisi’s stunning Basilica di San Francesco, the late 13th century Cimabue fresco la Maesta’ has returned to its splendor.
The unveiling in mid-February took place in late...
Letters from Veneto: A Day in Verona
May 2024 | Myra Robinson
Spring is here and the muddy fields after the torrential rain in February and early March are now looking green again. There are tiny shoots on the vines, and the hills are full of the most glorious wildflowers, especially the pale blue speedwell,...
On the Cover: Cascate delle Marmore: A Majestic Waterfall in the Heart of Umbria, Italy
April 2024 | La Gazzetta Italiana
In Umbria, le Cascate delle Marmore sono una delle cascate artificiali più belle del mondo. Le cascate furono create nel 271 d.C., durante l'Impero Romano. I romani dovettero cambiare la direzione dei diversi fiumi per migliorare la qualità...
Near Pisa, Peccioli Merits a Stop
April 2024 | Anne Robichaud
On a recent visit to friends near Pisa, Pino and I decided to veer off the usual autostrada route for our return trip to Assisi. We had a full day ahead of us so we headed south into the Tuscan countryside toward Volterra passing splendid Tuscan...
Discovering Avellino
April 2024 | La Gazzetta Italiana
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Campania region, Avellino stands as a beacon of rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and culinary delights waiting to be savored. While Italy boasts its famous cities like Rome, Florence, and Venice,...
Embracing My Italian Heritage: A Journey of Discovery, Family, and Sacrifice
February 2024 | Jason Lorenzon
L'articolo descrive i ricordi di Jason Lorenzon e dei suoi viaggi a Mossa, nel Friuli-Venezia-Giulia. Ogni volta che Jason andava in italia per trovare la sua famiglia, ascoltava molte storie di suo padre e dei suoi zii durante la seconda guerra...
Kent State's Flight of Discovery: Bridging Cultures in the Heart of Florence
February 2024 | Jason Lorenzon
Kent State University has been educating students in Florence for more than 50 years. From architecture to fashion to hospitality management, Kent State Florence is a comprehensive academic and cultural program. In addition to completing a full...
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