Not a simple shelter: 1000 ways to be different

September 08th 2011 by Giulia

Piedmont | Verbano Cusio Ossola | Gignese | Hungry Culture

Unusual Museum: Museum of the Umbrella and the Parasol

Strange museums - Museum of the Umbrella and the Parasol, ItalyCredits: IlLagoMaggiore.com

Unique in the world, the Museum of the Umbrella and the Parasol boasts over 1.000 different pieces. It is located in Piedmont, in the small village of Gignese and is worth visit it if you are in area!
The Museum of the Umbrella and the Parasol displays unique and precious pieces, tells history and legends about umbrellas, work techniques and the evolution of fashion…

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Top 5 Italian Desserts: Traditional Sweets!

Thursday, 09 September 2010 03:40 by Giulia

What are the most popular Italian desserts?A tasty trip through Italian culinary traditions to discover 5 delicious traditional sweets produced in the peninsulaAs you maybe know (and as I read full article >>

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Thursday, 12 May 2011 02:18 by Silvia

Why is it called Pizza Margherita? The story tells us that Raffaele Esposito, the best pizza maker (pizzaiolo in italian language) of XIX century, has prepared in honor of Queen Margherita a read full article >>

Carnival in Italy

Friday, 28 January 2011 10:00 by Giulia

Carnival traditions in Italy – How is Carnival celebrated in Italy?Credits: WikimediaSemel in anno licet insanire (once a year is allowed to get crazy)Carnival is an ancient tradition read full article >>