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  • Who Was Saint Valentine?

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    Saint Valentine, a Christian bishop from Umbria, was martyred in Rome in the 3rd century AD. Learn more about his life, death, and legend.

    Basilica di San Valentino (facade)
  • More Than A Mocha: Turin’s Sweet, Rich Bicerin

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    The bicerin is an important part of the coffee culture in Torino (Turin). Learn more about the bicerin.

    Al Bicerin, Torino
  • Palermo, Sicily: 2018 Italian Capital of Culture

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    Congratulations to the city of Palermo, which has been awarded the distinction of Italian Capital of Culture for 2018. The Italian Culture Ministry (Ministero di Beni Culturali) awards the prize each year in an effort to promote tourism. Along with the distinction, the winning city receives 1 million euro which is to be used to…

  • For the First Time in More Than 20 Years, the Facade of St. Mark’s Basilica is Scaffold-Free

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    With so many ancient structures in need of constant upkeep, Italy is no stranger to scaffolding. Venice’s St. Mark’s Basilica, in particular, is known for constantly being under repair.