Italian pleasures

Article Abstract:

A personal account is presented of renting a villa and sampling local life in the Umbrian region of central Italy. The rural villages of Torgiano and Deruta are visited, sources of local produce such as breads, cheeses, olives and wines.

Cover Story, Rural areas, Villages

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Pleasures in the raw

Article Abstract:

The Marquesas Islands, which have been described by novelist Herman Melville and visited by artist Paul Gaugin in the early 20th century, remain a popular tourist spot to this day. An author describes the region's history and culture.

French Polynesia, Marquesas Islands

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Orvieto-fine wine blends with medieval splendor

Article Abstract:

The details of the cathedrals and historic sites present at Orvieto with relation to gothic designs are presented.

Italy, Analysis, Cathedrals, Architecture, Gothic, Gothic architecture

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