Ten Things to See in Sardinia

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The beauty and diversity of Italy never ceases to amaze me. One of the must see places on my Italy travel list is the island of Sardinia. It’s a pleasure to welcome Luke to share with My Bella Vita readers more about the charms of Sardinia along with 10 things to see and do on the island. Welcome, Luke!

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How a Calabrian Leap of Faith Changed the World

calabrian history How a Calabrian Leap of Faith Changed the World

If it wasn’t for this brilliant Calabrian you and I wouldn’t even know what day it was, but unfortunately, his great contribution bears someone’s name. As Michele Connors explains, Luigi Lilio, one of the greatest minds in Calabrian history, changed the way we see the world.

Welcome, Michele.

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Undiscovered Southern Italy: Vallo di Diano

Posted on: Jun 22, 2011

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It’s no secret I’m a fan of off-the-beaten-track Italy. I love discovering new, under-appreciated locations and I love even more to be able to share them with you.

Vallo di Diano is in the province of Salerno in southern Campania and is part of Italy’s second largest national park. It borders Basilicata and encompasses 17 municipalities.

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