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Passion Italy
Sardinia
Season 2
Episode 206
Alessandra explores the stunning landscapes, architectural marvels, and artistic wonders of the Island of Sardinia. Destinations include Cagliari’s historic cathedral, a “sound garden,” temples, 12th-century catacombs, natural caves, and mining galleries. Artisans include a sea silk embroiderer, an innovative goldsmith, and a lawyer who dreams of making swimwear.
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Renaissance-era craftsmanship; an architectural wonderland; and making Tuscan biscuits.
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Ancient methods for making bells, cheese and bag pipes; pre-Roman archeological sites.
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Artisans make cameos, embroidery, and more; archeological underwater park.
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Transforming wood into art; castle tours; cooking sheep dishes; tasting local gin.
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Street art district; the Pyramid; Palazzo Colonna; medieval Viterbo; and ghost village.
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Maiolic ceramics; Good Friday procession; fishing; artisans use copper, stone, and more.
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Behind-the-scenes at the masquerade; making ceramic pipes; Murano glass; historical dances
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In Umbria, renaissance craftsmanship, a festival tradition, and architectural wonderland.
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Skilled artisans carry on family tradition making bread, cheese, glass lamps, and more.
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The art of puppetry; palace tours; making Marsala wine; a historic parade; and more.