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passion italy

Full of wild beauty and captivating traditions in its 23 hamlets, this is an undiscovered gem for many tourists. In Castelli, Alessandra meets a father and son maintaining the Maiolic ceramic tradition that dates back to the 16th century then arrives in Chieti in time for preparations for the stunning Good Friday procession featuring more than 100 musicians and a choir of 160 alongside hundreds of mournful townspeople. On the Adriatic coast, Alessandra introduces viewers to the son of seafarers who has rebuilt one of the distinctive wood structures called trabocchi used for fishing since the 15th century for modern times. Viewers also discover the lifestyle of artisans crafting in copper, wrought iron and stone, carrying on familial traditions inspired by nature and moved not by profit but by the passion for their craft.

Duration: 26 minutes and 27 seconds

Episode Number: 105

About Passion Italy:

From artisans and chefs to luthiers and puppeteers, many Italians are preserving the artistic traditions that give Italy its old-world character.

PASSION ITALY is a half-hour travelogue series that presents Italy through the passions of its people.

Host Alessandra Poli lays out authentic, inexpensive Italian adventures for travelers who want to experience the spirit of the true Italian artist - those who live to create, and put quality and pride before profit and fame.


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Wed, Apr 1 10:00 A.M. Lazio     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 1 5:00 P.M. Lazio     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 1 11:00 P.M. Lazio     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 8 10:00 A.M. Alto Adige     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 8 5:00 P.M. Alto Adige     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 8 11:00 P.M. Alto Adige     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 15 10:00 A.M. Campania     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 15 5:00 P.M. Campania     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 15 11:00 P.M. Campania     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 22 10:00 A.M. Molise     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 22 5:00 P.M. Molise     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 22 11:00 P.M. Molise     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Apr 29 10:00 A.M. Tuscany     NH Create (11.4)
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