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Why Italy chose opera over espresso

May 28, 2022August 27, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s latest UNESCO intangible cultural heritage submission is opera. But why did they choose it over espresso?

Espresso could become a UNESCO intangible heritage item

Italy wants UNESCO heritage status for espresso coffee

January 22, 2022January 22, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Created in Turin in the 19th century, espresso coffee is an integral part of the national identity. Italy intends to apply for intangible heritage status for the drink.

UNESCO may put Venice on endangered list

June 29, 2021March 22, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

UNESCO says the historic centre is in danger if cruise ships do not dock at another port. The Italian government announced earlier this year it would ban these ships from the historic centre. The plan was for the ships to divert to the industrial port of Marghera.