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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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Stunning Matera; colorful Carnival; foundry art; embroidery; making wine; Nativity scenes
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Renaissance-era craftsmanship; an architectural wonderland; and making Tuscan biscuits.
Molise
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Ancient methods for making bells, cheese and bag pipes; pre-Roman archeological sites.
Campania
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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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