Heaven's workshops

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The production and collection of elaborate Nativity scenes is a 200-year-old tradition in Naples, Italy, where city sculptors and artisans create magnificent works in keeping the tradition alive. Lifelike ones fill the city streets, while miniature ones are in almost every home.

Appreciation, Art, Naples, Italy, Artisans, Creches (Nativity scenes), Art, Italian, Italian art, Sculpture, Italian, Italian sculpture

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Race against time

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Part of Venice's charm had always been its sense of accelerated decline, until it seemed that complete deterioration was not too far off. An international effort has made remarkable progress at restoration, saving one of the world's most beautiful cities for future generations.

Remodeling and renovation, Venice, Italy, Urban beautification

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Clan of the salmon: the cold, clear waters of Scotland's rivers carry fish - and the soul of an ancient culture

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Scotland's rivers contain a great deal of salmon that provide the country with a vital industry. Much of the salmon is smoked and exported. A visit to fish along the river Tay and to the old town of Dunkeld is described.

Scotland, Description and travel, Salmon fishing, Smoked fish

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