« Wonders. The Peninsula of Treasures »
During the month of January, Rai1 will devote four prime-time shows to the Italian sites inscribed on the World Heritage List. Hosted by Alberto Angela, each episode of « Wonders. the peninsula of treasures » will allow us to discover the unique artistic heritage and beauty of 3 among the 53 sites. The first episode, which will be […]
Read more« Wonders. The peninsula of treasures »: Minister Alfano comments on the show’s success
« I am glad that Italy’s public channel RAI has devoted attention to the richness of our cultural heritage which belongs to UNESCO’s World Heritage List, with such a high-quality and high-impact show for our country’s image. The latter fully highlights the qualities to which the whole world recognizes us and which must make us proud of being […]
Read more« Wonders. The Peninsula of Treasures »: Italy’s World Heritage sites on Rai1 with Alberto Angela
On Thursday January 4 and for the three following Wednesdays, Rai1 will devote a prime-time show to Italy’s World Heritage Sites. Alberto Angela, the host of “Wonders. The Peninsula of Treasures”, will lead us to discover the unique art and beauty of the 53 sites. The first two shows will also feature an interview to Ambassador […]
Read moreBest wishes from the Italian Delegation to UNESCO!
We would like wish you all a happy 2018 and to seize the opportunity to thank those people who have made Italy’s accomplishments at UNESCO possible over the last year. 2017 was indeed a positive year for Italy in all of UNESCO’s fields of competence, starting from the protection of cultural heritage, where our country’s […]
Read moreJournalist security: Italy presents its new coordination center to fight intimidations against journalists in the framework of UNESCO’s dedicated roundtable
Italy had the opportunity to present its brand new coordination center during the “National initiatives on the safety of journalists – what works?” roundtable which was organized by UNESCO in the framework of its work to foster freedom of expression and security of journalists. The latter, which has just been established by its Ministry of […]
Read more« Art of Neapolitan Pizzaiuolo » inscribed on the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of UNESCO
“Italy’s engagement for the safeguarding of cultural heritage isn’t limited to cultural, monumental, architectural and natural properties. It also includes the most representative elements of our country’s traditions, which are the fruit of its genius and creativity.”, the Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs Angelino Alfano thus commented the inscription of the Art of Neapolitan Pizzaiuolo, whose tradition is […]
Read moreItaly elected to the Committee for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict and its Bureau
The Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs Angelino Alfano: “An important result for Italy, which was elected to the Committee for the protection of cultural property in the event of armed conflict and to its Bureau ». “This election comes as a result of Italy’s engagement at UNESCO for the safeguarding of cultural heritage”, declared the Italian Minister. […]
Read more“The safeguarding of cultural heritage is the key to peace”, Italy’s Minister of Foreign Affairs declared upon adoption of UNESCO’s Appeal promoted by Italy
“The safeguarding of cultural heritage is the essential element to ensure peace and sustainable development of all peoples”. With these words Italy’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Angelino Alfano, expressed his intense satisfaction after this morning’s adoption of the Appeal entitled ‘Protecting Culture and Promoting Cultural Pluralism: the key to lasting peace’ by UNESCO’s General Conference . The Appeal, which was promoted by Italy, was read aloud by children […]
Read more“The art of Naples’ pizza: history and tradition of a passion”
A heartfelt success for the event dedicated to the traditional savoir-faire of Neapolitan pizzaiuolis, which was organized at UNESCO’s Headquarters by UniVerde Foundation, Coldiretti, Associazione Pizzaiouli Napoletani, under the patronage of the Italian Ministry of Agriculture. Deeply rooted in Italy’s gastronomy, the art of pizza-making dates back to the 17th century. Traditional knowledge is handed down from one generation to the other in order […]
Read moreConclusion of the training course in “Cultural Heritage Safeguarding” by Italy’s “Culture Blue Helmets” in favor of tourism police forces of the United Arab Emirates. Italy’s Minister of Culture Franceschini: confirmation of the international prestige of the Carabinieri from the Department for the Protection of Cultural Heritage.
Here is the press release issued by Italy’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Activities.
Read more