Sassello is a small commune and town located in the region of Liguria in Italy in the province of Savona. The town is located close to the cities of Savona and Genoa and is on the north side of the Apennines of Liguria. The town had been a popular site due […]
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The most important Italian newspapers Part I
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Arezzo History and Sights
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Carpe Diem
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