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News First national capacity-building for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Italy19 February 2024
Story Creating Vibrant Communities for All. Spotlight on Affordability and Sustainability22 June 2023
News Call for Participation: Capacity-building programme for the safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Italy (Deadline: 16 July 2023)22 June 2023
Story Smart Cultural Tourism as a Driver of Sustainable Development in European Regions25 January 2021