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Like many of the small towns in the area, a number of the residents of Albiano can trace their relatives to those that emigrated abroad, especially to the Americas, Scotland and Australia. For some, they have come full circle as they have returned to retire here. Albiano's elevated valley location, coupled with the surrounding colour, sights and sounds all contribute to make this spot a tranquil hamlet. HISTORY Albiano can trace its roots back to the C10th when it housed the castle protecting its larger and more well known neighbour, the cathedral town of Barga . Between 1331 and 1859 Albiano owed its allegiance to the Florentine State. The majestic Pania mountain in the Apuane Alps domineers the surrounding chestnut trees, grape vines and olive groves. During the Second World War the area came under the Gothic Line and featured much activity between German forces, the Partisan Resistance and the Allies. CULTURE Though physically beautiful this area is also steeped in culture. A popular trading route in Roman times, the nearby village of Castelvecchio Pascoli is also home to one of Italy's most inspirational 19th Century poets, Giovanni Pascoli. The area is a champion of Slow Food . TODAY The main focus of the town however remains the hotel/minimart/cafe/bar/restaurant, La Terrazza (which specialises in local produce such as cinghiale or wild boar) and the Church, San Michele. Albiano hosts numerous walkers in the summer who take to the hills - the area is also popular with hunters and mushroom pickers. The resort hotel Il Ciocco is nearby, famed for hosting weddings and visiting football teams on summer camp. Other towns in Italy with the same name are Albiano located in the Trento region and Albiano d'Ivrea . Of interest may also be www.scotsitalian.com on the history of Scots-Italians and Barganews . |
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