Barga

There is a village in Italy that sits on top of a hill at the base of the Apuan Alps.  It is filled with cobblestones, and winding streets, art galleries, beautiful shops, and wonderful people.

The streets and cafes play host to jazz musicians and poets.  And the duomo at the very top of the village provides spectacular views, its ancient walls, bearing the scars of wars, its bells ringing balefully over the rooftops below.

Barga is magical.  It is known as a gnome sanctuary, and for its chocolate festival.  It’s even known to change lives.  Want to know more?  Its English language e-zine is a good place to start.