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Apr. 25, 2022
Olive Oil Production Continues at Historic Home of Emperor Hadrian
The annual production of centuries and millennia-old olive trees promotes Villa Adriana’s historical and cultural importance to Italy’s capital region.
Apr. 29, 2021
Spain’s 'Sea of Olives' Among the Candidates for UNESCO Recognition
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization will vote on whether to recognize the 1.5-million-hectare olive tree forest that stretches across Andalusia.
Feb. 11, 2021
Catalan Producers Emphasize History and Sustainability in Tourism Initiative
The award-winning producers Mil & Un Verd are on a mission: preserve the historical structures and millennial olive trees of their estate while sustainably producing extra virgin olive oil from native varieties.
Apr. 30, 2019
UNESCO Board Endorses 'World Olive Tree Day'
Following a proposal by Lebanon and Tunisia, UNESCO's executive board has recommended support for "all efforts leading to the proclamation of the World Olive Tree Day."
Jan. 8, 2018
Historic Hadrian Olive Oil Returns
In keeping with Hadrian’s love for knowledge and the intellect, the olive oil will be sold in his Villa’s bookshop.
Dec. 8, 2017
Neapolitan 'Pizza Twirling' Makes UNESCO List
Two million people signed a petition supporting the official recognition of 'pizzaiuolo' pizza twirling.
Aug. 26, 2016 World
Feb. 25, 2015 World
Proposal to Include Apulia's 'Plain of Olive Trees' on Unesco List
Nov. 20, 2010 World
Sep. 2, 2010 Featured
Aug. 23, 2010 World
UNESCO 'Cultural Heritage List' to Include Mediterranean Diet