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The Resia and Canale Valleys
Both valleys are developing year-round active tourism, incorporating local traditional events into their offerings.
The northernmost areas still inhabited by Slovenes in Italy lie at the foot of the Julian Alps. Today, both Resia and Canale Valleys are developing year-round active tourism, incorporating local traditional events into their offerings.
Po näs: The Resian dialect
Val Resia/Dolina Rezije has captured the interest of linguists since the 19th century. Visitors can explore the unique features of this charming valley at the Rozajanski dom in Prato/Ravanca, home to both the local association and the Val Resia folk group. At the Museum of the People of the Resia Valley in Stolvizza/Solbica, you can learn about the valley’s traditional way of life and its oral traditions, including fairy tales. Nearby, there’s also a museum dedicated to the craft of knife sharpening.
Val Canale
Winter sports and hiking are now among the top reasons to visit Val Canale/Kanalska dolina, but the valley offers much more. In summer, visitors can join local village festivals known as žegni, while in winter, the area hosts numerous Advent-related events. In Ugovizza/Ukve, the Slovene Cultural Centre Planika organises cultural events and language courses. Year-round, visitors can explore Mount Lussari/Višarje and its pilgrimage trail, which connects three countries. Adding to the charm of the place are the frescoes by Tone Kralj, an iconic 20th-century painter.
Da vicino
Le tracce degli sloveni nel Palazzo Veneziano di Malborghetto
