TRAVEL IN
THE TIME OF EARTHQUAKES
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On August 24th, the world looked on in horror as images came in from central Italy in the aftermath of a dreadful earthquake. It was the second major seismic shock to hit the region in the last decade, and repair and recovery efforts have been hindered by ongoing aftershocks. The damage to the region has been immense.
Tourist authorities in the region also fear longer-term consequences, as nervous tourists stay away. Whilst an understandable sentiment, as long as you follow the guidance of the UK Foreign Office, there is no reason to avoid this remarkable area. So why not do the opposite? Consider making a point of spending your tourist euros in the areas where they are needed the most! That way you will both be aiding the quake-hit regions and simultaneously enjoying some of the finest art, architecture, nature and gastronomy that Italy has to offer.
In case you’re not familiar with Le Marche, Umbria and Abruzzo, here are six places you should include in your travel plans for 2017.
A building collapsed in L'Aquila in central Italy. (EPA/Claudio Lattanzo)
By Sahar Zivan
Sahar is a 4th year italian student. He writes about travel and culture at www.wanderingjewblog.WordPress.com