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Welcome to Talana |
| Talana: paradise of Ogliastra. |
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To define Talana as a paradise is in no way
an exaggeration. Situated in the heart of Sardinia and surrounded by
luxuriant vegetation, it is rich in fascinating archaeological sites,
parks with centuries old trees, fountains from which gush the purest and
freshest of water, a lake, breathtaking views and animals which wander
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| Age-old cultural, gastronomic and
handicraft traditions are still perpetuated in Talana. |
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The most important exposition is a
festival dedicated to the local production of ham, which is still
traditionally hand-processed. The festival is held on the first Sunday of
August and attracts thousands of visitors. |
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The festival of Saint Efisio, a
religious and folkloric exposition, is held on the first Sunday of May in
the characteristic, rural church. |
| A research study of genetic
factors has been carried out in Talana by the CNR of Alghero. Studies
focusing on the genetic makeup of the population have enabled researchers
to establish that 75% of the current population of Talana (1,200
inhabitants) derives from eight maternal and eight paternal lines. |
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This high level of homogeneity
permits the identification of genetic variants which are associated with
particular phenotypes and which can be said to have a "founder effect",
i.e. were introduced long ago and transmitted to the descendants in such a
way as to be found today within families that are not apparently related. |
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http://www.giardinoweb.it/Web1/english.htm
English documentary Giardinoweb
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