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Archivo di Stato
Town: Venice
Address: Campo dei Frari 3002
Phone: +39 41 522 22 81
e-mail: as-ve@beniculturali.it
Website: http://www.archiviodistatovenezia.it/
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The City Archive of Venice houses an immense collection of artefacts and documents concerning the history of the city since its foundation up to present day. The institution was established in 1815 with the aim to preserve and popularise the rich Venetian cultural heritage. The complex features a study hall and a large library, both of which are open to the public. In addition, the City Archive of Venice hosts a collection of photographic reproductions and carries out numerous conservation projects.


ArcodiDruso
Town: Rome
Address: Via Tunisi 4
Phone: +39 06 3976 1819
e-mail: servizi@arcodidruso.com
Website: http://www.arcodidruso.com/druso/
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ArcodiDruso is a popular school for Italian as a foreign language located in Rome. The school focuses on the development of the communicative abilities such as speaking and writing, as well as grammar and lexis. Newspaper readings together with short introduction to Italian literature, art, theatre and cinema are only a few examples of student activities. ArcodiDruso offers videos, audiocassettes and also slides and audio visual programmes that enhance the lessons' development. The Service Centre of the school is at your disposal to solve all your problems regarding your stay or moving. Upon request, ArcodiDruso provides also rooms in private apartments with a host family as well as in regular hotels.


Biblioteca Ambrosiana
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Biblioteca Ambrosiana, by Umberto Pini
Biblioteca Ambrosiana
Town: Milan
Address: Piazza Pio XI 2
Phone: +39 02 80 69 21
e-mail: info@ambrosiana.it

Biblioteca Ambrosiana is one of the oldest libraries in Milan. It's also home to an art gallery called Pinacoteca Ambrosiana. The name of the library comes from St Ambrose – the patron saint of the city of Milan.
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Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana
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Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, by Catarina
Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana
Town: Venice
Address: Piazzetta San Marco 7
Phone: +39 41 240 72 11
Website: http://marciana.venezia.sbn.it/index.html
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The Marciana Library is the first Venetian public library. It was inaugurated in 1468, following the idea of the renowned poet Petrarch: that there should be a library in which everyone can have access to literature. The project was carried out by Cardinal Basil Bessarion, who donated a large collection of about 750 codes.
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British Council
Town: Rome
Address: Via delle Quattro Fontane 20
Phone: +39 06 47 81 41
e-mail: corsi.roma@britishcouncil.it

The British Council is one of the UK Government’s non-ministerial Departments. Since 1934 it specialises in educational opportunities. The British Council is a public corporation incorporated by royal charter and is registered as a charity in England. Its Chair is Lord Kinnock (former leader of the Labour party in UK) and one of its patrons is Queen Elizabeth II herself. The British Council in Rome offers a variety of high quality courses of English, exams and activities for academic purposes, if you want to improve your career prospects or simply for the pleasure of learning.


British Council
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British Council
Town: Milan
Address: Via Manzoni 38
Phone: +39 02 77 22 21
e-mail: enquiries.milan@britishcouncil.it

The British Council is one of the UK Government’s non-ministerial Departments. Since 1934 it specialises in educational opportunities. The British Council is a public corporation incorporated by royal charter and is registered as a charity in England. Its Chair is Lord Kinnock (former leader of the Labour party in UK) and one of its patrons is Queen Elizabeth II herself. The British Council in Milan offers a variety of high quality courses of English, exams and activities for academic purposes, if you want to improve your career prospects or simply for the pleasure of learning.
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Centro Culturale Candiani
Town: Venice
Address: Piazzale Candiani 7
Phone: +39 41 238 61 11
e-mail: candiani@comune.venezia.it
Website: http://www.centroculturalecandiani.it/
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The Candiani Cultural Centre is the focal point of cultural life in Venice. The modern complex was designed in the 1980s by the architects Cappai and Mainardis, but the construction was finished and the centre was inaugurated just recently. The multi-functional five-storey building comprises a total area of more than 5,000 square metres and hosts numerous permanent events such as the Candiani Summer Fest, Jazz Groove and Mestre Film Fest. Furthermore, the centre possesses a modern cinema and theatre halls, as well as meeting facilities for all type of seminars. Musical performances of diverse genres are also very frequent.


Domus Academy
Town: Milan
Address: Via Watt 27
Phone: +39 02 4241 4001
e-mail: info@domusacademy.it

Domus Academy in Milan is an international endeavour. It aims to enrich, promote and always keep the culture of designing fresh. The Academy is where the art and management meet.
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