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Curious Sorrento

Season 2 Episode 210 | 49s

Why did the ancient Roman rich and famous choose to vacation here? Who opened the gate for the bad guys in the 1500s? What does the town clock tower symbolize? What's the history of majolica tile art? Why are Sorrento lemons and limoncello so famous?

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Christine van Blokland gets curious about the world’s hidden histories and mysteries.
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