Italy reveals itself in a new dimension, through sound. The Places of Belsentire (I Luoghi del Belsentire) are a new way of discovering Italy.
A new sensory way to discover Italy
Belsentire is Italian for beautiful listening or mindful listening, and these places invite travelers, locals, and cultural enthusiasts to experience Italy not just visually, but also audibly. Launched in 2023 by FKL, Artéco APS, Vigevano Web, and CREA, this pioneering project transforms listening into a cultural and sensory journey that presents Italy’s soundscapes as a shared heritage. So far the Luoghi del Belsentire project has officially recognized over 30 locations and each new addition is celebrated with events that highlight the auditory experiences unique to each of these places.
Sa Stiddiosa Sardinia
Five new Belsentire places have just joined the network
Five new locations have just been added to the Belsentire network: from the mystical Grotte di San Michele in Santarcangelo di Romagna and the Cortile della Scuola Carducci in Cesena both in the Emilia Romagna region, to the cascading waters of Sa Stiddiosa in Sardinia, the MicroMuseum of Contemporary Art in Sipicciano in Lazio, and the La Valle Luminosa valley in Calabria’s Sila Park. “Soundscapes are an intangible treasure belonging to everyone,- explains Francesco Michi, project co-founder. -Listening attentively preserves the memory of places and communities. The Places of Belsentire provide tools for deeper engagement, creating experiences and fostering new forms of cultural participation.”
Torre di Sipicciano, Graffignano (VT) – Micro Museum of Contemporary Art of Tuscia – Photo © Bruno Bettati
Digital signage and interactive content
The initiative aims to create a national map of acoustic landmarks with plaques and QR codes that allow visitors to access continuously updated digital archives with interactive content, audio paths, and detailed information. From wild natural landscapes to urban courtyards and intimate museums The Places of Belsentire celebrate the diversity of Italy’s acoustic identity. By listening attentively visitors contribute to preserving and valorizing these soundscapes, and they get to experience Italy in a profoundly intimate and immersive way.
For information: www.luoghidelbelsentire.it
