Museo dell'olivo e dell'olio, Torgiano

#2 among attractions in Torgiano

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The Museo dell'olivo e dell'olio is a private museum located in Torgiano specialized in olive oil and olive culture and knowledge. Its premises are in an ancient oil mill, which worked till the 1960s. Its rich collections of fine arts and material culture provides well-documented information on oil production and olive-growing, traditional uses and symbolism on oil and olives. ()

Alternative names: Established: 2000 (24 years ago)Coordinates: 43°1'31"N, 12°26'3"E

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Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 10Torgiano 06089 Italy

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+39 075 988 0200

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Museo dell'olivo e dell'olio – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: San Pietro Church, Church of S. Francesco, Wine Museum, Ponte San Giovanni.

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