Italian Language & Culture Courses

 

July 14 – July 28, 2024

 

From July 14 to July 28, 2024 Narnia Arts Academy will offer Italian Language and Culture Courses in the beautiful city of Narni – Italy.

The goal of the courses is to offer the possibility to beginners (A1/A2 of the common European framework), intermediate students (B1/B2 of the common European framework) and advanced students (C1/C2 of the common European framework) to study the Italian language or deepen their knowledge of it within a context that makes use of the Umbrian region and its natural, historical and artistic wealth.

Each class will require a minimum of 12 students up to a maximum of 20.

All students will be awarded a certificate of attendance and merit.

Program

Italian Language and Culture Course – Beginners (40 hours)

Italian Language and Culture Course – Beginners (40 hours)
The course includes 20 hours of Italian language classes, 20 hours of conversation with native tutors, and tourist-cultural itineraries that will connect the students to the vast culture and history of Italy, and particularly of the Umbrian region.
Tours will include the city of Rome, the Umbrian towns of Narni, Perugia, Assisi, Lake Piediluco, Marmore waterfalls, and the ancient town of Carsulae.
The students will be asked to indicate on the registration form their language proficiency level (A1/A2 of the common European framework).

Italian Language and Culture Course – Intermediate or Advanced (90 hours)

The course includes 20 hours of Italian language classes, 20 hours of conversation with native tutors, and tourist-cultural itineraries that will connect the students to the vast culture and history of Italy, and particularly of the Umbrian region.
Tours will include the city of Rome, the Umbrian towns of Narni, Perugia, Assisi, Lake Piediluco, Marmore waterfalls, and the ancient town of Carsulae. Particular attention will be given to deepening the knowledge of Italian history, literature, art, archaeology, and visual arts.
The students will be asked to indicate on the registration form the language proficiency level (B1/B2, C1/C2 of the common European framework).

Facilities

The Italian language and culture program takes place in historical buildings in Narni Centro.

Narni

How to reach Narni by plane

The nearest airport is Rome Fiumicino (FCO).

How to reach Narni by train

The nearest train station is Narni – Amelia and is connected with Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina train station by hourly trains.
Check the train schedule on www.trenitalia.com.
There is a bus running from the Narni – Amelia train station to the main square in Narni very close to all lodging facilities.

How to reach Narni by car

Northbound

  • Take Highway A1 toward Florence
  • Take the exit toward SS3
  • Keep left at the fork, follow signs for Otricoli/Calvi dell’Umbria/Terni
  • Turn left onto SS3
  • Turn right onto Via Flaminia Romana/SS3
  • Continue to follow SS3
  • Turn right onto Strada Narni-Sant’Urbano/SP20
  • Turn right onto Strada Narni-Sant’Urbano.

Southbound

  • Take Highway A1 toward Rome
  • Take exit Orte toward Via Terni/E45/SS204
  • Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Perugia/Terni/Narni/Flaminia/Fano/E45/Cesena/Amelia and merge onto Via Terni/E45/SS204
  • Take the ramp onto SS675
  • Take exit Narni to merge onto SS204
  • Continue onto Via Tiberina/SS3ter
  • Slight right onto Strada dei Tre Ponti/SP1
  • Turn right onto Via Flaminia Ternana/SS3
  • Turn right to stay on Via Flaminia Ternana/SS3
  • Sharp left onto Strada Narni- Sant’Urbano/SP20
  • Turn right onto Strada Narni-Sant’Urbano.

Average temperatures in July

72F – 78F (22C – 25C)

Historical information

Narni – Geographic center of Italy, situated in the province of Terni, in the region of Umbria.

It’s a typical Umbrian town, built on a hill 790 feet above sea level with 20.570 inhabitants and strong medieval traces. The town has outstanding views over the river Nera valley and the wide plane of Terni. Narni offers artistic, archaeological and religious itineraries, plus an abundance of natural history for the tourist. The town’s theater dates back to 1800.

It is surrounded by cultural gems, including the renowned cities of Perugia, Assisi, Todi, Spoleto.

Narni is situated 62 miles from Rome and 46 miles from Perugia.

Although Neolithic people lived in this region, the first historical document mentioning the town is dated 600 B.C.
Narni was a Roman colony under the name of Narnia, a name that comes from the Nar River, which today is called the Nera.

  • In 233 B.C., with the construction of the via Flaminia from Rome to Rimini on the Adriatic coast, Narni became of major importance and it was heavily fortified because the road passed through the town.
  • In 90 B.C., Narnia became a municipally (semi-independent) town within the Roman Empire.
    The first Christian Bishop of Narni, Giovenale from Cartage, was chosen in 368 A.D. and later was consecrated as Patron Saint of the town.
    Narni’s strategic position, standing as it does above the deep gorge of the river Nera, has made it a target of many invading and barbarian forces.
  • In the 11th century, it established its power as a free “Comune” (autonomous town).
  • Between the 12th and the 14th century, it reached its greatest splendor.
  • In 1371, the Pope Reformed the Statutes of the city and Narni became part of the Papal State.
    Narni developed a school of painting and goldsmithing. Many artists of the renaissance period produced work for clients and patrons in Narni: Rosellino, Ghirlandaio, Gozzoli, Vecchietta, Antoniazzo, Romano, and Spagna.
  • On the 17th of July 1527, the Lanzichenecchi (northern mercenaries) stopped on their way back from the sacking of Rome and destroyed Narni.
  • Slowly the walls, buildings, and churches were rebuilt and by the end of the century, Narni had been re-established.
    After the rebuilding, many important artists returned to Narni, including Vignola and Zuccari. Also Sangallo and Scalza, who took part in the reconstruction of the town.
  • In 1664 the town library was founded. Many famous people were born in Narni, including the emperor M.C. Nerva, Gattamelata, the Beata Lucia, Bernardo Eroli, Galeotto Marzio and S. Cassio.

Excursions

The Italian Language and Culture Courses include several tours with private guides.

Narni and surroundings

Historic downtown:

    • Undergrounds of San Domenico (XII century) and Auditorium,
    • Undergrounds and Church of Santa Maria Impensole (built in 1175), Eroli Museum.

City Tour:

    • Churches: Cathedral (XIII century), Santa Margherita (XVII century),
      Santa Restituta (IV-V century), Sant’Agostino (XIV century),
  • Theater (built in 1856)
  • Palazzo dei Priori (built in 1275)
  • Main Squares
  • Albornoz Fortress (built in 1370)
  • Ponte d’Augusto (27 B.C.)

 

    • Rome (full day by private bus)*
    • Perugia and Assisi (full day by private bus)*
    • Carsulae (half day by private bus)*
    • Marmore Waterfalls and Piediluco Lake (full day by private bus)

*Upon request, each full-day excursion may include lunch and dinner box

 

Entertainment

During the two-week program, Narnia Arts Academy will organize dinners with local products, wine tastings, entertainment, and open-air concerts in beautiful places.

Fees and Application

The tuition fee for each course is €1.400.00.
Each class will require a minimum of 12 students up to a maximum of 20.

All students will be awarded a certificate of attendance and merit.

To enroll in the courses it is necessary to:

  • download and fill out the application form – click here to download the Application Form
  • submit the application form to narniaartsacademy@gmail.com before April 5, 2024
  • wait for confirmation of activation of the chosen course
  • pay the non-refundable application fee of euros 200 and send a copy of the payment receipt via email (narniaartsacademy@gmail.com) before April 15, 2024
  • pay the tuition fee (euros 1.200) and send a copy of the payment receipt via email (narniaartsacademy@gmail.com) before May 31, 2024
  • attach the parent’s authorization if the student is a minor – click here to download the Parent’s Authorization Form

Payments must be submitted via bank transfer to the following account:

  • Beneficiary: NARNIA ARTS ACADEMY
  • Account Number: 2000 405
  • Iban: IT32 B062 2014 4060 0000 2000 405
  • Swift (BIC): BPBAITR1
  • Bank: CASSA DI RISPARMIO DI ORVIETO
  • Branch Address: Via Turati 25, 05100 Terni, Italy
  • Bank Head Office: Piazza della Repubblica 21, 05018 Orvieto, Italy
  • Applicants are responsible for all bank transfer fees.

Please specify the student’s name and Italian Language and Culture Courses in the bank transfer.

Bank transfer fees are charged to the applicant.

 

Tuition fee includes:

  • 40 hours of classes Credits (transferable)
  • All excursions with private buses listed in this presentation
  • All transfers by private bus (Rome and Perugia included)
  • Transfer from and to Rome airport by private bus (July 14 and July 29)

Airfare not included.

 

IN ADDITION:

  • All students enrolled in the Italian Language and Culture Courses can participate as auditors to all the lessons held during the International Summer Training Program* organized by the Narnia Arts Academy from July 14 to July 28, 2024 at no extra cost.
  • All students enrolled in the Italian Language and Culture Courses can participate in all exhibitions, shows, and concerts organized by the Narnia Arts Academy during the Narnia Festival* at no extra cost (July 16 – July 28, 2024)
  • All students enrolled in the Italian Language and Culture Courses can participate in the Narnia Culture&Leisure Programs* organized by the Narnia Arts Academy from July 14 to July 28, 2024 receiving a 50% discount on all activities (except the cooking classes and wine tastings). No admission fee is required. Packages available. Please inquire.

* For information on the Narnia Festival and International Summer Training Program and on Narnia Culture&Leisure Programs please visit www.narniafestival.com

For more information on the Italian Language and Culture Courses, please contact Cristiana Pegoraro at narniaartsacademy@gmail.com.

Room and board

Narnia Arts Academy arranged special conventions with local restaurants and hotels.

Meals Conventions

Students can take advantage of a special agreement on meal pricing arranged by Narnia Arts Academy with the restaurants

  • La Taverna dell’Aquila Nera
  • Ristorante Il Fondaco
  • Ristorante Mamarama
  • Pub Arcomincio

Lunch/dinner coupons available at a special price of €8, €11 and €16 each can be purchased exclusively at the Narnia Arts Academy office (cash only).

  • Pre Fix Menu (€8 exclusively at La Taverna dell’Aquila Nera and Pub Arcomincio) includes:
    • First course
    • Second course with vegetable
    • Bread
    • Water
  • One Course Meal (€11 exclusively at Fondaco, Mamarama and Pub Arcomincio) includes:
    • Choice of first course or second course with vegetables
    • Coffee
    • Water
  • Two Course Meal (€16 exclusively at Fondaco and Mamarama) includes:
    • Choice of two first courses
    • Choice of two second courses with vegetables
    • Choice of fruit, dessert or coffee
    • Water

Those who do not want to take advantage of this special meal package, can handle the food on their own.

For participants in the Campus, special discounted prices on “a la carte” menu at I Guardiani di Narni, Ristorante Il Pincio, Gattamelata and Terra e Arte.

20% discount on drinks at Bar dei Priori.

Lodging Conventions

NARNIA ARTS ACADEMY has a special and exclusive agreement with the following lodging facilities.

  • Le Stanze del Giglio – Appartamenti
  • Hotel La Loggia dei Priori
  • Ostello Sant’Anna
  • Residence per studenti “Palazzo Barilatti”
  • Torre Palombara – Dimora storica
  • Hotel Terra Umbra

Le stanze del Giglio Apartments, Hotel La Loggia dei Priori, the Student House Palazzo Barilatti and the Sant’Anna Hostel are very close to the campus venues. Torre Palombara – Luxury Country Relais is located 7 Km (4.3 miles) from the main square in Narni, Hotel Terra Umbra is located 9 Km (5.5 miles) from the main square in Narni.

Upon request, accommodation can be arranged in apartments for rent and B&B outside the historical center of Narni (some B&B have a swimming pool), ideal for families with cars. Please specify this request on the application form.

Those who do not want to take advantage of our special offers, can handle meals and hotel accommodation independently.

In order to book your lodging facility it is necessary to check the related boxes on the
application form. No need to call the hotel. Narnia Arts Academy will pass the bookings to the lodging facilities.

The rooms (and any requests for sharing) will be assigned taking into account the dates of your reservation.

Students are recommended to book as soon as possible to ensure getting accommodations near the location of the courses.

Accommodations must be paid before departure at the Narnia Arts Academy Offices, located in the theater. Credit Cards are not accepted.

OSTELLO DOMUS NARNIA

Via Gattamelata 74 – Narni

  • Spacious and comfortable rooms with four/six/eight beds with private bathroom, inside or outside the room: €29 per person

The price is per night and includes breakfast.
Also included, free of charge: use of the large common room, the library, a large garden, parking area, television, a large panoramic terrace, bed linens and daily cleaning service.
Towels are not included in the price and guests must bring their own.

PALAZZO BARILATTI

Piazza Galeotto Marzio – Narni

Right in the medieval center of Narni (just steps away from the area where the courses will be held) is Palazzo Barilatti, a completely renovated period building. All the apartments have private bathrooms, kitchenette, LCD TV, air conditioning and free 24 hour Internet. The large, bright rooms are airy and comfortable, thanks to furnishings which are both functional and cozy. Cleaning service is twice weekly, with a change of bed linens. Breakfast not included.

  • room/apartment price per apartment/per person
  • room with two twin beds ‘basic’, no kitchen €70.00 per night (€35.00 per person)
  • double room ‘deluxe’, no kitchen €78.00 per night (€39.00 per person)
  • Apartment ‘deluxe’ for four people (one double room and two twin beds in the loft), kitchen €144 per night (€36.00 per person)
  • Apartment ‘deluxe’ for three people (one room with two twin beds or queen and a single room), kitchen €138 a notte (€46.00 per person)

LE STANZE DEL GIGLIO – APPARTAMENTI***

Via del Campanile, 4 – Narni

Situati nel centro storico di Narni, gli appartamenti “ Le Stanze del Giglio “ nascono da un’elegante ristrutturazione di un palazzo storico del secolo XVI. L’ingresso, dalla caratteristica via del Campanile, dà accesso agli affascinanti ambienti ricavati nei cortiletti interni d’impianto tardo medioevale.

L’immobile è accessibile anche ai disabili, poiché dotato di tutti gli ausili per il superamento delle barriere architettoniche. Un’opportunità di rilievo riguarda la possibilità di poter utilizzare le zone comuni a tutto il complesso dell’albergo: terrazzo, sala lettura con camino, salone dedicato ai pranzi e alle serate conviviali e alla degustazione dei prodotti tipici umbri, nella migliore tradizione dell’agriturismo umbro.

Gli appartamenti (composti di soggiorno – angolo cottura – camera – bagno) sono dotati di minifrigo, riscaldamento, aria condizionata autonoma, televisore e internet wireless gratuito. Colazione NON inclusa. Servizio di pulizia totale settimanale. Ritiro giornaliero della spazzatura da differenziare. Biancheria da bagno con cambio ogni 3 giorni. Pulizia del bagno e veloce riassetto ogni 3 giorni. Biancheria da letto con cambio settimanale.

    • CAMERA 3
      Dotazione: 1 letto matrimoniale, possibilità di aggiungere 1 letto singolo in soggiorno
      Uso singola: €70
      Uso doppia: €45 a persona
    • CAMERA 4
      Dotazione: 1 matrimoniale soppalco + 1 matrimoniale soggiorno
      Uso singola: €80 a persona
      Uso doppia: €45 a persona
      Uso tripla: €40 a persona
      Uso quadrupla: €35 a persona
    • CAMERA 6
      Dotazione: 2 letti singoli
      Uso singola: €70 a persona
      Uso doppia: €40 a persona
    • CAMERA 8
      Dotazione: 1 letto alla francese
      Uso singola: €70 a persona
      Uso doppia: €45 a persona
      Uso tripla: €40 a persona
      Uso quadrupla: €35 a persona
    • CAMERA 9
      Dotazione: 1 matrimoniale + letto singolo soggiorno
      Uso singola: €80 a persona
      Uso doppia: €45 a persona
      Uso tripla: €40 a persona
      Uso quadrupla: €35 a persona

HOTEL LA LOGGIA DEI PRIORI***

Vicolo del Comune, 4 – Narni

3 Star Hotel, situated in the main square of Narni’s old town centre, made out of a 15th century building renovated by means of an excellent blending of old and modern decoration. The Hotel has 17 rooms and 2 suites, all equipped with facilities such as color TV, FM radio, bar fridge and with every comfort offered by the 3 star category. Free Internet point. Buffet breakfast included.

  • room typeprice per person
  • Single €61
  • Double €44
  • Triple €38
  • Quadruple €31

TORRE PALOMBARA Dimora storica XV-XVI sec.

Strada della Cantinetta, 3 05035 Narni (Tr)
Tel +39 0744744617 – Fax +39 0744090173
info@torrepalombara.com – www.torrepalombara.com

Torre Palombara is an exclusive and elegant Resort, overlooking the rolling green Umbrian countryside and the medieval town of Narni. Built around an original “DoveTower” dating back to the 15th Century, the historic residence has been converted into a beautiful and romantic family owned boutique hotel, after a loving and caring restoration, which has brought back to light its original elements and characteristic features.
Here you can enjoy the comfort and warmth of seven uniquely appointed suites, enriched by antique, precious furniture and refined details, surrounded by beautiful landscapes of vineyards and sunflowers fields.
Sitting by our beautiful landscaped swimming pool with its breathtaking view, you will be able to recover peace and serenity in an elegant and relaxing atmosphere of complete privacy and discretion.
Umbria is also a land of exquisite flavors, genuine food and unique dishes, which can be relished in our generous and rich breakfast as well as in exclusive evenings with typical Umbrian cousine that can be organised on request. At Torre Palombara you can find the true meaning of hospitality!

  • Room
  • 2 Romantic Rooms (single or double occupancy)
  • 4 Superior Rooms (double occupancy, possibility of adding one single bed)
  • 1 Suite (accommodates two to four people on two floors, two bathrooms)

For a quotation on special packages exclusively for Narnia Arts Academy, please contact the hotel directly mentioning “Narnia Festival”.
Distance from Narni main square: 7 km (4.3 miles).

HOTEL TERRA UMBRA ****

S.P. Maratta Bassa, 61 – Narni

Situated on the outskirts of the mediaeval Umbrian town of Narni and set amongst 15 acres of parkland and surrounded by wooded hills, close to the imposing Rocca Albornoz Castle, this historical complex enjoys spectacular views over the surrounding countryside.
The entrance opens on a facade decorated with Moorish-style ornaments, where the lobby with the reception desk and the bar welcome the guests. A massive wooden staircase leads to the first floor housing the hotel rooms. Each one of the rooms differs from the others in its colors, antique furnishings and fine upholsteries. Air-conditioning, plasma screens TV, mini-bar and safe are available in all rooms. Breakfast is included and is served in the “Preziosa” room that opens to the enchanting Cloister with its ancient dwell and the flower-filled alley leading to the terraces and gardens. The garden with its alleys as well as the whole park are at the complete disposal of those who like walking in the nature in absolute peace and quiet.

    • room typeprice per person
    • Single €82
    • Single with full size bed €88
    • Double standard €53
    • Double economy €49
    • Triple €43
    • Triple Suite €50
    • Quadruple €37
    • Quadruple Suite €42

    Tourist tax €2.50 per night
    Distance from Narni main square: 9 km.

Regulation

  • The Italian language and culture courses are open to all students with no age limit.
  • For underage students, parents will need to sign the parent’s authorization exempting the organization from any liability with respect to the child.
  • All courses will be activated with a minimum number of 12 students up to a maximum of 20 students.
  • The management reserves the right to cancel one or more courses. In this case the students will be warned immediately and will be refunded the registration and participation fees.
  • If a course is cancelled due to a teacher’s serious problem, participants will be refunded the registration and participation fee, less bank transfer expenses.
  • Those having enrolled who are unable to attend the course will be entitled to a refund of only the participation fee as long as they give notice at least 30 days before beginning of the course. The management, however, will retain 15% for processing fees.
  • Management does not assume any risk or damage arising from the activities of the participants in the courses.
  • At the end of the Italian language and culture courses, all participants will receive a certificate of attendance and merit.
  • The organization is not responsible for any damage to persons and property which may occur during the period of the Campus.
  • Application to the Italian language and culture courses require the unconditional acceptance of this regulation and the release to Narnia Arts Academy/Narnia Festival for use of photos and filming of lessons and any other event related to the activity of the courses, without any rights resulting from this use by the course participants.

For more information, please contact Cristiana Pegoraro, Artistic Director,
at narniaartsacademy@gmail.com.

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