The Last Speakers of this Ancient Alpine Language | Our Values - RURALITY

How can a language survive for centuries in the heart of the Italian Alps? In this episode, we explore the ancient Cimbrian language, a linguistic treasure that has endured for generations in the alpine villages of Trentino.

🌍In this episode of the series "OUR VALUES", we travel to Luserna, the last stronghold of the Cimbrian language, and uncover the efforts of locals to preserve this unique heritage that has roots in medieval times. From the stunning alpine landscape to the passionate community, we see how language ties deeply to identity and culture.

💡 Main Topics:
The history of Cimbrian, an ancient Germanic language
Luserna: The last bastion of Cimbrian
Community-driven efforts to preserve a rare language

Discover how a language can bridge the past and future, shaping the community in the Italian Alps!

🌟For more on the Cimbrian language and its fascinating history, check out our in-depth article here https://www.visittrentino.info/en/art...

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A special thanks to Istituto Cimbro for their invaluable contribution in preserving the Cimbrian language and culture, and for their support in the making of this video 🙏