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The autonomous Region of Valle d’Aosta, Italy, celebrated International Mounatin Day in October, in connection with the event Lo pan ner – I pani delle Alpi (Rye bread – the breads of the Alps). Conferences, workshops and community baking activites were organized, all connected to the making rye bread. The event highlighted the rich diversity of mountain cultures and identities and provided an opportunity to pass on popular traditions while promoting the sustainable use of mountain environments.