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China Radio International for La Contea Gentile – video
Between pastry delights and pipe herb here is the magical project of La Contea Gentile
November 14, 2021
Discover what is happening in the Italian shire!
Between pastry delights and pipe herb here is the magical project of La Contea Gentile
La Contea Gentile: a che punto è il progetto di Nicolas Gentile? Nicolas Gentile racconta lo stato del suo ambizioso progetto: i soldi, i tempi, la questione legale, gli hater
When I explain why I am building La Contea Gentile, many do not believe me. If I am doing all this it is above all to attract around this wonderful place as many
It's an international phrase now! "Help Nicolas build the county" Thanks to James May and Amazon Prime Video for coming to Contea Gentile!
The wonderful and magical journey of the ring of the cheerful Italian Company of the Ring led by Nicolas Gentile! Journey through the countryside of Abruzzo, Molise and Campania, what can I say, enjoy the video to immerse yourself and
Meanwhile… Is This Man A Bigger “Lord of the Rings” Fan Than Stephen Colbert? Meanwhile… A man in Italy is giving our host a run for his money as he
Hollywood stars including Elijah Wood praise Italian Lord of the Rings fanatic who now lives as a halfling and is turning his land into a Middle Earth 'Shire'. Hollywood stars
L’Abruzzo come la Terra di Mezzo? Aperta una campagna crowdfunding per la realizzazione de “La Contea Gentile”, il primo villaggio dei mezzuomini in Italia a Bucchianico, paese situato nei pressi
Martina Folegnani per CiakClub.it dedica un articolo a Nicolas e la Contea Gentile: La leggenda continua ma questa volta i protagonisti de La Contea Gentile non sono soli. Finalmente anche
Well, what can I say… Some old friends want to tell you something… And if they say it, you can't help but listen! Are you ready to support the Contea Gentile project too? Read
La storia del mezzuomo Nicolas Gentile, il suo progetto della contea italiana, il viaggio nella Terra di Mezzo e molto altro ancora dilagano oltre i confini italiani! Articoli e interviste
Riascolta l’intervista con i ragazzi di Radio Deejay Da Chieti al Vesuvio: l’avventura della “compagnia dell’anello” italiana. Nove fan de “Il Signore degli anelli” hanno deciso di partire dalla provincia
Nicolas Gentile est un fan inconditionnel du Seigneur des anneaux. À tel point que ce chef pâtissier italien de 37 ans vit depuis trois ans, avec femme et enfants, comme
In the countryside of Bucchianico, near the town of Chieti, Nicolas Gentile is building his Halfling’s Shire, inspired by JRR Tolkien’s fictional Middle-earth described in the wildly popular novel and
L’insolita iniziativa vede protagonisti nove italiani con la passione per Tolkien. Il loro viaggio a piedi in stile fantasy parte dall’Abruzzo per arrivare fino al Vesuvio. L’intervista: Dove vi immaginate
Cheryl Teh scrive un articolo per Insider! One Italian pastry chef decided that if he can’t go to middle earth, he’ll build it. Nicolas Gentile, 37, constructed his version of
Lorenzo Tondo intervista Nicolas e scive un articolo sull’edizione internazionale di The Guardian! ‘What is this if not magic?’ After building his own version of middle earth, Nicolas Gentile has
Il sito OPEN parla del Viaggio nella Terra di Mezzo: La stramba storia degli Hobbit italiani che sono arrivati sul Vesuvio per gettare l’Anello«È come nelle grandi storie. Quelle che
Articolo a cura di Redazione Napoli: Una Compagnia di hobbit italiani è in viaggio per gettare l’anello nel Vesuvio Una compagnia di hobbit italiani sta attraversando mezza Italia per distruggere
Sky Cinema interviews Nicolas Gentile and the Fellowship of the Ring during the Journey to Middle-earth! Watch the live broadcast again!
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In the shire there are many Hobbit families and you could be part of one of them, each with its own peculiar characteristic. Are you more of a type homely? Are you among those who love the things that grow? Are you someone who likes the adventures?
And what family do you belong to?!?
Baggins: they are a wealthy family of the shire, not snobbish at all, in fact much loved by the rest of the other hobbit families. They have a reputation for being a bit strange and for this reason they are good-naturedly mocked. They love culture, travel and receiving visitors.
Bolgeri: the family in question is among the most well-known not only in the shire but also outside of it as great traders. For their work they travel a lot and know much more than many other Hobbits, what lies beyond the borders of the shire. They are clever, bold but also great bargainers: they could sell pipeweed even to an Ent!
Brandibuck: this is also one of the aristocratic families of the shire, even if their domains extend far outside of it, touching the Old Forest. They are considered bizarre by the other families as they are inclined to adventures and discovery and almost like "foreigners" for their ways. They know the rangers well and have learned many things from them. They are very good friends with the Tooks and never miss an opportunity to gather the families to have fun together in their own way!
Gamgee: they are one of the humblest families in the shire. Hard workers, they love contact with nature, they are serious but not solemn and they are strong, determined but very loyal. Very good friends with the Bagginses, the Tooks and the Brandybucks, they are famous for their love of things that grow.
Sackville-Baggins: they are a wealthy family of the shire, VERY SNOB, and very unloved by the other hobbit families. They have a reputation for being stingy and even a bit thieving, for this reason they are avoided or mocked. They love to "take what is theirs", scold or mock others, pose and show off in front of other families they consider "inferior".
Scavari: not among the most well-known or prominent families of the shire, despite their ancient history. They were the first hobbits to stop living as nomads and to settle in the burrows under the hills, starting one of the most important characteristics of Contea: the construction of the SMIAL, the famous Hobbit Houses.
Serracinta: it is a family not of noble origins but very respected as many of its offspring are dedicated to the activity of guards. They are the only hobbits that you might see armed and are usually found at the entrance of villages, bridges, crossroads, in order to ensure protection and control. They love hunting, outdoor activities and are expert slingers, archers and some even fencers.
Soffiatromba: they are a family of artists, even if of ancient peasant origin. They were the first to bring pipe herb to the shire. The discoverer of this floral marvel was none other than Tobaldo Soffiatromba, called by all Vecchio Tobia. From that moment on, the Hornblower family has been the most loved and lovable of the shire: they don't pick fights with anyone, they are always affable and relaxed and have discovered an innate gift for art and music.
Tronfipiedi: the members of this family are scattered throughout the four Decumans, making it one of the most numerous. They are hard workers, although not very curious about what lies beyond the rivers or the woods or the hills. They mind their own business. And their business is many. They have a predilection for cooking and preparing exquisite delicacies, their cuisine is in great demand at birthdays, parties and anniversaries that practically happen every day!
Tuc: They are the richest and most important family in the shire, but they don't seem to notice. They are crazy, funny, stupid and, in some situations, even magical! They sing, get drunk and go mushroom hunting, they like adventures, and they are famous for suddenly disappearing. They are very good friends with the Brandybuck family.
DEED OF CONTRACT
CONDITIONS OF ENGAGEMENT
In the book and in the film, the most famous halfling in the shire finds himself having to sign a burglar's contract drawn up by the Dwarves with a thousand footnotes and paragraphs. You can find the reproduction of this contract, in English, everywhere, but this one you see was hand-written by one of the loyal "citizens" of our project, in Italian and with references to the Journey that the contea Gentile is undertaking: the Construction and the Birth of a place out of the ordinary!
This document can be filled in with the type of trade or service you can offer for the creation of the contea Gentile!
Handmade paper, custom font, pages cut out and sewn by hand with string and sealed with hot wax.
If you're curious, find out more about the Journey to Middle Earth here!
This document is not necessarily widely or legally recognized by states friend or foe, neighboring or distant, real or imagined. It has recognized and guaranteed validity only within the territories of the contea Gentile.
OFFICIAL COIN
OF LA CONTEA GENTILE
Minted in 2022, it depicts the symbol of the shire on one side, the Acorn. While on the other side the face of the nicest mayor there is, Nicolas Gentile. This coin was created by one of the loyal "citizens" of the county project, to support and grow it.
Attention: obviously this currency has no legal value in Italy or other countries (perhaps only in imaginary ones). This is a gadget/souvenir from La contea Gentile. Certainly more emotionally valuable than other currencies in circulation in the world!
OFFICIAL PASSPORT
OF LA CONTEA GENTILE
Always carry the Official Passport of LA CONTEA GENTILE with you! This is the most excellent identification document: every self-respecting resident of La contea Gentile, presumed or current never leaves home without it! This passport was created by one of the loyal "citizens" of the shire project, in support and growth of it.
Fill it out with the information, characteristics and details that distinguish you: gender, species, class, hair, eyes, build, particular brands and much more!
This document is not necessarily widely or legally recognized by friendly or hostile, neighbours or distant, real or imaginary states. It has recognized and guaranteed validity only within the territories of La Contea Gentile. Please consult the official sources of the various kingdoms, citadels and states before visiting. Special visas and/or official stamps may be required.
