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Conservative and philological restoration
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Recognition of the fundamental role of gardens in the context of society and community, fostering harmonious accord between spirit and nature __________________________________________________________________________________________________
Opening to visitors while ensuring respect for the spirit of the place
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Conservation and management headed by the Foundation Sustainability and self-sufficiency:
- cultivation without the use of synthetic chemicals
- water self-sufficiency by means of the construction of a well, and collection of rainwater from the roofs
- energy-efficient light sources, powered, when possible, by renewable energy sources
- conservation of natural resources, re-use, recycling and enhancement of existing physical elements
- sustainable management of plant and biodegradable waste through the use of a composting system in bins in situ so as to conserve soil fertility
- increasing biodiversity by the introduction of trees and shrubs, flowering plants and rows of herbs and other nectar-rich species in order to attract bees and other pollinating insects
- the garden will constitute a complex system for the support of the resident bird population through the installation of nesting boxes and bird baths
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Employment and Training
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Research in cooperation with universities and other institutions in the sector
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Cooperation with writers, musicians, artists and artisans
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The study of bees and production of honey
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Olive oil production
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Rediscovery of ancient medicinal compounds
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