The Camonica Valley is a pristine patch of land in northern Italy dotted with hilltop medieval villages, ancient Roman temples and rocky parks covered in graffitis of cave men.
It's a sleepy spot loved by hikers and cyclists who are lured by the great views and fresh air of the snowcapped Alps — and by its multi-cultural vibe.
Here, there's a very peculiar hotel which has come to symbolise Italy's bright side of immigration.
Hotel Giardino, in the tiny skiing resort of Bre...
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