The Barumini, Altopiano della Giara, and Villanovafranca Foundations presented themselves together at the Venice International Exchange of Experiential Tourism (BITESP) as a single cultural and identity network , to bring the island's beating heart to the world . Their participation brought an integrated narrative of Sardinia's history, archaeology, and natural heritage to this important national and international showcase, sparking strong interest among buyers from around the world.
The three foundations shared an exhibition space that brought together symbols of Sardinian history and culture: Su Nuraxi in Barumini , a UNESCO World Heritage Site; the Nuraghe of Villanovafranca ; and the Giara Plateau , with its wild horses and a landscape that preserves the age-old relationship between man and nature. The single-story presentation offered visitors a compact image of inland Sardinia , its roots , and its ability to transform into a modern, recognizable, and high-quality tourist destination . During their days in Venice, the three foundations met with leading international tour operators , cultural and experiential tourism professionals , specialized operators , and representatives of European museums and archaeological institutions. The discussions generated widespread appreciation for the unified approach with which the three organizations presented themselves, opening up new growth prospects, with requests for further information and the possibility of future collaboration .
The presidents of the foundations expressed great satisfaction . Emanuele Lilliu , president of the Barumini Foundation , underlined the value of a shared presence: "Being at BITESP was a , because we presented ourselves once again in a , but this time as a network. Barumini has always believed in . Bringing together our archaeological, cultural and tourist excellence means building a ." Lilliu recalled how the Barumini Foundation has been pursuing a path of collaboration and integrated promotion for years, including recent participation in national events dedicated to and the .
