Maria Tavernini, Author at Narratively

Maria Tavernini

Maria Tavernini is an Italian freelance journalist, writer and sailor, currently based in New Delhi.

Stories By Maria Tavernini

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These Cannabis Farmers Carry Out an Ancient Tradition High in the Himalayas

Story by Maria Tavernini | July 6, 2017

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India’s Untouchable Queen of the Dead

Story by Maria Tavernini | December 9, 2015

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Beating and Bleeding for Christ

Photos by Andrea de Franciscis | April 14, 2015

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Voodoo Masters of the Dakar Darkness

By Maria Tavernini | December 26, 2014

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India’s Invisible Addicts

Story & Photos by Andrea de Franciscis & Maria Tavernini | May 26, 2014

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How the Widows of Vrindavan Got Their Color Back

Story & photos by Andrea de Franciscis & Maria Tavernini | March 18, 2014

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