The tower of Palazzo Lomellino known as the Mirador in Genoa. From the Castelletto viewpoint, a terrace overlooking the entire center of Genoa, I always try to photograph details of the city. In this case, the tower of Palazzo Lomellino, also known as the Torre del Mirador, ended up in the lenses of my telephoto lens.
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Minaret of a mosque?… no the sixteenth-century Mirador of Palazzo Nicolosio Lomellini the tower, later expanded in the 18th century, with which the lords of Tabarca coral intended to amaze their guests and stun them with wonder. The Great Beauty… Continue and learn more on A Me Zena
The tower of Palazzo Lomellino called the Minaret in Genoa – La tour du Palazzo Lomellino connue sous le nom de Minaret à Gênes – La torre del Palazzo Lomellino conocida como el Minarete de Génova – A torre do Palazzo Lomellino conhecida como Minarete de Gênova – Der Turm des Palazzo Lomellino, bekannt als Minarett in Genua – Tháp Palazzo Lomellino được gọi là Minaret ở Genoa
The typical sweets stall at the fair. In every fair that respects itself there is one or more stalls that sell almost all types of sweets. They have a magnetic effect on everyone especially when they prepare the croccante (that sweet of caramelized sugar and dried fruit) that spreads its scent all around.
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The typical sweets counter on the fair – Le comptoir typique des friandises de la foire – El mostrador de dulces típicos de la feria – O típico balcão de doces da feira – Die typische Süßigkeitentheke auf der Messe – Quầy bánh kẹo đặc trưng tại hội chợ – 展会上典型的糖果柜台 – フェアの代表的なスイーツカウンター
Sampdoria-Südtirol 2024/2025, 21 settembre 2024 – 6° giornata di campionato di Serie B: 1 a 0. The photos, the cheering and the photo-cheering of the match.
Gradinata Sud at the start of the match against Südtirol:
Gradinata Nord against Südtirol:
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Coro della Gradinata Sud “In ogni posto che andiamo” ad inizio partita:
La Sud che canta Lettera da Amsterdam ad inizio partita:
Coro della Gradinata Sud “La Sampdoria è il nostro amor” ad inizio partita:
Coro della Gradinata Sud “Sampdoria dai che vincerai…” durante la partita:
The Bay of Silence in Sestri on February 1, 2024. A winter photo of my bay, the symbol of Sestri Levante. In winter there is something magical about walking along the shoreline and listening to the sound of the waves lazily crashing.
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The Bay of Silence in Sestri on February 1st 2024 – La Baie du Silence à Sestri le 1er février 2024 – La Bahía del Silencio en Sestri el 1 de febrero de 2024 – A Baía do Silêncio em Sestri em 1º de fevereiro de 2024 – Die Bucht der Stille in Sestri am 1. Februar 2024 – Vịnh Im lặng ở Sestri vào ngày 1 tháng 2 năm 2024
The imposing Obelisk of Montecitorio in Rome. In the heart of Rome, among the majestic streets and historic buildings, stands an imposing testimony to the glorious past of ancient Egypt: the Obelisk of Montecitorio. This ancient monument, dating back to the 6th century BC, continues to enchant visitors and residents with its beauty and fascinating history. The obelisk, also known as the Obelisk of Psammetichus II, has passed through millennia of history before finding its current home in the Piazza di Montecitorio, in front of the Italian Chamber of Deputies. Originally erected in Heliopolis, the obelisk was transported to Rome in 10 BC at the behest of Emperor Augustus. Since then, it has witnessed a succession of emperors, popes and governments, becoming a silent witness to the changes and events that have shaped the eternal city. Standing approximately 21.79 meters tall, the obelisk is an impressive structure made of red Egyptian granite. Its surfaces are decorated with hieroglyphic inscriptions that celebrate the pharaoh Psamtik II, emphasizing his greatness and power. These ancient symbols communicate the magnificence of ancient Egypt and its lasting influence on Roman culture and art. Today, the Obelisk of Montecitorio continues to capture the imagination of visitors, offering them a unique opportunity to connect with the glorious past of Rome and ancient Egypt. Its presence in the Piazza di Montecitorio adds a touch of mystery and charm to the city's skyline, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in its thousand-year history. If you are in Rome, do not miss the opportunity to admire this extraordinary treasure of antiquity. Take a stroll through the Piazza di Montecitorio and be fascinated by the magnificence of the Obelisk of Montecitorio, a tangible symbol of the indelible bond between Rome and the ancient Egyptian world.
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The obelisk of Montecitorio, currently located in the square of the same name in the Capital, is one of the thirteen ancient obelisks of Rome. It is 30 meters high and was brought to Rome by Augustus in 10 BC. The obelisk of Monte Citorio, already present at the time of Pharaoh Psammetichus II (595-589 BC), was originally located in the city of Heliopolis in Egypt. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The imposing Obelisk of Montecitorio in Rome – L’imposant obélisque de Montecitorio à Rome – El imponente Obelisco de Montecitorio en Roma – O imponente Obelisco de Montecitorio em Roma – Der imposante Obelisk von Montecitorio in Rom – Obelisk hùng vĩ của Montecitorio ở Rome – 罗马雄伟的蒙特西托里奥方尖碑 – ローマのモンテチトリオの堂々としたオベリスク
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A nice plate of fregola with seafood. A few months ago, a great friend of mine (Giovanni), made me taste a delicious plate of fregola with seafood. Fregola with seafood is a traditional Sardinian dish, much appreciated for its rich flavor and simplicity. Here is some interesting information about this dish: Fregola, or fregula, is a typical Sardinian semolina pasta, similar to couscous, but with larger and more irregular grains. Fregola is usually prepared with a variety of seafood such as mussels, clams, shrimp and squid. Fregola is toasted in a pan and then cooked in a fish broth or salted water. Seafood is added during cooking to add flavor to the dish. The dish is often garnished with chopped fresh parsley and served hot. In this article I am talking about you can see a dish of fregola with seafood, with mussels and shrimp clearly visible. The fregola appears well toasted and seasoned with a rich sauce, probably tomato-based, which evenly envelops the pasta. This dish is a great example of Sardinian cuisine, which highlights local ingredients such as seafood. It is an ideal dish for those who love the flavors of the sea and want to try something authentic and traditional. If you have any other questions or want to know more about another dish, let me know!
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Frègula, often mistakenly Italianized as fregola, is a type of semolina pasta produced in Sardinia. The production of fregula has medieval origins. The first historical document to mention it is the Statute of the Millers of Tempio Pausania dating back to the 14th century, which regulates its preparation, which had to take place strictly from Monday to Friday, in order to be able to allocate the water of Saturday and Sunday to the fields. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
A nice plate of fregola with seafood – Une belle assiette de fregola aux fruits de mer – Un buen plato de fregola con marisco. – Um belo prato de fregola com frutos do mar – Ein schöner Teller Fregola mit Meeresfrüchten – Một đĩa fregola đẹp mắt với hải sản
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Modern buildings in the center of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The center of the city of Santa Cruz, on the island of Tenerife, is the classic place where cruise passengers and sailors flock to do their shopping (or simply to take a walk). In this uphill street there are many shops of famous brands but also these two very modern but also very colorful buildings.
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Modern buildings in the center of Santa Cruz in Tenerife – Bâtiments modernes au centre de Santa Cruz à Tenerife – Edificios modernos en el centro de Santa Cruz en Tenerife – Edifícios modernos no centro de Santa Cruz em Tenerife – Moderne Gebäude im Zentrum von Santa Cruz auf Teneriffa – Các tòa nhà hiện đại ở trung tâm Santa Cruz ở Tenerife – 特内里费岛圣克鲁斯市中心的现代建筑 – テネリフェ島サンタクルスの中心部にある近代的な建物
The Costa Diadema seen from the streets of Stavanger. Until a few months ago I was on board the Costa Diadema (of Costa Crociere) doing fjord cruises. After many years I went out for a walk in the colorful neighborhood of Fargegaten (which I absolutely didn't remember) and from there the yellow chimney of the ship was sticking out.
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Costa Diadema is a cruise ship of the Genoese company Costa Crociere. Upon completion, it was the largest ship ever built under the Italian flag. On 30 October 2014, the public launch took place in the same shipyard, giving way to the inaugural events, while on 1 November it set sail for the vernissage cruise departing from Trieste. On 7 November, the ship was christened in the port of Genoa. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The Costa Diadema seen from the streets of Stavanger – La Costa Diadema vue depuis les rues de Stavanger – La Costa Diadema vista desde las calles de Stavanger – A Costa Diadema vista das ruas de Stavanger – Die Costa Diadema von den Straßen Stavangers aus gesehen – Costa Diadema nhìn từ đường phố Stavanger
The giant Buddha statue of the Ngoc Hoa monastery in Qui Nhon in Vietnam. When I was in Vietnam last year with my wife we went to the Qui Nhon region and, on an excursion, we visited the Ngoc Hoa monastery. In this small spiritual center dominated this enormous statue of a golden Buddha.
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A Buddha, also budda in Italian, is, according to Buddhism, a being who has reached the highest degree of enlightenment (bodhi). Buddha is the past participle of the Sanskrit budh, to become aware, to wake up. Buddha therefore means “awakened”, with reference to the passage of consciousness from the state of sleep (ὕπνος, hýpnos) to the state of full realization. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The giant Buddha statue of Ngoc Hoa Monastery in Qui Nhon, Vietnam – La statue de Bouddha géant du monastère de Ngoc Hoa à Qui Nhon au Vietnam – La estatua gigante de Buda del monasterio de Ngoc Hoa en Qui Nhon en Vietnam – A estátua gigante de Buda do mosteiro Ngoc Hoa, em Qui Nhon, no Vietname – Die riesige Buddha-Statue des Klosters Ngoc Hoa in Qui Nhon in Vietnam – Tượng Phật khổng lồ của tu viện Ngọc Hòa ở Qui Nhon, Việt Nam
The Bay of Silence in Sestri Levante in winter. My town is very spoiled in summer but in winter, for its true lovers, it is even more beautiful. It is almost always deserted and the colors are always spectacular, both in sunny and bad weather.
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The Bay of Silence of Sestri Levante in winter – La Baie du Silence de Sestri Levante en hiver – La Bahía del Silencio de Sestri Levante en invierno – A Baía do Silêncio de Sestri Levante no inverno – Die Bucht der Stille von Sestri Levante im Winter – Vịnh Im lặng của Sestri Levante vào mùa đông – 冬天塞斯特里莱万特的沉默湾 – 冬のセストリ・レバンテの静寂の湾
