The facade of a colorful house in Burano. From my last trip to Burano (almost three years ago now) I found this photo again that I hadn't published yet. A splendid yellow house with blue shutters. It looks like a cartoon!
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Burano is a town of 2,270 inhabitants that stands on four islands in the northern Venetian lagoon. It is part of the municipality of Venice and in particular of the municipality of Venice-Murano-Burano. It is connected by a bridge to the island of Mazzorbo, which has become a sort of appendix. The town is known for its typical brightly colored houses and for the centuries-old artisan needlework of Burano lace. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The facade of a colorful house in Burano – La façade d’une maison colorée à Burano – La fachada de una casa colorida en Burano – A fachada de uma casa colorida em Burano – Die Fassade eines farbenfrohen Hauses in Burano – Mặt tiền của ngôi nhà đầy màu sắc ở Burano
The former Costa Firenze in port in Tenerife. When I was on board the Costa Firenze a couple of years ago I took many photos of the ship while it was in port. Here we were on the dock in the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
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Costa Firenze is the fifth Vista-class cruise ship built at the Marghera shipyard. Originally designed for the Chinese market by Costa Asia, a subsidiary of the Italian shipping company Costa Crociere, following the COVID-19 pandemic it was subsequently deployed for the European market. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The former Costa Firenze in port in Tenerife – L’ancien Costa Firenze au port de Tenerife – La antigua Costa Firenze en el puerto de Tenerife – O antigo Costa Firenze no porto de Tenerife – Die ehemalige Costa Firenze im Hafen auf Teneriffa – Costa Firenze trước đây ở cảng Tenerife
The steps of Piazza Pianciani in Spoleto. The steps of Piazza Pianciani are one of the most suggestive corners of Spoleto, a city rich in history and culture. This staircase, built in the early twentieth century, is a fascinating example of urban architecture that combines functionality and aesthetic beauty. The square dedicated to Luigi Pianciani, an important Italian politician and patriot, is located in front of the family palace. Until 1923, the area was characterized by a sloping lawn that allowed carts to climb towards Via Fontesecca. However, with the intention of creating a flat square, it was decided to build a staircase. After various discussions and controversies, the project of the architect Ugo Tarchi was approved, which included a double staircase with a balustrade. The double-arm staircase is a distinctive element of the square. It leads to Via Fontesecca, one of the most picturesque streets of Spoleto, where medieval and Renaissance buildings overlook, such as the overpass of Palazzo Leoncilli with its balconies and loggias. The staircase not only beautifies the square, but also serves as a connection between different parts of the city, making it easier for visitors to access. Over the years, the staircase has suffered damage, including a vehicle accident that partially destroyed the left side. However, it was faithfully rebuilt and restored in 2020 thanks to the sponsorship of Lucente srl. This intervention has allowed the beauty and integrity of the staircase to be preserved, ensuring that it continues to be a point of reference for citizens and tourists. Today, Piazza Pianciani and its staircase are places for the inhabitants of Spoleto and visitors to meet and socialize. The square is often animated by cultural events and demonstrations, making it a vital center of city life. The staircase, with its elegance and history, continues to enchant all who visit it, offering a breathtaking view of the city and a direct connection to Spoleto's historical past.
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The double-armed staircase that embellishes the square, built in the early twentieth century, leads to one of the most evocative streets of Spoleto, via Fontesecca, where medieval and Renaissance buildings overlook: an example is the overpass of Palazzo Leoncilli, with balconies and loggias. At the top of the street you continue to the Duomo (on the left) or to Piazza del Mercato (on the right). Continua e approfondisci sul sito del Comune
The steps of Pianciani square in Spoleto – Les marches de la place Pianciani à Spolète – Las escaleras de la plaza llamada Pianciani en Spoleto – Os degraus da praça chamada Pianciani em Spoleto – Die Stufen des Platzes namens Pianciani in Spoleto – Bậc thang của quảng trường có tên Pianciani ở Spoleto
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The facade of the Nicolosio Lomellini palace in Genoa. One of the most beautiful and famous streets in Genoa is certainly via Garibaldi, home to many of the Rolli palaces. One of the palaces is the one I photographed in this article: Palazzo Podestà (or Nicolosio Lomellini) from the name of the last owner, Andrea Podestà.
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The façade, where the strong presence of Bergamasco is perceived, is enlivened by a rich stucco decoration, with winged female herms, to support the string course of the ground floor; ribbons and drapes to hold up, on the first floor, trophies of arms; garlands and masks crowning the windows, with classical figures within oval medallions, on the second. Even in the festive stucco apparatus of the oval-plan atrium, the intervention of Bergamasco is evident, who was able to introduce the suggestions of the most up-to-date Mannerist culture to Genoa. Continue and learn more on Palazzideirolli
The facade of the Nicolosio Lomellini palace in Genoa – La façade du palais Nicolosio Lomellini à Gênes – La fachada del palacio Nicolosio Lomellini en Génova – A fachada do palácio Nicolosio Lomellini em Génova – Die Fassade des Nicolosio Lomellini-Palastes in Genua – Mặt tiền của cung điện Nicolosio Lomellini ở Genoa
The velelle in the Bay of Silence in March 2024. Last year, right around this time, an event occurred that unfortunately does not happen so rarely: hundreds, indeed thousands, of these small animals washed up on the beach of Sestri Levante.
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Velella velella, also known as St. Peter's or St. John's boat, is a colony of hydrozoans of the Porpitidae family. It is often found in all oceans, on the shores or at most 1-2 cm deep in the water, with a preference for warm or temperate waters. Like other cnidarians (coelenterates), Velella velella is a carnivorous animal. It captures its prey, usually plankton, using its tentacles that contain toxins. These toxins, while effective against the prey, are harmless to humans, as they cannot penetrate the skin and do not cause any reaction to human skin. However, it is preferable to avoid touching your eyes after picking up a Velella. Continue on Wikipedia
The velelle also called barchette di San Pietro in Baia del Silenzio in March 2024 – La velelle aussi appelée bateaux de San Pietro à Baia del Silenzio en mars 2024 – Las velelle también llamaron barcos de San Pietro en Baia del Silenzio en marzo de 2024 – O velelle também convocou barcos de San Pietro na Baia del Silenzio em março de 2024 – Die Velelle rief im März 2024 auch Boote von San Pietro in Baia del Silenzio an – Velelle còn gọi là thuyền San Pietro ở Baia del Silenzio vào tháng 3 năm 2024
One of the facades of the Sagrada Familia. The Sagrada Familia, the iconic basilica in Barcelona designed by Antoni Gaudí, is famous for its three facades, each of which tells a different part of the life of Christ. Of these, the Passion Facade is perhaps the most austere and dramatic, representing the suffering and death of Jesus. Work on the Passion Facade began in 1954, almost thirty years after Gaudí's death. Unlike the Nativity Facade, which was rich in detail and decoration, Gaudí imagined the Passion Facade as a more sober and austere work, inspired by the skeletal structure he had experimented with in the Crypt of Colonia Güell. Oriented towards the west, the facade is supported by six large oblique pillars reminiscent of sequoia trunks. Above them, a pyramid-shaped pediment is composed of eighteen bone-shaped columns, surmounted by a large cross with a crown of thorns and three adoring angels. This austere and linear design is in stark contrast to the decorative richness of the Nativity Facade. The Passion Facade has three portals, dedicated respectively to Faith, Hope and Charity. The doors, created by the artist Josep Maria Subirachs, are decorated with texts that recount the last days of Jesus, rather than with vegetal motifs as in the Nativity Facade. – The Portal of Charity: The central portal is separated by a mullioned window with the Greek letters Alpha and Omega, symbols of the beginning and the end. The side doors feature scenes from the Passion according to the Gospels of Matthew and John. – The Portal of Faith: This portal is dedicated to Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane, with a representation of the full moon indicating the time period of the scene. Subirachs’ sculptures add an extra layer of drama to the façade. The tormented and disturbing figures represent Christ’s suffering during the crucifixion in an extremely realistic way. The straight lines and geometric shapes of the sculptures are unique compared to the rest of the basilica, underlining the austerity of Gaudí’s design.
The Passion Facade of the Sagrada Familia is a masterpiece of drama and symbolism. Every detail, from the bone-shaped columns to the tormented sculptures, helps tell the story of Christ’s suffering and death in a powerful and moving way. This façade not only reflects Gaudí’s artistic vision, but also his deep faith and commitment to creating a work that transcends time.
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The Passion façade was begun in 1954 according to the drawings and explanations that Gaudí had left. The towers were finished in 1976 and since then work has been carried out on the sculptural decoration. Gaudí designed this façade while recovering from Malta fever in Puigcerdà in 1911. Dedicated to the Passion of Jesus, it aims to reflect the suffering of Christ in his crucifixion, as a ransom for the sins of men. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
One of the facades of the Sagrada Familia – Une des façades de la Sagrada Familia – Une des façades de la Sagrada Familia – Uma das fachadas da Sagrada Família – Eine der Fassaden der Sagrada Familia – Một trong những mặt tiền của Sagrada Familia
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The Bay of Silence one February morning. Last year, as soon as I landed, I enjoyed the Bay of Silence in all the tranquility that a February morning can offer.
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The Bay of Silence one February morning – La Baie du Silence un matin de février – La Bahía del Silencio una mañana de febrero – A Baía do Silêncio numa manhã de fevereiro – Die Bucht der Stille an einem Morgen im Februar – Vịnh Im Lặng một buổi sáng tháng Hai
A nice plate of pansoti with walnut sauce even on board. When I'm on a ship, even if the food is very varied, I really miss home food. So when I go to Savona or Genoa I always ask my wife to bring me something from home. In this case I had asked for pansoti (the packaged but very good ones from the pasta factory Novella) to season with walnut sauce (this one prepared on board). The result, as you can see for yourself, was excellent!
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A nice plate of pansoti with walnut sauce also on board – Une belle assiette de pansoti avec sauce aux noix également à bord – Un buen plato de pansoti con salsa de nueces también a bordo – Um belo prato de pansoti com molho de nozes também a bordo – Ein schöner Teller Pansoti mit Walnusssauce auch an Bord – Một đĩa pansoti ngon với sốt óc chó cũng có trên tàu
The archivolt that leads to the central square of Trevi. To get to the central square of Trevi (Piazza Mazzini) you have to pass under this archivolt below the Palazzo Comunale.
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In the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance it had its best period, characterized by extraordinary trade that favored its economic prosperity (it was called "the dry port"), still testified today by the numerous buildings in the historic center, worthy of appearing in much larger cities, and the economic growth was accompanied by lively cultural and social activity. Already in 1469, to favor the circulation of money a Jewish banker was called, one of the few professions to which those men were authorized, and despite this he was persecuted and later one of the very first Monti di Pietà was erected, followed later by the Monte Frumentario and various other charitable and welfare institutions. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The archivolt that leads to the central square of Trevi – L’archivolte qui mène à la place centrale de Trevi – La arquivolta que conduce a la plaza central de Trevi – A arquivolta que conduz à praça central de Trevi – Die Archivolte, die zum zentralen Platz von Trevi führt – Archivolt dẫn đến quảng trường trung tâm Trevi
