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
The tower overlooking the Bay of Silence in Sestri Levante. The Bay of Silence is famous for its colorful houses overlooking the sea and just a few meters from the water. One of these buildings, which I called a tower in the title due to its structure, always fascinates me, especially for the view from the glass window on the top floor. Unfortunately, I have only enjoyed the view from someone else's shots, but I hope that one day someone will invite me up there.
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The tower overlooking the Bay of Silence in Sestri Levante – La tour surplombant la Baie du Silence à Sestri Levante – La torre que domina la Bahía del Silencio en Sestri Levante – A torre com vista para a Baía do Silêncio em Sestri Levante – Der Turm mit Blick auf die Bucht der Stille in Sestri Levante – Tòa tháp nhìn ra Vịnh Im lặng ở Sestri Levante
Pansoti and ravioli of the Ligurian tradition on Sunday. Last Sunday I went, with my mother-in-law and my sister-in-law, to eat at the trattoria Ou Settembrin in Carasco. In the Ligurian tradition we couldn't help but order the pansoti with walnut sauce and the ravioli al tocco (with meat sauce); both very good as always!
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If you want to know which are the best ravioli, in my opinion, go to the article with my personal ranking of the restaurants where I ate in the Province of Genoa di Levante.
Pansoti, pansòti in Ligurian, (from the Ligurian pansa, in Italian “belly”), are a typical stuffed pasta of Ligurian cuisine, similar to ravioli, from which they differ essentially in size and the absence of meat in the filling. Pansoti with walnut sauce (pansöti co-a sarsa de noxe) are one of the cheapest and most characteristic dishes of the Genoese tradition. Since pansoti do not contain meat, they are a lean dish, once considered suitable for the penitential period of Lent. They are often mistakenly also called “pansòtti”, as in some Ligurian provinces there is verbal emphasis on the last syllables; the double letter is therefore to be attributed to an exclusively vocal language. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
Traditional Ligurian Pansoti and Ravioli on Sundays – Pansoti et raviolis ligures traditionnels le dimanche – Pansoti y ravioles tradicionales de Liguria los domingos – Pansoti e ravioli tradicionais da Ligúria aos domingos – Sonntags traditionelle ligurische Pansoti und Ravioli – Pansoti và ravioli truyền thống của vùng Ligurian vào Chủ nhật
The view of Genoa and the bell tower of S. Maria delle Vigne. Genoa, with its unique charm and its thousand-year history, offers breathtaking views that capture the essence of the city. Among the most suggestive panoramic points, the Spianata Castelletto stands out for its beauty and historical importance. Genoa is a vertical city, built between the sea and the hills, which offers numerous panoramic points from which to admire its beauty. The Spianata Castelletto is a balcony suspended over the historic center, from which you can enjoy a romantic view of the slate roofs, the port and the sea. This panoramic point is particularly appreciated for its ability to offer a complete and suggestive view of the city, making it an ideal place to take photographs and enjoy moments of tranquility. The Basilica of Santa Maria delle Vigne is one of the oldest churches in Genoa, located in the Maddalena district. Built in the 10th century, the church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and represents an important Marian sanctuary. The bell tower, dating back to the Romanesque period, is the only original structure that remained after the transformations that took place in the following centuries. The church of Santa Maria delle Vigne was built on a chapel dedicated to the Virgin Mary, built in the 6th century. The bell tower, with its Romanesque structure, is a symbol of the history and spirituality of Genoa. The basilica has been expanded and renovated over the centuries, with significant interventions in the 13th and 18th centuries. The bell tower of Santa Maria delle Vigne, with its central position and its height, offers a privileged view of the city. By climbing the tower, you can admire Genoa from above, with its narrow streets, historic buildings and the port. It is an ideal place to reflect on the history and beauty of this unique city.
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The view of Genoa and the bell tower of the church of Santa Maria delle Vigne – La vue de Gênes et le clocher de l’église Santa Maria delle Vigne – La vista de Génova y el campanario de la iglesia de Santa Maria delle Vigne – A vista de Génova e a torre sineira da igreja de Santa Maria delle Vigne – Der Blick auf Genua und den Glockenturm der Kirche Santa Maria delle Vigne – Quang cảnh Genoa và tháp chuông của nhà thờ Santa Maria delle Vigne
The text of the post was written with the help of Copilot, a virtual assistant based on artificial intelligence. References: – https://genovaturismo.it/genova-dall-alto/ – https://acchiappamappa.com/genova-dallalto/ – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_Maria_delle_Vigne – https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basilica_di_Santa_Maria_delle_Vigne
A colorful door in Fargegaten in Stavanger. Fargegaten, also known as Øvre Holmegate, is one of the most colorful and lively streets in Stavanger, Norway. This street is famous for its brightly painted facades, a project started in the 1990s by a group of local artists and residents to revitalize the area. A colorful door in Fargegaten could be one of the many elements that contribute to the unique charm of this street. The doors, along with the facades of the buildings, are painted in a variety of bright colors, creating a cheerful and welcoming atmosphere.
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A colorful gate in Fargegaten in Stavanger – Une porte colorée à Fargegaten à Stavanger – Una puerta colorida en Fargegaten en Stavanger – Uma porta colorida em Fargegaten em Stavanger – Eine farbenfrohe Tür am Fargegaten in Stavanger – Cánh cửa đầy màu sắc tại Fargegaten ở Stavanger
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