The central via Eraldo Fico in Sestri Levante. One of the streets that I often visit in Sestri is the one that my town dedicated to the partisan Virgola, real name Eraldo Fico. My grandparents lived and had their business in this street but then there is the cinema, the post office, the sports shop; you go to the train station and the parking lots on Gromolo. Almost impossible to have ever walked it.
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Eraldo Fico, battle name Virgola (Sestri Levante, 13 September 1915 – Cavi di Lavagna, 22 December 1959), was an Italian worker and partisan. Partisan during the Second World War with the pseudonym of “Virgola”, he was among the organizers of the first partisan brigades in Liguria and precisely in the mountains of Tigullio. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The central street called Eraldo Fico in Sestri Levante – La rue centrale appelée Eraldo Fico à Sestri Levante – La calle central llamada Eraldo Fico en Sestri Levante – A rua central chamada Eraldo Fico em Sestri Levante – Die zentrale Straße namens Eraldo Fico in Sestri Levante – Con phố trung tâm mang tên Eraldo Fico ở Sestri Levante – 塞斯特里莱万特 (Sestri Levante) 名为埃拉尔多菲科 (Eraldo Fico) 的中央街道 – セストリ レバンテのエラルド フィコと呼ばれる中央通り
The famous Fontana Maggiore in Perugia. The Fontana Maggiore is one of the masterpieces of Italian Gothic sculpture and one of the most iconic symbols of Perugia. Located in Piazza IV Novembre, this monumental fountain was built between 1278 and 1280 to celebrate the arrival of water in the city's acropolis, thanks to a new aqueduct. The Fontana Maggiore was designed by Frà Bevignate da Cingoli and built with the collaboration of artists and engineers such as Nicola and Giovanni Pisano and Boninsegna da Venezia. The structure is composed of three concentric basins, one on top of the other, decorated with stone and bronze sculptures. The lower basins are adorned with seventy-five sculptures representing mythological, historical and symbolic figures. The upper basin, of a circular shape, is surmounted by an enigmatic sculpture depicting three women holding an amphora from which water flows. This sculpture is a work of great beauty and symbolism, representing the importance of water for the city of Perugia. The Fontana Maggiore is not only a work of art, but also an example of medieval hydraulic engineering. It is a meeting and socializing place for citizens and visitors, who can admire its beauty and history. The fountain is located in Piazza IV Novembre, one of the main squares of Perugia, and can be visited for free at any time. It is a perfect place for a walk and to immerse yourself in the history and culture of the city. Visiting the Fontana Maggiore is an experience that combines artistic beauty, engineering and history, making it one of the most fascinating attractions in Perugia.
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The Fontana Maggiore, located in the center of Piazza IV Novembre (formerly Piazza Grande), is the symbolic monument of the city of Perugia. The monumental fountain was built by Umberto the Master between 1278 and 1280 to celebrate the arrival of water in the city's acropolis, thanks to the new aqueduct. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The famous Fontana Maggiore in Perugia – La célèbre Fontana Maggiore à Pérouse – La famosa Fontana Maggiore en Perugia – A famosa Fontana Maggiore em Perugia – A famosa Fontana Maggiore em Perugia – Fontana Maggiore nổi tiếng ở Perugia
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The railway bridge over the Gromolo in Sestri Levante. Right next to the “recent” railway underpass in Via Nazionale is this beautiful metal railway bridge.
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The railway bridge over the Gromolo stream in Sestri Levante – Le pont ferroviaire sur le ruisseau Gromolo à Sestri Levante – El puente ferroviario sobre el arroyo Gromolo en Sestri Levante – A ponte ferroviária sobre o riacho Gromolo em Sestri Levante – Die Eisenbahnbrücke über den Bach Gromolo in Sestri Levante – Cây cầu đường sắt bắc qua suối Gromolo ở Sestri Levante – 塞斯特里莱万特格罗莫洛河上的铁路桥 – セストリ・レバンテのグロモロ川にかかる鉄道橋
A delicious mixed fried fish in Genoa. Some time ago, for lunch, I went to the Piedigrotta restaurant and pizzeria in Genoa (here is the review on TripAdvisor) e mia moglie ha ordinato un fritto di pesce. I have to say it wasn't bad at all!
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A delicious mixed fried fish in Genoa – Un délicieux poisson frit à Gênes – Un delicioso pescado frito mixto en Génova – Uma deliciosa mistura de peixe frito em Génova – Ein köstlicher gemischter frittierter Fisch in Genua – Món cá chiên trộn thơm ngon ở Genoa
From inside the beech forest of Monte Zatta. Some time ago I walked the beautiful path that leads from Passo del Bocco to the top of Monte Zatta. Well before reaching the top you cross the splendid beech forest (one of the largest in Liguria) inside which I took this beautiful wide-angle photo.
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I took several photos along the Monte Zatta path and if you want to see them go to this page:
To see in detail the path I took I invite you to go to wikiloc.com.
The summit of the Zatta mountain massif consists of a long wavy ridge, crossed by an easy ridge path. On the outer edges of this ridge are the Zatta di Ponente mountain (1355 m) and the Prato Pinello mountain (1390 m). Between the two ends rises the main peak, the Zatta di Levante mountain (1404 m). The southern slope is steep and stony, while the northern slope, towards the Bocco pass, has a gentler slope and is covered by a large beech forest. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The beech trees of Monte Zatta in Liguria – Les hêtres du Monte Zatta en Ligurie – Las hayas del Monte Zatta en Liguria – As faias do Monte Zatta na Ligúria – Die Buchen des Monte Zatta in Ligurien – Những cây sồi ở Monte Zatta ở Liguria – 利古里亚蒙特扎塔山毛榉树 – リグリアのモンテザッタのブナの木
The magnificent cathedral of Barcelona. Barcelona Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia, is one of the city's most iconic landmarks. Located in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, the cathedral is a magnificent example of Catalan Gothic architecture. Construction of the cathedral began in the 13th century and was completed in the 15th century. The main façade, with its intricate spires and stained glass windows, is one of the most iconic images of Barcelona. The cathedral is dedicated to Saint Eulalia, a young Christian martyr whose relics are kept in the crypt. The interior of the cathedral is equally impressive, with an ornate vaulted ceiling and numerous side chapels. Among the works of art housed inside, the carved wooden choir and the silver altarpiece of Saint Anne stand out. The stained glass windows add a touch of color and light to the sacred environment. One of the most fascinating elements of the cathedral is the cloister, an oasis of tranquility in the heart of the city. The cloister is known for its garden, which is home to thirteen white geese, the symbol of Saint Eulalia, who was thirteen years old at the time of her martyrdom. The cathedral is open to visitors every day, and tickets can be purchased online or directly on site. Guided tours are available in several languages and offer insights into the history and architecture of the place.
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The cathedral has been dedicated to the Santa Creu (Holy Cross) since 599, remembered every 3rd of May with a solemn blessing given to the entire city from the terraces of the church. Since 877, the church has also been dedicated to Saint Eulalia, the patron saint of Barcelona (12th February), a saint who was martyred in Roman times. Legend has it that the woman was exposed naked until, in mid-spring, snow fell to cover her body; the authorities of the time put her in a barrel with nails and rolled it down a narrow street that is now called Baixada de Santa Eulàlia. The dedication to the Holy Cross dates back to at least the 6th century. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The splendid cathedral of Barcelona – La splendide cathédrale de Barcelone – La espléndida catedral de Barcelona – A esplêndida catedral de Barcelona – Die prächtige Kathedrale von Barcelona – Nhà thờ lộng lẫy của Barcelona
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A seagull posing in the Bay of Silence. Last summer (actually, even the one before) I took several photos in the Bay of Silence with the Gopro and the Dome (that device that looks like a bubble that allows photos half in and half out of the water) and, while I was swimming to go a little towards the Ex Annunziata I photographed this beautiful seagull that was blissfully sitting on one of the boats moored in the bay.
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A seagull posing in the Bay of Silence – Une mouette posant dans la Baie du Silence – Una gaviota posando en la Bahía del Silencio – Uma gaivota posando na Baía do Silêncio – Eine Möwe posiert in der Bucht der Stille – Một con mòng biển tạo dáng ở Vịnh Im lặng – 一只海鸥在沉默湾摆姿势 – 静寂の湾でポーズをとるカモメ
Pansoti in walnut sauce from the Ao Grumallo farmhouse. A good farmhouse in the hinterland is Ao Grumallo in the municipality of Ne. These are their pansoti, green, in walnut sauce. Really good!
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Pansoti (pansòti in Ligurian, from the Ligurian pansa, in Italian “belly”) are a typical stuffed pasta of Ligurian cuisine, similar to cappelletti, from which they differ essentially in shape and size. Pansoti seasoned with walnut sauce are one of the characteristic dishes of the Genoese tradition. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The pansoti in walnut sauce from the Ao Grumallo farmhouse – Le pansoti à la sauce aux noix de la ferme Ao Grumallo – Los pansoti en salsa de nueces del caserío Ao Grumallo – O pansoti com molho de nozes da quinta Ao Grumallo – Die Pansoti in Walnusssauce vom Bauernhof Ao Grumallo – Pansoti sốt óc chó từ trang trại Ao Grumallo
Dream beaches: Spring Bay in Virgin Gorda. A couple of photos of one of the most beautiful beaches I have been to in the Caribbean: Spring Bay on the beautiful island of Virgin Gorda. The beautiful rocks rounded by the waves frame this beautiful golden beach.
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The British Virgin Islands are an overseas territory of the United Kingdom. They are part of the Virgin Islands archipelago in the Caribbean Sea shared between the United Kingdom and the United States of America. The British Virgin Islands are an archipelago of 40 islands, 15 of which are inhabited including Tortola, Anegada and Virgin Gorda. The capital is the town of Road Town, located on the island of Tortola. The head of state is the sovereign of the United Kingdom (currently King Charles III), who exercises his functions through a governor; the latter, on the sovereign's mandate, has certain duties including that of appointing the prime minister. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
Dream beaches: Spring Bay in Virgin Gorda – Plages de rêve : Spring Bay à Virgin Gorda – Playas de ensueño: Spring Bay en Virgen Gorda – Praias dos sonhos: Spring Bay em Virgin Gorda – Traumstrände: Spring Bay in Virgin Gorda – Những bãi biển trong mơ: Vịnh Spring ở Virgin Gorda – 梦想海滩：维尔京戈尔达岛的斯普林湾 – 夢のビーチ: バージン ゴルダ島のスプリング ベイ
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan. It is one of the most iconic and fascinating places in Milan. Located in the heart of the city, between Piazza del Duomo and Piazza della Scala, the gallery is not only a shopping center, but also an architectural masterpiece. Inaugurated in 1867, the gallery takes its name from the first king of Italy, Vittorio Emanuele II. Designed by architect Giuseppe Mengoni, the structure is famous for its imposing iron and glass roof, which creates a bright and airy atmosphere. The neoclassical decorations and mosaics on the floor add a touch of elegance and refinement. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is also known as the “living room of Milan” for its combination of luxury shops, restaurants, historic cafes and bookstores. Some of the most prestigious brands in the world, such as Prada, Gucci and Louis Vuitton, have boutiques inside the gallery. In addition, the famous Caffè Savini and the Biffi Restaurant offer a unique culinary experience in the historical context of the gallery. A special attraction is the bull mosaic, located in the center of the gallery. According to a local tradition, turning three times on the heels over the bull's testicles brings good luck. This gesture has become a ritual for many visitors and Milanese, adding a touch of folklore to the majesty of the place. Visiting the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II means immersing yourself in the history, art and culture of Milan, while enjoying an unparalleled shopping and dining experience. A place where past and present blend harmoniously, creating a unique and unforgettable atmosphere.
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The Galleria, as a privileged seat of Milanese social life and a symbol of modernity, was one of the favorite meeting places and symbolic places of Futurism, interested as it was in the frenetic life of the city. Among the episodes that we can cite of the movement in the Galleria, in addition to the frequent meeting places, we have the arrest of Boccioni, Carrà, Marinetti, Russolo and Piatti after a demonstration in favor of interventionism with the throwing of leaflets, uproar and burning Austrian flags. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan – La Galerie Vittorio Emanuele II à Milan – La Galería Vittorio Emanuele II de Milán – Galeria Vittorio Emanuele II em Milão – Die Galerie Vittorio Emanuele II in Mailand – Phòng trưng bày Vittorio Emanuele II ở Milan
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