Inside the Cathedral of NS dell’Orto in Chiavari

All'interno della Cattedrale di NS dell'Orto a Chiavari

Inside the Cathedral of NS dell’Orto in Chiavari.
The beautiful cathedral of Chiavari photographed a little while ago.

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All'interno della Cattedrale di NS dell'Orto a Chiavari

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The Cathedral of Nostra Signora dell’Orto is a Catholic place of worship located in the municipality of Chiavari, in Piazza Nostra Signora dell’Orto, in the metropolitan city of Genoa. Episcopal seat of the diocese of Chiavari, it is also a Marian sanctuary and seat of the homonymous parish of the vicariate of Chiavari-Lavagna.
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The interior of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Garden in Chiavari – L’intérieur de la cathédrale Notre-Dame du Jardin de Chiavari – El interior de la Catedral de Nuestra Señora del Jardín en Chiavari – O interior da Catedral de Nossa Senhora do Jardim em Chiavari – Das Innere der Kathedrale Unserer Lieben Frau vom Garten in Chiavari – Nội thất của Nhà thờ Đức Mẹ Vườn ở Chiavari – 基亚瓦里花园圣母大教堂的内部 – キアヴァリの庭の聖母大聖堂の内部

The magnificent Spoleto Cathedral and its churchyard

Il magnifico Duomo di Spoleto ed il suo sagrato

The magnificent Cathedral of Spoleto and its churchyard.
If you find yourself in Spoleto, you cannot miss a visit to the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, also known as the Cathedral of Spoleto. This masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, built between 1151 and 1227, is the city's main place of worship and an Italian national monument.
The cathedral's façade is a real spectacle, with its central rose window and golden mosaics that sparkle in the sun. Inside, you can admire frescoes by Filippo Lippi, which tell the stories of the Virgin Mary, and works by Pinturicchio.
Every year, during the Festival dei Due Mondi, the cathedral becomes one of the most evocative places of the event, hosting concerts and shows that pay homage to its beauty and history.
Don't miss the opportunity to visit this extraordinary example of art and spirituality. The Cathedral of Spoleto awaits you for a journey through time and beauty!

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The cathedral was built between 1151 and 1227 on the site of a pre-existing building; it was part of the Vaita De Domo. It was consecrated by Pope Innocent III in 1198. Inside, in the apse, there is the valuable cycle of frescoes by Filippo Lippi Stories of the Virgin, painted in the last years of the artist's life, between May 1467 and September 1469.
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The magnificent Spoleto Cathedral and its churchyard – La magnifique cathédrale de Spolète et son cimetière – La magnífica catedral de Spoleto y su cementerio – A magnífica Catedral de Spoleto e o seu adro – Die prächtige Kathedrale von Spoleto und ihr Kirchhof – Nhà thờ Spoleto tráng lệ và sân nhà thờ của nó

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The main altar of the church of Sao Joao in Funchal

L'altare maggiore della chiesa di Sao Joao a Funchal

The main altar of the church of Sao Joao in Funchal.
The Igreja de São João Evangelista do Colégio do Funchal is a religious building in the city of Funchal, on the island of Madeira.
I visited it, by chance, a few months ago and took a couple of photos of the splendid gilded wooden altar.

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Funchal is a Portuguese municipality, the capital of the autonomous region of Madeira. Funchal is the largest city on the island; it was founded in 1421 by João Gonçalves Zarco and was elevated to city status by King Manuel I in 1508. Today Funchal is a modern city, located in a unique area, where the geological conformation creates a natural amphitheater that surrounds the entire city, starting from the port and reaching up to 1200 meters of its highest slopes. This natural protection attracted the first inhabitants who formed the initial nucleus of Funchal.
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The main altar of the Sao Joao church in Funchal – Le maître-autel de l’église Sao Joao de Funchal – El altar mayor de la iglesia de Sao Joao en Funchal – O altar-mor da igreja de São João no Funchal – Der Hauptaltar der Sao Joao-Kirche in Funchal – Bàn thờ chính của nhà thờ Sao Joao ở Funchal – 丰沙尔圣若昂教堂的主祭坛 – フンシャルのサン・ジョアン教会の主祭壇

The churchyard of Santo Stefano church in Lavagna

Il sagrato della chiesa di Santo Stefano a Lavagna

The churchyard of the church of Santo Stefano in Lavagna.
The village of Lavagna has its beautiful main church, Santo Stefano, with the splendid churchyard that I present to you in this post.
The church is framed by the colored houses on one side, the paving of rounded stones with green grass and (in the photo you can only see it minimally) the Brignardello portico.

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Il sagrato della chiesa di Santo Stefano a Lavagna

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The collegiate basilica of Santo Stefano is a Catholic place of worship in the municipality of Lavagna, in Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, in the metropolitan city of Genoa. The church is the seat of the parish of the same name of the vicariate of Chiavari-Lavagna of the diocese of Chiavari.
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The churchyard of the church of Santo Stefano a Lavagna – Le cimetière de l’église de Santo Stefano a Lavagna – El cementerio de la iglesia de Santo Stefano a Lavagna – O adro da igreja de Santo Stefano a Lavagna – Der Kirchhof der Kirche Santo Stefano a Lavagna – Sân nhà thờ Santo Stefano a Lavagna – 圣斯特凡诺拉瓦尼亚教堂的墓地 – サント ステファノ ア ラヴァーニャ教会の墓地

The esplanade of the church of San Pietro in Portovenere

La spianata della chiesa di San Pietro a Portovenere

The esplanade of the church of San Pietro in Portovenere.
The church of San Pietro in Portovenere is one of the most evocative and fascinating places in Liguria. Situated at the end of the promontory that juts out into the sea, this Gothic church, with its characteristic black and white bands, dominates the surrounding landscape and offers a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Poets and the island of Palmaria¹².
The church of San Pietro has an ancient and complex history. Its origins date back to the 5th century, when a small early Christian church was built on the remains of a pagan temple dedicated to Venus¹. In the 13th century, the Genoese built a new Gothic church, connected to the pre-existing structure, creating a single larger building².
The architecture of the church is a mix of Romanesque and Gothic styles. The oldest part, in dark stone, is characterised by a rectangular plan with a semicircular apse, while the Gothic part, built by the Genoese, features the typical black and white bands¹². Inside, the church is divided into three naves separated by pillars, with a white marble altar².
The esplanade of the church of San Pietro is a large stone-paved area, surrounded by ancient walls. This open space offers a panoramic view of the sea and the surrounding cliffs, making it an ideal place for walks and moments of contemplation³. The esplanade is also a starting point for exploring the natural and historical beauties of Portovenere, such as Byron's Cave and the Doria Castle⁴.
The church of San Pietro and its esplanade have been a source of inspiration for many poets and artists. Eugenio Montale, Nobel Prize winner for literature, described this place as a “Christian temple” where “every near hour is ancient”¹. The beauty and serenity of this place continue to enchant visitors from all over the world.
Portovenere is easily reached by car, bus or ferry from La Spezia. Once you arrive, a picturesque street full of little shops leads to the church of San Pietro and its esplanade².
The esplanade of the church of San Pietro in Portovenere is a place of extraordinary beauty and historical importance. With its unique architecture, spectacular views and poetic atmosphere, it represents an unmissable stop for those visiting Liguria.

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La spianata della chiesa di San Pietro a Portovenere

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The church of San Pietro in the capital. Built between the 5th and 13th centuries in Genoese Gothic style, it is perched on the rock of the promontory of the Bocche di Porto Venere. The church of San Pietro is the “Christian temple” cited by Eugenio Montale in a suggestive poem, dedicated to Portovenere.
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The esplanade of the church of San Pietro in Portovenere – L’esplanade de l’église San Pietro de Portovenere – La explanada de la iglesia de San Pietro en Portovenere – A esplanada da igreja de San Pietro in Portovenere – Die Promenade der Kirche San Pietro in Portovenere – Lối đi dạo của nhà thờ San Pietro ở Portovenere

¹: [Wikipedia](https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiesa_di_San_Pietro_%28Portovenere%29)
²: [Terre di Lunigiana](https://www.terredilunigiana.com/golfodeipoeti/portoveneresanpietro.php)
³: [Il Blog di Petardo](https://petardo.over-blog.it/2016/07/portovenere-chiesa-di-san-pietro.html)
⁴: [Salentoacolory](https://www.salentoacolory.it/la-chiesa-san-pietro-portovenere/)

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The bell tower of San Lorenzo seen from Castelletto

Il campanile di San Lorenzo visto dalla spianata di Castelletto

The bell tower of San Lorenzo seen from the Castelletto esplanade.
The city of Genoa, with its historical and architectural charm, offers numerous panoramic points from which to admire its beauties. One of the most evocative is undoubtedly the Castelletto esplanade, a panoramic terrace that offers a breathtaking view of the city and the sea. Among the many buildings that stand out on the horizon, the majestic bell tower of the Cathedral of San Lorenzo stands out.

From the Esplanade of Castelletto, the bell tower of San Lorenzo rises with its characteristic Gothic structure, characterized by black and white horizontal bands⁴. This bell tower, an integral part of the cathedral, is one of the most significant examples of Gothic architecture in Italy. Its grandeur and elegance immediately capture the attention of anyone who happens to admire the view from the esplanade.
The Cathedral of San Lorenzo is the main Catholic place of worship in Genoa and its construction dates back to the 9th century. However, the Gothic bell tower was added only later, in the 13th century, and represents a perfect example of how medieval architecture has evolved over the centuries. The black and white bands that decorate the bell tower are typical of the Genoese style and give the building a unique and recognizable appearance.

The Spianata di Castelletto is not only a panoramic point, but also a place of peace and tranquility where Genoese and tourists can relax and enjoy the view. The terrace is easily accessible and offers a 360-degree view of the city, allowing you to admire not only the bell tower of San Lorenzo, but also other historic buildings such as the Palazzo Ducale and the Torre Grimaldina⁴.
Visiting the Spianata di Castelletto and admiring the bell tower of San Lorenzo is an experience that allows you to fully appreciate the beauty and history of Genoa. This panoramic point offers a unique perspective on the city and its architectural treasures, making every visit an unforgettable moment.

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Il campanile di San Lorenzo visto dalla spianata di Castelletto

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Saint Lawrence was one of the seven deacons of Rome, where he was martyred in 258 during the persecution ordered by the Roman Emperor Valerian in 257. The Catholic Church venerates him as a saint. Since the 4th century, Lawrence has been one of the most venerated martyrs in the Church of Rome. Constantine I was the first to build a small oratory on the site of his martyrdom. This building was enlarged and embellished by Pelagius II (579-590).
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The bell tower of San Lorenzo seen from the Castelletto esplanade – Le clocher de San Lorenzo vu de l’esplanade du Castelletto – El campanario de San Lorenzo visto desde la explanada de Castelletto – A torre sineira de San Lorenzo vista da esplanada de Castelletto – Der Glockenturm von San Lorenzo von der Castelletto-Promenade aus gesehen – Tháp chuông San Lorenzo nhìn từ lối đi dạo Castelletto

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(3) Spianata Castelletto – All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024). https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g187823-d2312197-Reviews-Spianata_Castelletto-Genoa_Italian_Riviera_Liguria.html.
(4) SPIANATA CASTELLETTO (2024) All You Need to Know BEFORE … – Tripadvisor. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g187823-d2312197-Reviews-Spianata_Castelletto-Genoa_Italian_Riviera_Liguria.html.

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The Passion Facade of the Sagrada Familia

La Facciata della Passione della Sagrada Familia a Barcellona

The Passion Facade of the Sagrada Familia
One of Gaudí's masterpieces recognized throughout the world is the Sagrada Familia.
The eternally unfinished Spanish cathedral.
This is one of the many facades, dedicated to the Passion of Christ, surmounted by four of the church's many towers.

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La Facciata della Passione della Sagrada Familia a Barcellona

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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.
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The Passion Facade of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona – La façade Passion de la Sagrada Familia à Barcelone – La fachada de la Pasión de la Sagrada Familia de Barcelona – A fachada da Paixão da Sagrada Família em Barcelona – Die Passionsfassade der Sagrada Familia in Barcelona – Mặt tiền Passion của Sagrada Familia ở Barcelona

La torre della cattedrale di Funchal a Madera

La torre della cattedrale di Funchal nell'isola di Madera

La torre della cattedrale di Funchal nell’isola di Madera.
Amo fotografare le città dalla nave, quando non riesco a scendere a terra, perchè con un buon teleobiettivo si possono evidenziare particolari carini.
Come in questo caso dove ho posto l’attenzione sul campanile della cattedrale di Funchal.

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La torre della cattedrale di Funchal nell'isola di Madera

La torre della cattedrale di Funchal nell'isola di Madera

La torre della cattedrale di Funchal nell'isola di Madera

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The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary is the Catholic cathedral of Funchal, Portugal, and the seat of the Diocese of Funchal. It is located in the center of the city, not far from the marina, in the area called Campo del Duca. Its construction began in the late 1400s. It was the first important church built on the island. Previously, there was a church near the beach of Calhau, but as the number of inhabitants increased thanks to the flourishing sugar cane trade, the church could no longer accommodate all the faithful, so it was decided to build a larger one in the center of the city.
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The tower of Funchal Cathedral in the island of Madeira – La tour de la cathédrale de Funchal sur l’île de Madère – La torre de la Catedral de Funchal en la isla de Madeira – A torre da Catedral do Funchal, na ilha da Madeira – Der Turm der Kathedrale von Funchal auf der Insel Madeira – Tháp của Nhà thờ Funchal ở đảo Madeira – 马德拉岛丰沙尔大教堂的塔楼 – マデイラ島のフンシャル大聖堂の塔

Our Lady of Soviore above Monterosso al Mare

Il Santuario di Nostra Signora di Soviore sopra Monterosso al Mare

The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Soviore above Monterosso al Mare.
Some time ago, while I was at home, I decided to take a nice walk and so I headed (with my wife Dao) to the Cinque Terre. Unfortunately the classic Sentiero Azzurro was closed (and recently I had intelligently not checked on the very up-to-date website of the Park) and so we had to reinvent a route using the large network of trails in the area.
We set off on the path that from Monterosso al Mare passes by this splendid sanctuary and then descends to Vernazza.
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Soviore is truly splendid (and photogenic) and repays the effort of the walk to get there.

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Il Santuario di Nostra Signora di Soviore sopra Monterosso al Mare

Il Santuario di Nostra Signora di Soviore sopra Monterosso al Mare

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The sanctuary of Nostra Signora di Soviore is a Catholic place of worship located in the municipality of Monterosso al Mare, along the provincial road 38, in the province of La Spezia. The religious building is located within the Cinque Terre National Park along the slopes of Mount Soviore (464 m above sea level) among woods and terraced fields near the road between the municipalities of Monterosso al Mare and Levanto. The church is the seat of the parish of the same name of the Vicariate of the Riviera of the diocese of La Spezia-Sarzana-Brugnato, of which the Madonna di Soviore has been the patron saint since 11 May 1974. The main holidays are on 15 August (the feast of the Assumption of Mary) and the Sunday after 8 September.
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The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Soviore on the heights of Monterosso – Le sanctuaire de Notre-Dame du Soviore sur les hauteurs de Monterosso – El Santuario de Nuestra Señora del Soviore en las alturas de Monterosso – O Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Soviore nas alturas de Monterosso – Das Heiligtum Unserer Lieben Frau von Soviore auf den Höhen von Monterosso – Thánh địa Đức Mẹ Soviore trên đỉnh Monterosso – 蒙特罗索高地的索维奥尔圣母朝圣地 – モンテロッソの高台にあるソヴィオーレの聖母の聖域

La cattedrale di Cadice vista da un vicolo del centro

La cattedrale di Cadice vista da un vicolo del centro storico della città

La cattedrale di Cadice vista da un vicolo del centro storico della città.
Avvicinandosi alla maestosa cattedrale di Cadice da uno dei vicoli del centro storico della bella città spagnola.
Ci si perde nel dedalo di viuzze ma poi spunta la cattedrale e si ritrova la via.

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The New Cathedral of Cadiz or Cathedral of the Holy Cross on the Sea (Spanish: Catedral Nueva de Cádiz or Catedral de Santa Cruz sobre el Mar or Catedral de Santa Cruz sobre las Aguas) is located in Cadiz, Spain, and is the cathedral of the Diocese of Cadiz and Ceuta.
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The cathedral of Cadiz seen from an alley in the historic center of the city – La cathédrale de Cadix vue depuis une ruelle du centre historique de la ville – La catedral de Cádiz vista desde un callejón en el centro histórico de la ciudad – A catedral de Cádiz vista de um beco do centro histórico da cidade – Die Kathedrale von Cadiz von einer Gasse im historischen Zentrum der Stadt aus gesehen – Nhà thờ Cadiz nhìn từ một con hẻm ở trung tâm lịch sử của thành phố – 从城市历史中心的一条小巷看到加的斯大教堂 – 街の歴史的中心部の路地から見たカディスの大聖堂