The small port of Vernazza seen from below.
The wonder of the seaside villages finds one of its greatest examples in Vernazza.
The little square and the houses with unmistakable colors overlooking the sea.
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The Balin area of the seafront promenade of Sestri Levante.
The palm trees, the cycle path and, in the background, the buildings overlooking the promenade.
This is the area called Balin of Viale Rimembranza in my Sestri Levante.
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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon EF-S 10-18.
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A beautiful building in Piazza Bo in Sestri Levante.
I have passed by this square thousands of times but I admit that I have never photographed this beautiful building located in Piazza Bo.
I also ask for the help of visitors because I noticed that the square is dedicated to Francesco Bo, about whom I have not found any information online.
Can you tell me something about it?
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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.
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The Marina di Ponente alley in Sestri Levante.
This alley is probably better known if you photograph it from the other entrance but I also like it from this side, the seafront side.
The red house at the end with the three green shutters and the beautiful green door.
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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 28.
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Piazza della Repubblica in Sestri Levante.
From Piazza della Repubblica my lens today pointed towards Via Eraldo Fico (the road that goes towards the train station).
A slightly more modern part of the city centre.
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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.
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A sundial in the alley of Rapallo.
I love walking around our towns looking for particular corners or elements to photograph and share with the visitors of the site.
Some time ago, walking in via Mazzini, I noticed this beautiful restored sundial.
With the Latin phrase: “Sol omnibus lucet” (translation: the sun shines for everyone)!
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Photo taken with Oppo Reno 12.
Here is where this sundial is located:
Palazzo Grimaldi della Meridiana in Genoa.
Palazzo Grimaldi della Meridiana, located in Genoa, is a splendid example of Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Built in the 16th century, the palace is part of the Rolli of Genoa, a system of noble residences registered as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Here are some key facts about Palazzo Grimaldi della Meridiana:
The palace was built in 1543 by order of Gerolamo Grimaldi, an important member of the Grimaldi family, one of the most influential families in Genoa. Over the centuries, the palace has undergone various alterations and restorations that have enriched its architecture and interior decorations.
The palace features typical Renaissance architectural elements, with the addition of later Baroque decorations. The interiors are decorated with frescoes and stuccoes by famous artists such as Luca Cambiaso and Giovanni Battista Castello.
The palace is famous for its garden and the large sundial on the facade, from which it takes its name. The sundial is a testimony to the scientific and astronomical interest of the period.
Today, the Palazzo della Meridiana hosts cultural events, exhibitions and ceremonies. It is also possible to visit it to admire its splendid rooms and works of art.
As one of the Rolli palaces, the Palazzo della Meridiana was part of the aristocratic residences that, during the Republic of Genoa, were required to host dignitaries and visitors passing through the city on behalf of the State. This unique system was recognized by UNESCO as part of the world heritage in 2006.
The Palazzo della Meridiana is a significant example of the cultural and historical heritage of Genoa, testifying to the wealth and influence of the city's noble families over the centuries.
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This is the official website of the palace: palazzodellameridiana.it.
Here is where the palace is located:
Palazzo Gerolamo Grimaldi – also known as Palazzo della Meridiana – is a building located in Salita di San Francesco at number 4 in the historic center of Genoa, included on July 13, 2006 in the list of forty-two palaces registered in the Rolli of Genoa that became World Heritage Sites by UNESCO on that date. It was built between 1536 and 1544 by the Genoese banker Gerolamo Grimaldi Oliva, who had become rich in Portugal and Spain where he managed the collection of taxes in Cordoba and Granada.
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The majestic Villa Chiappe in Lavagna.
One of my favorite subjects, when I walk, are buildings and villas.
Walking along Corso Buenos Aires in Lavagna there are dozens of these imposing and elegant buildings built by the most famous families of the town.
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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.
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The seaside part of the caruggio of Sestri Levante.
Via XXV Aprile, the caruggio for everyone, is the pedestrian street that crosses the entire center of Sestri Levante up to the two bays: the Baia del Silenzio and the Baia delle Favole.
This is the final part of the street; to the left you go towards silence, to the right towards fairy tales. You decide!
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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon EF-S 10-18.
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The fake painted windows of a building in Chiavari.
Chiavari, a picturesque town on the Ligurian coast, is famous for its beaches and its historic center.
As in many Ligurian villages, you can come across a curious architectural phenomenon: painted windows. These windows, known as “The fake windows”, are a fascinating example of trompe-l’œil, an artistic technique that creates the illusion of three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface.
Walking through the streets of Chiavari, it is easy to be fooled by these painted windows. At first glance, they seem like real openings that overlook bright and tastefully furnished rooms. However, upon closer inspection, you discover that they are only mural paintings, made with such mastery that they fool even the most attentive eye.
The painted windows date back to the 18th century, a period in which the art of trompe-l’œil was very popular in Europe. The owners of the palace, eager to give a touch of elegance and grandeur to their home, commissioned a local artist to create these works. The aim was to create the illusion of a larger and more luxurious palace, without having to face the costs and difficulties of a real renovation.
The trompe-l’œil technique requires great artistic skill and a deep knowledge of the laws of perspective. The artist must be able to reproduce shadows, lights and details with such precision as to create a convincing three-dimensional effect. In the case of the Chiavari windows, the skillful use of colors and shades has made it possible to obtain a surprisingly realistic result.
Today, the painted windows are considered an artistic and cultural heritage of the city. They attract tourists and art lovers from all over the world, eager to admire this extraordinary illusion up close. Local authorities are working to preserve these works, ensuring that they remain intact for future generations.
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