Il globo in pietra nel porto di Flam in Norvegia. Uno dei simboli di questo piccolo borgo di pescatori, sicuramente un simbolo moderno, è questo globo in pietra nera che, grazie ad un meccanismo e all’acqua, ruota continuamente. E’ nella piazza principale della piccola cittadina norvegese.
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Flåm is a Norwegian village of about 500 inhabitants, at the end of the Aurlandsfjord, a branch of the Sognefjord. The village is located in the municipality of Aurland, in the county of Vestland, Norway. It is touched by the European route E16. The valley of Flåm was formed by the thick layer of ice that remained in this area for millions of years: the erosion of the glacier made the land sink, creating the deep and wide valleys that attract a large number of tourists every year. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The stone globe in the port of Flam in Norway – Le globe de pierre dans le port de Flam en Norvège – El globo de piedra en el puerto de Flam en Noruega – O globo de pedra no porto de Flam, na Noruega – Die Steinkugel im Hafen von Flam in Norwegen – Quả cầu đá ở cảng Flam ở Na Uy – 挪威弗洛姆港的石球 – ノルウェーのフロム港にある石の地球儀
The Colosseum: An Iconic Symbol of Ancient Rome. The Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is one of the most iconic and recognisable monuments in the world. Located in the heart of Rome, Italy, this impressive amphitheatre has a fascinating history and timeless beauty that attracts visitors from all over the world. In this article, we will explore the history, architecture and cultural significance of the Colosseum. The Colosseum was built during the time of the Roman Empire and is one of the largest amphitheatres ever built. Its construction began in 70-72 AD under Emperor Vespasian of the Flavian dynasty and was completed in 80 AD under his son, Emperor Titus. This grand amphitheater could seat up to 80,000 spectators and was used for a variety of public events, including gladiatorial games, theatrical performances, mock naval battles and other spectacles. Its troubled history includes fires, earthquakes and looting, but the Colosseum has withstood the passage of centuries and has remained standing, a witness to the ages and transformations of the city of Rome. In the Middle Ages, it was used as a stone quarry for the construction of other buildings, but today it is a symbol of great historical and cultural importance. The architecture of the Colosseum is an extraordinary example of Roman ingenuity. The amphitheater is mainly built of travertine stone, with an elliptical structure that measures approximately 189 meters in length, 156 meters in width and reaches a height of over 48 meters. The exterior façade was adorned with Doric, Ionic and Corinthian columns, which helped give the Colosseum a majestic elegance. Inside, the stands were divided into different sections reserved for different social classes. The central section was reserved for the Roman elite, while the lower classes occupied the higher sections. The central part of the arena hosted the spectacular gladiatorial performances, battles between wild beasts and other shows. The arena was actually a wooden platform covered with sand, which could be raised to reveal the underground cells where gladiators and animals were prepared for performances. The Colosseum is a symbol of Roman architectural ingenuity and the importance of games and entertainment in Roman society. It is also an important historical and tourist site, attracting millions of visitors from around the world each year. In 1980, it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and was included among the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007. In addition to its historical importance, the Colosseum is a place of profound cultural and emotional significance for the Italian people. It is a symbol of national pride and the ancient grandeur of Rome.
In conclusion, the Colosseum remains an icon of ancient Rome, an extraordinary monument that tells the story of the Roman Empire and its cultural legacy. Its magnificence and fascinating history make it a must-see for anyone visiting the Eternal City. Do you know Rome and its monuments? Add your own comment or go to the bottom of the site to read what other visitors have written.
The Colosseum, originally known as the Flavian Amphitheatre or simply as Amphitheatrum, is the largest amphitheatre in the world, located in the centre of the city of Rome. Able to hold an estimated 50,000 to 75,000 spectators, it is the most important Roman amphitheatre, as well as the most impressive monument of ancient Rome that has come down to us, known throughout the world as a symbol of the city of Rome and one of the symbols of Italy. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The Colosseum: an iconic symbol of Ancient Rome – Le Colisée : un symbole emblématique de la Rome antique – El Coliseo: un símbolo icónico de la Antigua Roma – O Coliseu: um símbolo icônico da Roma Antiga – Das Kolosseum: ein ikonisches Symbol des antiken Roms – Đấu trường La Mã: biểu tượng mang tính biểu tượng của La Mã cổ đại – 罗马斗兽场:古罗马的标志性象征 – コロッセオ: 古代ローマの象徴的なシンボル
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The Magical Trevi Fountain in Rome The Trevi Fountain, located in the heart of Rome, is one of the world's most iconic architectural wonders. This baroque masterpiece is much more than just a fountain; it is a symbol of beauty, history and desire, surrounded by legends and traditions that fascinate visitors from all over the world. The Trevi Fountain, designed by Niccolò Salvi and completed in 1762 by Giuseppe Pannini, is a triumph of Baroque art. Its elaborate facade and imposing sculptures make it a true visual spectacle. The statues represent the god Oceanus, accompanied by Tritons and seahorses, while Neptune, the god of the sea, emerges in the center. This fountain is surrounded by a number of legends and traditions. The most famous involves throwing a coin over your left shoulder into the fountain. Popular belief is that whoever does this is destined to return to Rome. Throwing a second coin will ensure a new love, while a third coin will ensure a marriage. This tradition attracts thousands of visitors every day, and the collected coins are donated to charity. The Trevi Fountain has left an indelible mark on popular culture. It has appeared in numerous films, including Federico Fellini’s “La Dolce Vita,” where Anita Ekberg dives into the water, creating an iconic cinematic scene. The fountain has also been celebrated in songs and works of art, confirming its status as an enduring symbol of art, beauty, and passion. In 2014, the Trevi Fountain underwent a major restoration funded by the fashion house Fendi, which restored its original beauty. Today, the fountain continues to be one of the most visited places in Rome, and the constant flow of visitors helps to keep its beauty alive.
In conclusion, the Trevi Fountain is much more than a simple tourist attraction. It is a symbol of Rome and its eternal beauty, a place where history, art and tradition are fascinatingly intertwined. The prospect of making a wish and throwing a coin into this fountain continues to inspire dreams and hopes of visitors from all over the world.
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The Trevi Fountain is the largest and most famous fountain in Rome. Built on the facade of Palazzo Poli by Nicola Salvi, the competition announced by Pope Clement XII in 1731 was initially won by the French sculptor Lambert-Sigisbert Adam but the assignment was subsequently passed to Salvi. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The magical Trevi Fountain: a source of beauty and legends – La magique fontaine de Trevi : source de beauté et de légendes – La mágica Fontana de Trevi: fuente de belleza y leyendas – A mágica Fonte de Trevi: fonte de beleza e lendas – Der magische Trevi-Brunnen: eine Quelle der Schönheit und Legenden – Đài phun nước Trevi kỳ diệu: nguồn gốc của vẻ đẹp và huyền thoại – 神奇的特莱维喷泉:美丽和传奇的源泉 – 魔法のトレビの泉: 美と伝説の源
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A glimpse of the Flavian Amphitheater, the Colosseum, in Rome. A few months ago I was in Rome for an errand and I took the classic tourist tour of the many attractions that the capital of Italy offers. The most famous of all, perhaps, and one of the symbols of the city is the Colosseum. This is a deliberately partial shot of the exterior.
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The Colosseum, originally known as the Flavian Amphitheatre or simply as Amphitheatrum, is the largest amphitheatre in the world, located in the centre of the city of Rome. Able to hold an estimated 50,000 to 75,000 spectators, it is the most important Roman amphitheatre, as well as the most impressive monument of ancient Rome that has come down to us, known throughout the world as a symbol of the city of Rome and one of the symbols of Italy. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
A glimpse of the Flavian Amphitheater, the Colosseum, the famous monument of Rome – Un aperçu de l’Amphithéâtre Flavien, du Colisée, le célèbre monument de Rome – Un vistazo al Anfiteatro Flavio, el Coliseo y el famoso monumento de Roma – Um vislumbre do Anfiteatro Flaviano, do Coliseu, o famoso monumento de Roma – Ein Blick auf das flavische Amphitheater, das Kolosseum, das berühmte Denkmal Roms – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về Nhà hát vòng tròn Flavian, Đấu trường La Mã, tượng đài nổi tiếng của Rome – 一睹弗拉维安露天剧场、罗马斗兽场、罗马著名古迹的风采 – フラウィウス円形劇場、コロッセオ、ローマの有名な記念碑を垣間見る
The Arch of Constantine: one of the most famous monuments in Rome. The Arch of Constantine, located near the Colosseum, is one of the most famous and best preserved monuments of ancient Rome. Built in 315 AD, the arch was erected to celebrate the victory of Emperor Constantine I in the Battle of the Milvian Bridge (312 AD), which marked his triumph over Maxentius and the consolidation of his power. The arch is approximately 21 meters high and has three arches (fornices): a larger central one and two smaller lateral ones. Its decoration is an example of artistic syncretism, as it incorporates reliefs from monuments of previous eras, probably to underline the continuity of imperial authority. Some of the reliefs were taken from monuments of Trajan, Hadrian and Marcus Aurelius, adapted and inserted into the context of Constantine's triumph. The importance of the arch lies not only in its artistic value, but also in its historical significance. Constantine's victory was decisive for the spread of Christianity, since, according to tradition, the emperor attributed his success to divine intervention. A few years later, with the Edict of Milan (313 AD), Constantine guaranteed freedom of worship to Christians, marking a fundamental turning point in the history of the empire and of Christianity itself. Today, the Arch of Constantine is one of the most visited monuments in Rome, a silent witness to the greatness and change of the Roman Empire.
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The Arch of Constantine is a triumphal arch with three arches (with a central passage flanked by two smaller lateral passages), located in Rome, a short distance from the Colosseum. In addition to its considerable historical importance as a monument, the Arch can be considered as a true museum of official Roman sculpture, extraordinary in its richness and importance. Continua ed approfondisci su Wikipedia
The Arch of Constantine: one of the most famous monuments in Rome – L’Arc de Constantin : l’un des monuments les plus célèbres de Rome – El Arco de Constantino: uno de los monumentos más famosos de Roma – O Arco de Constantino: um dos monumentos mais famosos de Roma – Der Konstantinsbogen: eines der berühmtesten Denkmäler Roms – Arch of Constantine: một trong những di tích nổi tiếng nhất ở Rome – 君士坦丁凯旋门:罗马最著名的古迹之一 – コンスタンティヌスの凱旋門: ローマで最も有名な記念碑の 1 つ
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The Monument to Bella Italia in Piazza della Loggia in Brescia. In the famous Piazza della Loggia in Brescia there is also this marble statue holding a new flag and a laurel wreath. In the background the famous Clock Tower (with the astronomical clock).
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The statue was conceived in the midst of the Risorgimento to commemorate the fallen of the Ten Days of Brescia and was executed by the sculptor Giovanni Battista Lombardi with full funding from Vittorio Emanuele II. The inauguration took place in 1864 and the new monument still occupies the north-eastern portion of the square today. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The Monument to Bella Italia in Piazza della Loggia in Brescia – Le Monument à Bella Italia sur la Piazza della Loggia à Brescia – El Monumento a Bella Italia en Piazza della Loggia en Brescia – O Monumento a Bella Italia na Piazza della Loggia em Brescia – Das Denkmal für Bella Italia auf der Piazza della Loggia in Brescia – Đài tưởng niệm Bella Italia ở quảng trường Piazza della Loggia ở Brescia – 布雷西亚凉廊广场 Bella Italia 纪念碑 – ブレシアのロッジア広場にあるベッラ・イタリアのモニュメント
Garibaldi square and the Governor's Palace in Parma. One of the most iconic squares of the splendid city of Parma is certainly Piazza Verdi with, behind the statue of the Hero of the Two Worlds, the beautiful Governor's Palace.
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Having lost its original mercantile functions, the building soon became the seat of the Captain of the city and, subsequently, of the Governor, the Civil Auditor and other municipal magistrates; however, it maintained its architectural structure unchanged for centuries. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The square of Garibaldi and the Governor’s Palace in Parma – la place Garibaldi et le Palais du Gouverneur à Parme – la plaza de Garibaldi y el Palacio del Gobernadoren Parma – Piazza Garibaldi e Palácio do Governador em Parma – der Platz von Garibaldi und der Gouverneurspalast in Parma – quảng trường Garibaldi ở Parma – 帕尔马加里波第广场 – ガリバルディ広場とパルマの知事の宮殿
The funeral monument to Ilaria del Carretto in the Cathedral of Lucca. One of the most famous monuments in Lucca is certainly this tomb, inside the Cathedral of Lucca (San Martino), dedicated to the Noblewoman Ilaria del Carretto daughter of the Marquises of Zuccarello sculpted by Jacopo della Quercia. The beauty of this marble work is the delicacy of the sculpture which, like the Veiled Christ of Naples (which I have not yet managed to see), almost seems like a divine or magical work. I will not waste time describing the work by copying here and there from the internet but as always I refer you to Wikipedia further down.
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The portrait is sweet and elegant, with a poignant contrast between the beauty of the subject and the state of death that has entered the collective imagination. The drapery is still late Gothic, aligned with contemporary Burgundian sculpture, but the portrait is characterized individually, the result of the lesson of the new Humanism, while the motif of the putti with festoons on their sides is an explicit classical citation. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The funeral monument to Ilaria del Carretto in the cathedral of Lucca- Le monument funéraire d’Ilaria del Carretto dans la cathédrale de Lucca – El monumento funerario a Ilaria del Carretto en la catedral de Lucca – O monumento fúnebre a Ilaria del Carretto na Catedral de Lucca – Das Grabmal für Ilaria del Carretto in der Kathedrale von Lucca – Đài tưởng niệm lễ tang Ilaria del Carretto trong nhà thờ Lucca – Ilaria del Carretto 的葬礼纪念碑在卢卡大教堂 – ルッカ大聖堂にあるイラリアデルカレットの葬儀の記念碑
Il Cappellone del Crocifisso della chiesa di San Domenico Maggiore a Napoli. Una delle cappelle più grandi, belle ed importanti all’interno della chiesa di San Domenico Maggiore costruita dalla famiglia Carafa una antica e nobile famiglia napoletana.
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Il cappellone del Crocifisso (o Carafa) è una cappella rinascimentale della chiesa di San Domenico Maggiore di Napoli, tra le più grandi e importanti del complesso religioso, considerata di fatto pantheon di sepolture della famiglia Carafa per via del cospicuo numero di monumenti funebri dedicati a esponenti del casato napoletano. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The chapel of the Crucifix of the church of San Domenico Maggiore in Naples – La chapelle du Crucifix de l’église de San Domenico Maggiore à Naples – La capilla del Crucifijo de la iglesia de San Domenico Maggiore en Nápoles – Die Kapelle des Kruzifixes der Kirche San Domenico Maggiore in Neapel – Nhà nguyện Thánh giá của nhà thờ San Domenico Maggiore ở Naples
The obelisk of the Immaculate Conception in Piazza del Gesù Nuovo in Naples. One of the three obelisks or spires present in the beautiful city of Naples. When I was taking the photo, in front of the monument, there were two fire trucks that I decided to leave to remind us of how important the Fire Brigade always is.
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The obelisk of the Immaculate Conception (or more properly the spire of the Immaculate Conception) is a baroque obelisk in Naples located in Piazza del Gesù Nuovo, in front of the church of the same name. The monument is chronologically the last of the three great obelisks of Naples, having been erected in the eighteenth century and therefore after that of San Gennaro and San Domenico. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The obelisk of the Immaculate Conception in Piazza del Gesù Nuovo in Naples – L’obélisque de l’Immaculée Conception sur la Piazza del Gesù Nuovo à Naples – El obelisco de la Inmaculada Concepción en la Piazza del Gesù Nuovo en Nápoles – Der Obelisk der Unbefleckten Empfängnis auf der Piazza del Gesù Nuovo in Neapel – Đài tưởng niệm Đức Mẹ Vô Nhiễm Nguyên Tội ở Piazza del Gesù Nuovo ở Naples