The alley of the Maina district in Sestri Levante. I love walking in the historic center of my town. This area, between the two bays, is called the Maina. This narrow alley, called via Vincenzo Cappellini, runs parallel to the sea and with piazza Marsala and the nearby vico Macelli can be said to be the most authentic part of the seaside village of Sestri. My grandfather was born in this street and I still remember the stories of my dad who, as a child, spent all his days at the seaside in the Bay of Silence and then came to eat with his grandparents who, in fact, lived in this street.
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The most historic building on Via Cappellini is undoubtedly the Hotel Miramare, which was created from the transformation of the noble residence built in the 17th century by Duchess Placidia Spinola, wife of Carlo Doria. The Hotel Miramare – once managed by Vincenzo Cappellini, hence the street name. Continue and learn more on Effecimmobiliare
The alley of the Maina district in Sestri Levante – La ruelle du quartier Maina à Sestri Levante – El callejón del distrito de Maina en Sestri Levante – O beco do bairro Maina em Sestri Levante – Die Gasse des Stadtteils Maina in Sestri Levante – Con hẻm của quận Maina ở Sestri Levante
An alley in the historic center of Perugia. Walking through the beautiful historic center of the Umbrian town of Perugia you come across a maze of streets and alleys that are very beautiful to photograph. The stone walls and streets are spectacular! Like in this photo.
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From the main square in the centre, five royal roads branched off, which connected – and still partly connect – the city of Perugia with Cortona (today the Via Cortonese overlaps with the Trasimeno state road), Orvieto (Via Marscianese), Gubbio (Via Eugubina), Città di Castello and the Via Flaminia (Foligno) which led from Rome to Ariminium (now Romagna). Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
An alley in the historic center of Perugia – Une ruelle dans le centre historique de Pérouse – Un callejón en el centro histórico de Perugia – Um beco no centro histórico de Perugia – Eine Gasse im historischen Zentrum von Perugia – Một con hẻm ở trung tâm lịch sử của Perugia
Where via della Chiusa meets the Caruggio of Sestri Levante. It's not the first time I publish a photo taken from this point of Sestri but I really like this intersection of the historic center of my town. I hope you like it too!
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Where the street called della Chiusa meets the alley of Sestri Levante – Là où la rue appelée della Chiusa rencontre l’allée de Sestri Levante – Donde la calle llamada della Chiusa se encuentra con el callejón de Sestri Levante – Onde a rua chamada della Chiusa encontra o beco de Sestri Levante – Wo die Straße della Chiusa auf die Gasse Sestri Levante trifft – Nơi con phố mang tên della Chiusa gặp con hẻm Sestri Levante
A sbatacchio arch in an alley in Burano. Burano, the Venetian island famous for its colorful houses and lace tradition, is a place that enchants visitors with its unique and picturesque atmosphere. Walking through its narrow streets, you can breathe the authenticity and history of this fascinating island. The alleys of Burano are a labyrinth of colors and architectural details that tell the daily life of the inhabitants. The houses, painted in bright colors, create a spectacular contrast with the canals and moored boats. Every corner of the island offers a new perspective and a new story to discover. In one of these alleys there was this beautiful arch (which in architecture is called sbatacchio arch) which has a decorative but also structural function; in fact, it helps to maintain the stability of the buildings when the space between two buildings is short. One of the most famous aspects of Burano is the lace tradition. The lace makers of the island have passed down this art from generation to generation, creating works of extraordinary beauty and precision. Visiting one of the lace workshops is an unmissable experience for anyone who wants to learn about this ancient tradition up close. Visiting Burano means immersing yourself in a world of colors, traditions and history. Every alley, every house and every architectural detail contribute to creating a unique atmosphere that fascinates and enchants. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this wonderful Venetian island and let yourself be surprised by its timeless beauty.
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Burano is a town of 2,270 inhabitants that stands on four islands in the northern Venetian lagoon. It is part of the municipality of Venice and in particular of the municipality of Venice-Murano-Burano. It is connected by a bridge to the island of Mazzorbo, which has become a sort of appendix. The town is known for its typical brightly colored houses and for the centuries-old artisan needlework of Burano lace. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
A slamming arch in an alley in Burano – Une arche cliquetante dans une ruelle de Burano – Un arco que suena en un callejón de Burano – Um arco barulhento num beco em Burano – Ein klappernder Bogen in einer Gasse in Burano – Một mái vòm lạch cạch trong một con hẻm ở Burano
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Vico Boccanegra in the historic center of Genoa. Walking through Zena, precisely along via Garibaldi (formerly Strada Nuova), you can see many small alleys that lead to the historic heart of the city. This is one of them: vico Boccanegra. In fact, walking along this alley you go down to the Maddalena neighborhood.
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Vico Boccanegra is part of that network of colorful and lively alleys that connect via Garibaldi with Maddalena. The name of the alley pays homage to Simone Boccanegra, elected first doge of Genoa in 1339, who was born here. Continue and learn more on Amezena
Alley called Boccanegra in the historic center of Genoa – Ruelle appelée Boccanegra dans le centre historique de Gênes – Callejón llamado Boccanegra en el centro histórico de Génova – Beco chamado Boccanegra no centro histórico de Génova – Gasse namens Boccanegra im historischen Zentrum von Genua – Con hẻm có tên Boccanegra ở trung tâm lịch sử của Genoa
Palazzo Gio Imperiale seen from via Scurreria in the heart of Genoa. When you want to go down towards Piazza Campetto from the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, you pass via Scurreria and in the background, imposing, stands the beautiful Palazzo Gio Vincenzo Imperiale. I visited it a few years ago, on the occasion of the Rolli Days.
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Palazzo Vincenzo Imperiale is a building located in Campetto at number 8a, in the area of the Mercato di Soziglia in the historic center of Genoa. The building was included in the list of palaces registered with the Rolli of Genoa, sites included by UNESCO in the list of world heritage sites. Designed and decorated in the second half of the sixteenth century by Giovan Battista Castello, it is one of the major Mannerist creations in Liguria. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The Gio Imperiale palace seen from via Scurreria in the heart of Genoa – Le palais du Gio Imperiale vu de la via Scurreria au coeur de Gênes – El palacio Gio Imperiale visto desde via Scurreria en el corazón de Génova – O palácio Gio Imperiale visto da via Scurreria, no coração de Gênova – Der Palast Gio Imperiale von der Via Scurreria im Herzen von Genua aus gesehen – Cung điện Gio Imperiale nhìn từ Scurreria ở trung tâm Genoa
Rua de Santa Maria in Funchal on the island of Madeira. Rua de Santa Maria dates back to the 15th century, when Funchal was still in its early stages of urban development. Originally, the street was one of the main arteries of the city, connecting the local market, Mercado dos Lavradores, to the church of Santa Maria Maior (Socorro) and the Fort of São Tiago. Over the centuries, the street has undergone many transformations, but has always retained its traditional charm. One of the most distinctive aspects of Rua de Santa Maria is the “Art of Open Doors” project that began in 2010. This project involved local and international artists in decorating the doors and facades of the buildings along the street. Each door became a canvas, turning into a unique and colorful work of art. This has not only beautified the street, but has also helped revitalize the area, attracting tourists and residents who are curious to admire the artistic creations. Today, Rua de Santa Maria is a vibrant hub of social and cultural activity. There are numerous restaurants, bars, cafés and art galleries along the street. In the evening, the street comes alive with people enjoying an al fresco dinner or a drink in one of the many welcoming establishments. Among the most popular restaurants are Restaurante Gavião Novo and Tasquinha do Monsieur, where you can taste typical Madeiran cuisine. Walking along Rua de Santa Maria is an experience not to be missed when visiting Funchal. The combination of history, art and social life makes this street a unique and fascinating place. Whether you are an art lover, a history buff or simply looking for a picturesque place to spend some time, Rua de Santa Maria is sure to captivate you.
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The Rua de Santa Maria in Funchal on the island of Madeira – La Rua de Santa Maria à Funchal sur l’île de Madère – La Rua de Santa María en Funchal en la isla de Madeira – A Rua de Santa Maria no Funchal, na ilha da Madeira – Die Rua de Santa Maria in Funchal auf der Insel Madeira – Rua de Santa Maria ở Funchal trên đảo Madeira
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A pastel colored alley on the island of Burano. Even though I was there a long time ago, I still have some beautiful photos of the splendid island, famous throughout the world for the colors of its houses.
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There is also the official website of the island: isoladiburano.it.
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Here is where the island is located:
Burano is a town of 2,270 inhabitants that stands on four islands in the northern Venetian lagoon. It is part of the municipality of Venice and in particular of the municipality of Venice-Murano-Burano. It is connected by a bridge to the island of Mazzorbo, which has become a sort of appendix. The town is known for its typical brightly colored houses and for the centuries-old artisan needlework of Burano lace. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
A pastel colored alley in the island of Burano – Une ruelle aux couleurs pastel sur l’île de Burano – Un callejón de colores pastel en la isla de Burano. – Um beco em tons pastéis na ilha de Burano – Eine pastellfarbene Gasse auf der Insel Burano – Con hẻm màu pastel ở đảo Burano
The alleyway of the village of Sestri Levante in Liguria. When I'm at home, almost every morning, I go downtown for a walk and a coffee. I like to take a walk when there are few people and this happens especially in winter. When sunny days happen, like the one on the day I took this photo, it is one of my favorite subjects for shots.
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The alley of the village of Sestri Levante in Liguria – L’allée du village de Sestri Levante en Ligurie – El callejón del pueblo de Sestri Levante en Liguria – O beco da aldeia de Sestri Levante, na Ligúria – Die Gasse des Dorfes Sestri Levante in Ligurien – Con hẻm của làng Sestri Levante ở Liguria
The alley called the button in the historic center of Sestri Levante. In the picturesque historic center of Sestri Levante, a small and charming passage is known as the Vico del Bottone. This narrow alley, rich in history and character, offers an authentic glimpse into the life and traditions of this charming Ligurian town. The Vico del Bottone probably owes its name to a local legend or perhaps to an old button shop that once stood here. Craftsmen's workshops were common in the narrow alleys of Italian cities, and this small shop may have served both locals and passing sailors. Over time, the name "Vico del Bottone" has become a testimony to the daily life and economic activities that characterized the Sestri Levante of the past. The Vico del Bottone is a perfect example of traditional Ligurian architecture. Its narrow walls, pastel-colored facades and flower-filled balconies create an intimate and welcoming atmosphere. The solid wooden arches and doorways tell stories of times gone by, while details such as slate doorposts give the alley a touch of romance and mystery. Walking through Vico del Bottone, you can admire the simple yet charming beauty of the historic houses, many of which date back centuries and one in particular called Casa delle Viti covered with an imposing vine plant (seen in the photo). The narrow streets invite visitors to slow down and enjoy the quiet pace of life in a Ligurian town. Despite its central location, Vico del Bottone remains a place of peace and tranquility. Away from the hustle and bustle of the main streets, this hidden corner offers a perfect refuge for those seeking a moment of serenity. Here, you can find a bench to sit and reflect, enjoying the beauty and calm of the alley. Visiting Vico del Bottone is like stepping back in time. This small but precious corner of Sestri Levante offers a unique perspective on the history and daily life of the city. It is a place where the past meets the present, and where every stone tells a story. In conclusion, Vico del Bottone is one of the many hidden gems of Sestri Levante, a place that deserves to be discovered and appreciated for its beauty and timeless charm. Walking through this alley, you can breathe the authentic Ligurian atmosphere and discover a piece of the history of this enchanting coastal town.
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The alley called del bottone in the historic center of Sestri Levante – L’allée appelée del bottone dans le centre historique de Sestri Levante – El callejón llamado del bottone en el centro histórico de Sestri Levante – O beco chamado del bottone no centro histórico de Sestri Levante – Die Gasse namens del Bottone im historischen Zentrum von Sestri Levante – Con hẻm có tên del bottone ở trung tâm lịch sử của Sestri Levante
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