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A glimpse of the seaside village of Boccadasse

Uno scorcio del borgo marinaro di Boccadasse a Genova

A glimpse of the seaside village of Boccadasse in Genoa.
Boccadasse is a charming seaside village located in Genoa, known for its pastel-colored houses and its quiet and romantic atmosphere. This small neighborhood, which seems to have come out of a postcard, is characterized by narrow streets, stairways and a small pebble beach where fishermen spread their nets in the sun.

What to see and do in Boccadasse:
The church of Sant’Antonio da Padova: built by fishermen in the 17th century, this church is a place of worship much loved by the inhabitants of the village. Inside, you can admire marble floors of different colors and numerous ex votos that tell stories of rescues at sea.
The small beach of Boccadasse: a small pebble beach where you can relax and enjoy the view of the fishermen's boats and the colorful houses overlooking the sea.
The Türcke Castle: located in Capo Santa Chiara, this medieval-style castle, designed by the architect Gino Coppedè in 1903, offers a spectacular view of the Golfo Paradiso and Portofino.
Ice cream parlors and restaurants: Boccadasse is also famous for its artisanal ice cream parlors and seafood restaurants. It is the ideal place to enjoy an ice cream or a plate of fresh fish while admiring the view.
The Corso Italia promenade: a long promenade that connects Boccadasse to the center of Genoa, perfect for a relaxing stroll overlooking the sea.

The name “Boccadasse” comes from the shape of the inlet on which it stands, which resembles a “donkey’s mouth”. The village is also known as the “village of lovers” for its romantic atmosphere and breathtaking views.

Have you ever visited Boccadasse? If so, what was your favorite spot? If not, is there anything in particular you would like to see or do there?
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Uno scorcio del borgo marinaro di Boccadasse a Genova

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All the photos I took in the village, during different visits, are here:
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Where is the village located:

Boccadasse (Boca d’azë or Bocadâze in Genoese) is an ancient seaside village in the city of Genoa, which is part of the Albaro district. In the current administrative division of the municipality of Genoa it is therefore included in the Municipio VIII – Medio Levante, which in addition to Albaro also includes the Foce and San Martino districts.
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A glimpse of the seaside village of Boccadasse in Genoa – Un aperçu du village balnéaire de Boccadasse à Gênes – Un vistazo al pueblo costero de Boccadasse en Génova – Um vislumbre da aldeia costeira de Boccadasse, em Génova – Ein Blick auf das Küstendorf Boccadasse in Genua – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về ngôi làng ven biển Boccadasse ở Genoa

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References:
– https://discovergenoa.com/boccadasse-genoa/
– https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boccadasse

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A glimpse of the village of Spello in Umbria

Uno scorcio del borgo di Spello in Umbria

A glimpse of the village of Spello in Umbria.
Spello is a charming village located in the province of Perugia, in the heart of Umbria. Known for its picturesque streets and stone houses, Spello is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy and boasts the prestigious Orange Flag tourism-environmental quality mark.
The origins of Spello date back to Roman times, when it was known as Hispellum. The village still preserves numerous testimonies of its past, including the ancient Roman walls and monumental gates such as Porta Consolare and Porta Venere. Walking through its streets, you can admire historic buildings and fascinating churches, such as the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore, which houses frescoes by Pinturicchio.
One of the most famous events in Spello is the Infiorata del Corpus Domini, which takes place every year between May and June. During this event, the streets of the village are transformed into carpets of colorful flowers, creating a magical atmosphere and attracting visitors from all over the world.
Spello is surrounded by lush nature, with centuries-old olive groves that produce high-quality olive oil. The position of the village, perched on a hill, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Umbrian Valley, making it an ideal place for walks and excursions.
Spello's culture is deeply rooted in its traditions and cuisine. Local restaurants offer typical Umbrian dishes, prepared with fresh and genuine ingredients. There is no shortage of artisan shops where you can buy local products and unique souvenirs.

Spello is an unmissable destination for those who wish to discover the authenticity and beauty of Umbria, immersing themselves in a timeless atmosphere.

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Uno scorcio del borgo di Spello in Umbria

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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Here is where the village is located:

Spello (Hispellum in Latin) is an Italian municipality in the province of Perugia in Umbria. It is part of the circuit of the most beautiful villages in Italy and boasts the Orange Flag tourist-environmental quality brand, awarded by the Italian Touring Club. Spello was founded by the Umbrians and then named Hispellum in Roman times; it was then registered with the Lemonia tribe. Later declared "Colonia Giulia" by Caesar and "Splendidissima Colonia Julia" by Augustus, because it supported him in the war of Perugia; after the victory of Augustus, he himself ceded to Hispellum a good part of the territories governed by Perusia and the dominion of the city of Spello extended to the sources of the Clitunno, which were previously under the possession of Mevania. Later it was called "Flavia Costante" by Constantine. Ancient Spello was considered one of the most important cities in Roman Umbria.
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A glimpse of the village of Spello in Umbria – Un aperçu du village de Spello en Ombrie – Un vistazo al pueblo de Spello en Umbría – Um vislumbre da aldeia de Spello na Úmbria – Ein Blick auf das Dorf Spello in Umbrien – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về ngôi làng Spello ở Umbria

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A glimpse into the historic center of Lavagna

Uno scorcio nel centro storico di Lavagna

A glimpse into the historic center of Lavagna.
If I'm not mistaken, this alley, decidedly off the tourist trail of Lavagna and therefore more characteristic, is located just behind the caruggio.
To tell the truth, I was unable to find the name of the street afterwards.

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Uno scorcio nel centro storico di Lavagna

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

A glimpse into the historic center of Lavagna – Un aperçu du centre historique de Lavagna – Un vistazo al centro histórico de Lavagna – Um vislumbre do centro histórico de Lavagna – Ein Blick in das historische Zentrum von Lavagna – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về trung tâm lịch sử của Lavagna
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Strolling through the splendid alleyway of Sestri

A spasso nello splendido caruggio di Sestri Levante

Strolling through the splendid alleyway of Sestri Levante.
In winter, the period in which I took this photo, it is not that difficult to walk through the Sestrese alleyway and meet practically no one.
It is probably the best period to enjoy the centre of my town calmly and take some beautiful photos like this one.

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A spasso nello splendido caruggio di Sestri Levante

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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Strolling through the splendid alleyway of Sestri Levante – Se promener dans la splendide ruelle de Sestri Levante – Caminando por el espléndido callejón de Sestri Levante – Caminhando no esplêndido beco de Sestri Levante – Ein Spaziergang durch die herrliche Gasse von Sestri Levante – Dạo bước trong con hẻm lộng lẫy của Sestri Levante
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A glimpse of Montefalco, the medieval village

Uno scorcio di Montefalco, il borgo medievale in provincia di Perugia, Umbria

A glimpse of Montefalco, the medieval village in the province of Perugia, Umbria.
Walking through the small village of Montefalco you will be amazed by the views that you can admire.
Being on the top of a hill all the streets, let's say the alleys, climb up to flow into the central town square.

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Uno scorcio di Montefalco, il borgo medievale in provincia di Perugia, Umbria

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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Here is where Montefalco is located:

Montefalco is an Italian municipality in the province of Perugia in Umbria. It is the reference point of the wine region where Sagrantino di Montefalco and Montefalco Rosso are produced. The toponym Montefalco is due, according to tradition, to Frederick II of Swabia. The emperor, visiting the places in the 13th century, having noted the large number of falcons, decided to change the name of the place from Coccorone (Cors Coronae) to the current one.
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A glimpse of Montefalco, the medieval village in the province of Perugia, Umbria – Un aperçu de Montefalco, le village médiéval de la province de Pérouse, en Ombrie – Un vistazo a Montefalco, el pueblo medieval de la provincia de Perugia, Umbría – Um vislumbre de Montefalco, a vila medieval da província de Perugia, Umbria – Ein Blick auf Montefalco, das mittelalterliche Dorf in der Provinz Perugia, Umbrien – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về Montefalco, ngôi làng thời trung cổ ở tỉnh Perugia, Umbria
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The arcades with black slate floors from Lavagna

I portici dal pavimento in ardesia nera di Lavagna

The arcades with black slate floors from Lavagna
The small village of Lavagna is famous throughout the world for the quality of its black stone, slate, which was quarried in the mountains behind it.
This “black gold” was also used extensively as decoration and as floor tiles.
As in this portico, located in via Dante Alighieri (near the Basilica of Santo Stefano), where the floor is covered with this polished stone.

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I portici dal pavimento in ardesia nera di Lavagna

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

Here is the spot where this porch is located:

Slate (also called Lavagna stone) is a metamorphic rock of sedimentary origin (Metamarna in pumpellyite-actinolite facies). It is a variety of calcareous-clayey schists easily divisible into thin, flat, light, impermeable and weather-resistant sheets, resulting from low-grade metamorphism of sedimentary rocks formed by the deposition of a very fine silt (marl) due to the erosion of ancient reliefs. Slate is a rock classified as soft or semi-hard. It is a compact stone, leaden-black in color and easily workable.
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The arcades with black slate floors from Lavagna – Les portiques au parquet en ardoise noire de Lavagna – Los pórticos con suelo de pizarra negra de Lavagna – Os pórticos com piso de ardósia preta de Lavagna – Die Portiken mit dem schwarzen Schieferboden von Lavagna – Những mái hiên với sàn đá đen của Lavagna
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The Cathedral of Cadiz seen from an alley in the center

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

The Cathedral of Cadiz seen from an alley in the historic center of the city.
Approaching the majestic Cathedral of Cadiz from one of the alleys in the historic center of the beautiful Spanish city.
You get lost in the maze of narrow streets but then the cathedral appears and you find your way again.

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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Tamron 16-300.

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Here is where the cathedral is located:

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
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An alley in the village of Montefalco in Umbria

Un vicolo del borgo di Montefalco in Umbria

An alley in the village of Montefalco in Umbria.
Montefalco is a charming village located in the Umbria region of Italy. This small town is located on a hill, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Umbrian countryside. Known as the “Balcony of Umbria” for its panoramic position, Montefalco is renowned for its history, culture and wine production.
Montefalco has ancient origins, with traces of settlements dating back to Roman times. During the Middle Ages, the city became an important religious and cultural center. The medieval walls and historic gates, such as the Porta di Sant’Agostino, bear witness to the city’s glorious past.
One of the main points of interest is the Church of San Francesco, which today houses the Civic Museum. Here you can admire frescoes of great artistic value, including works by the famous Renaissance painter Benozzo Gozzoli.

Montefalco is famous for its wines, especially Sagrantino di Montefalco, a robust and tannic red wine made from the native grape of the same name. Sagrantino di Montefalco is internationally renowned and is one of Italy’s top wines. In addition to Sagrantino, Montefalco also produces excellent white wines, such as Trebbiano Spoletino.
Local gastronomy is equally renowned, with traditional dishes that include cured meats, cheeses, truffles and high-quality olive oil. Montefalco’s restaurants and trattorias offer an authentic culinary experience, where you can taste Umbrian specialties paired with local wines.

Montefalco hosts numerous events and happenings throughout the year, attracting visitors from all over the world. One of the most important events is the “Settimana Enologica”, held in September and celebrating the grape harvest with wine tastings, cellar tours and folkloristic shows.
The “Fuga del Bove” is another centuries-old tradition, a sort of palio that takes place in August and sees the participation of the four districts of the city in a series of historical and sporting competitions.

The Piazza del Comune, the beating heart of the city, is a charming place to stroll and admire the historic buildings, while the narrow streets and picturesque alleys invite you to explore every corner of the village.
Montefalco is a destination that enchants with its authenticity, the richness of its heritage and the warm welcome of its inhabitants. An ideal place for those who want to immerse themselves in the beauty and culture of Umbria.

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Un vicolo del borgo di Montefalco in Umbria

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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Here is where Montefalco is located:

Montefalco is an Italian municipality in the province of Perugia in Umbria. It is the reference point of the wine region where Sagrantino di Montefalco and Montefalco Rosso are produced. The toponym Montefalco is due, according to tradition, to Frederick II of Swabia. The emperor, visiting the places in the 13th century, having noted the large number of falcons, decided to change the name of the place from Coccorone (Cors Coronae) to the current one.
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An alley in the village of Montefalco in Umbria – Une ruelle dans le village de Montefalco en Ombrie – Un callejón en el pueblo de Montefalco en Umbría – Um beco na aldeia de Montefalco, na Úmbria – Eine Gasse im Dorf Montefalco in Umbrien – Một con hẻm ở làng Montefalco ở Umbria

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Duke's alley in the historic center of Genoa

Vico del Duca nel centro storico di Genova

Vico del Duca in the historic center of Genoa.
Walking along the splendid Via Garibaldi, perhaps the most beautiful street in Genoa, several alleys start off that lead down to the most hidden alleys of the historic center.
One of them is this one that starts right in front of Palazzo Doria Tursi.

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Vico del Duca nel centro storico di Genova

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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In Via Garibaldi in front of the Palazzo del Comune of Genoa is the vico del Duca. The caruggio is called this way precisely because of the name of the palace of the Duke of Tursi, seat of the first citizen of Genoa. Tursi is a town in Basilicata that was granted as a fief in 1552 to Admiral Andrea Doria as a marquisate (later duchy) by Emperor Charles V.
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The alley called del Duca in the historic center of Genoa – L’allée appelée del Duca dans le centre historique de Gênes – El callejón llamado del Duca en el centro histórico de Génova – O beco chamado del Duca no centro histórico de Génova – Die Gasse namens del Duca im historischen Zentrum von Genua – Con hẻm mang tên del Duca ở trung tâm lịch sử của Genoa
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A glimpse of Spello, the splendid Umbrian village

Uno scorcio di Spello, lo splendido borgo umbro

A glimpse of Spello, the splendid Umbrian village.
On my last holiday I went to beautiful Umbria and visited some of the most beautiful villages in Italy.
One of these is definitely Spello with its stone alleys.
In one of these I found this beautiful red FIAT 500 and I certainly couldn't help but take a photo (very iconic).

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Uno scorcio di Spello, lo splendido borgo umbro

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

To see all the photos I took in the village click here:

Here is where the village is located:

Spello (Hispellum in Latin) is an Italian municipality in the province of Perugia in Umbria. It is part of the circuit of the most beautiful villages in Italy and boasts the Orange Flag tourist-environmental quality brand, awarded by the Italian Touring Club. Spello was founded by the Umbrians and then named Hispellum in Roman times; it was then registered with the Lemonia tribe. Later declared "Colonia Giulia" by Caesar and "Splendidissima Colonia Julia" by Augustus, because it supported him in the war of Perugia; after the victory of Augustus, he himself ceded to Hispellum a good part of the territories governed by Perusia and the dominion of the city of Spello extended to the sources of the Clitunno, which were previously under the possession of Mevania. Later it was called "Flavia Costante" by Constantine. Ancient Spello was considered one of the most important cities in Roman Umbria.
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A glimpse of Spello, the splendid Umbrian village – Un aperçu de Spello, le splendide village de l’Ombrie – Un vistazo a Spello, el espléndido pueblo de Umbría – Um vislumbre de Spello, a esplêndida aldeia da Úmbria – Ein Blick auf Spello, das prächtige umbrische Dorf – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về Spello, ngôi làng Umbrian lộng lẫy