The statue of the Redeemer, or more commonly the Christ of Maratea, dominates the city of Maratea, on top of Monte San Biagio.Built to replace the commemorative cross placed in memory of the attack suffered by the ancient fortified citadel in 1806, the Christ is the work of Stefano Rivetti from Biella, who arrived inContinue reading “Christ of Maratea”
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Devil’s Bridge
The Ponte della Maddalena,also known as the Devil’s Bridge. It is located in the Municipality of Borgo a Mozzano, in the Garfagnana (beautiful places, unfortunately little known, advertised and visited.). A bold work with arches of particular charm, it was built or at least started by the Countess Matilda di Canossa in the 11th century,Continue reading “Devil’s Bridge”
Fall … harvest time!
Even if this is a particular year and with uncertain times, the harvests in Italy have begun and many have managed to finish it along the boot, last week without hitches. The growing season began earlier this year with a short winter and a warm, sunny spring. May and June were unusually cool with lotsContinue reading “Fall … harvest time!”
Villanis Mario 