The “Fontana di Diana di Efeso”, also known as the Fountain of Mother Nature, is located nowadays at the opposite end of the “Palazzo d’Este” and in the line of sight of the Fountain of the Dragons. It was originally next to the “Fontana dell’Organo”. Continue reading “Fontana di Diana di Efeso of the Villa d’Este, Tivoli”
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The Rose Garden – Madrid
In the “Parque del Oeste” in Madrid, Spain, there is a spot known as the “Rosaleda” or the Rose Garden. Located on a plain or terrace on the hillside, this garden occupies a space of approximately 32,000 square meters. Continue reading “The Rose Garden – Madrid”
Fountain of Neptune and El Peschiere
From the terrace of the Organ Fountain, you can see through strong jets of water, “El Peschiere”. These are three large ponds that served to maintain a variety of fish for the consumption of the Villa d’Este. Continue reading “Fountain of Neptune and El Peschiere”
The Headquarters of the Society of Jesus
The Society of Jesus was founded in 1534 by the Spaniard Ignacio de Loyola in the city of Rome. It is worth noting that Pope Francis is a Jesuit. Continue reading “The Headquarters of the Society of Jesus”
Fontana della Civetta of the Villa d’Este, Tivoli
The “Fontana della Civetta” or Fountain of the Owl is the work of Giovanni de Duca and is from the mid-16th century. Unlike other fountains in the Villa d’Este, the “Fontana della Civetta” seems to be more formal as it is on a separate terrace bordered by walls with niches. Continue reading “Fontana della Civetta of the Villa d’Este, Tivoli”
The New Church – Assisi
After visiting the “Basilica di Santa Chiara” in Assisi, Italy, and heading towards the “Piazza Comune”, we encountered the “Chiesa Nuova”, a modest temple built in 1615. It is given the name of “Chiesa Nuova ”or“ New Church ”, being the temple most recently constructed at that time. Continue reading “The New Church – Assisi”
The Florentine Abbey
During our visit to Firenze, we stayed in a very cozy place on the “Via Dante Alighieri”, in the shadow of a large bell tower that stood out above the structures on the street. The bell tower is part of the “Fiorentina” Abbey. Continue reading “The Florentine Abbey”
A Hidden Garden in Madrid
Strolling through Madrid (Spain), cutting through the “Plaza de la Villa” and the “Cisneros” house, we arrive at Sacramento Street to find a very unique garden. Continue reading “A Hidden Garden in Madrid”
Fountain of Tripode of the Villa d’Este, Tivoli
On the terrace above the gardens of the “Villa d’Este” in Tivoli we find the Tripod Fountain. This fountain is a replica of an ancient Roman fountain found today in Paris, France, specifically in the Louvre Museum. Continue reading “Fountain of Tripode of the Villa d’Este, Tivoli”
San Zaninovo – Venezia
Crossing the Castello sestiere of Venice, we come across the popularly known Church of San Zaninovo (San Zan Novo). Its proper name is San Giovanni Nuovo and it is dedicated to Saint John the Evangelist. Continue reading “San Zaninovo – Venezia”