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25.01.2022 Mid-week Inspiration: Il Cenacolo Vinciano (The Last Supper) by one of the greatest painters of all time, Leonardo da Vinci. Painted between 1494 and 1498, this Renaissance Fresco Mural is one of the most famous artworks in the world, as it depicts the dramatic scene in which Jesus declares that one of the Apostles will betray him and later institutes the Eucharist. Leonardo’s Last Supper is located in its original place, on the wall of the dining room of the former Dominica...n convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan. To protect the paint from deterioration and to ensure that the fresco is maintained at room temperature, visitor's' entry has been restricted to a group of 25 people every 15 minutes. A brief visit but definitely a memorable one. We can't wait to visit Milano again.. #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #leonardodavinci #thelastsupper #art #ilcenacolovinciano #milan #milano #italianart #iloveitaly #Italianfresco #italianrenaissance #masterpiece #artlovers #classic #culture #hisotry See more

25.01.2022 The Amalfi Lemon doing what it does BEST Amalfi, Amalfi Coast, Campania #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #amalfi #amalficoast #costieraamalfitana #campania #southernitaly #italy #italia #lemon #limoncello #drink #food #italianfood #visititaly #experienceitaly #uniqueexperience #italytrip #tourwithus #smallgrouptours @amalfi_lemon_tour

23.01.2022 What Italians know how to do!!! #uncoveritaly #italianlife #italianways #iloveitlay #italiansdoitbetter #classic #humor #lifeofanitalian

22.01.2022 The Ultimate Pizza Experience Antica Pizzeria Port'Alba, Naples #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #naples #napoli #southernitaly #campania #italy #italia #travels #italianfood #pizza #visititaly #experienceitaly #uniqueexperience #italytrip #travelinspiration #tourwithus #smallgrouptours @gennaro_luciano_maestro

21.01.2022 Buon Ferragosto Amici.. Ferragosto, a holiday that was first proclaimed by Emperor Augustus in 18 BC as "feraie Augusti" is celebrated in Italy on August 15, a day that marks both the federal holiday and the religious holiday of the Assumption of Mary. With both ancient and Christian origins, many Italians now celebrate it as a part of their month-long summer vacations. Many young Italians see this day as akin to New Year’s with night-long celebrations of dancing, drinking... and watching live performances or fireworks. Many Italians head to the coast to celebrate Ferragosto, traditionally enjoying a slice of anguria (watermelon). Like many, our plans of travelling to Italy this year to celebrate Ferragosto were forced to be cancelled. So for now, from our home in Melbourne, Australia we wish you all a Buon Ferragosto. However, we look forward to celebrating in Italy next year with our beloved friends & family and can't wait to share our Ferragosto 2021 experience with you all. A presto Amici #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #ferragosot #buonferragosto #celebrate #happiness #italianlife #italiancelebrations #iloveitaly #italy #italia #visititaly See more

19.01.2022 The Aragonese Castle of Le Castella; One of the most beautiful and famous castles in Southern Italy and a true cultural symbol of Calabria. Located in Isola Capo Rizzuto, the province of Crotone. It's origins date back to 204 BC, when the leader Hannibal took refuge in retreat. Resting on foundations dating back to the Magna-Greek period, The fortress served as a shelter for soldiers engaged against the attacks of invaders from the sea. Calabria, the Gem of Southern Italy ... #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #calabria #provinceofcrotone #lecastella #history #culture #classic #southernitaly #visitcalabria #iloveitaly #italy #italia Photo by: paolobalsamo via Italia.it

18.01.2022 Ending the week with an Italian Classic: La vita è Bella (Life is Beautiful).. An uplifting Italian comedy-drama film directed by and starring one of Italian's best, Roberto Benigni. Having won three Academy Awards (including Best Actor for Roberto Benigni), the Grand Prix at the 1998 Cannes Film Festival and nine David di Donatello Awards in Italy, this film is, without a doubt, a masterpiece. La vita è Bella sends a powerful message of Love and Hope and brings humor even i...n the toughest of times. Location Fact: The scene where Benigni falls off a bicycle and lands on Nicoletta Braschi (his Principessa and Benigni's real-life wife) was shot in front of the medieval abbey, Badia delle Sante Flora e Lucilla, located in the historic centre of Arezzo, Tuscany. Buongiorno Principessa #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #italianfilm #italiancinema #italianarts #lavitaebella #lifeisbeautiful #classic #culture #robertobenigni #iloveitaly #loveandhope #arezzo #tuscany #italianlife See more

16.01.2022 Serra San Bruno (VV); A Spiritual Heart hidden from the World. Serra San Bruno is one of the most interesting tourist locations of the Calabrian mountains. A tourist, spiritual, artisan and agricultural centre, it is located between the Sila mountains and the Aspromonte. Serra San Bruno owes its origins to the monk Bruno of Cologne, founder of the Carthusian Order. The entire town, with its churches, monasteries and charterhouses is immersed in an aura of mysticism and deep ...spirituality. There are countless hiking trails to explore in the area of Serra San Bruno, from the most simple to the most demanding and adventurous, through unspoilt places and spectacular views. Perfect for every kind of audience, from experts walkers to simple tourists lovers of walks in the woods. Serra San Bruno has a strong gastronomical tradition. Typical foods range from tasty pasta dishes such as "pasta alla serrese" (with a sauce based on tuna, capers, anchovies in oil, tomatoes and chilli peppers) to main courses with lamb or pork served by a thousand varieties of mushrooms (fried or preserved in oil). Typical sweets include gli 'nzulli"; biscuits prepared with a simple water and flour mix with toasted almonds that following baking become quite fragrant and a delightful addiction. The quaint historical town Serra San Bruno, is located in the Province of Vibo Valentia, Calabria. Calabria's little place of peace #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #calabria #serrasanbruno #vibovalentia #visitcalabria #southernitaly #offthebeatentrack #italianlife #experience #iloveitlay #travels #italy #italia #calabriabella #calabriamia See more

12.01.2022 Today in History: On August 7, 1420, the construction of the Dome of the Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore began. Designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, the Dome was finally completed in 1436 to sit atop the Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence. This Renaissance Masterpiece is considered one of the greatest engineering feats of all time and is still the largest brick Dome in the World Piazza del Duomo, Firenze 2018 #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #florence #firenze #duomo #piazzadelduomo #brunelleschi #renaissance #architecture #desgin #art #history #culture #classic #italy #italylovers

08.01.2022 Vintage Travel Inspiration - Roma #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #travelinspiration #rome #roma #vintage #visititaly #art #AuthenticTravel #uniqueexperience #tourwithus #smallgrouptours #italy #italia #authentictour #experienceitaly

08.01.2022 Today Roma, the Italian capital declared a day of mourning in honour of Gigi Proietti, the celebrated Roman actor, director and comedian. Farewell Gigi #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #gigiproietti #farewell #gigi #artist #icon #rome #roma #italy #italia #goodbye #eternalcity

08.01.2022 A little more than 9 miles from Ragusa in southeastern Sicily sits a beautiful 14th-century castle named - Donnafugata Castle (Castello di Donnafugata). The Castle is a patchwork of architectural and artistic styles, including one Venetian Gothic facade and Baroque interior. Visitors can walk through many decorated rooms on the first floor of the castle, including a Hall of Mirrors, smoking room, music room, royal bedrooms, and many rooms with trompe l’oeil paintings on the ...ceilings. The castle is one of the most interesting and spectacular destinations in the province of Ragusa and if you watch the television drama about Inspector Montalbano, you may be familiar with Donnafugata Castle, as some of the show was filmed there. Welcome to Sicily...Where right at the toe of Italy’s boot, lies the heart of Southern Italy. #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #ragusa #sicily #sicilia #donnafugata #castle #history #authentictour #italy #smallgrouptours #southernitaly #tour #tourwithus #experienceitaly #uniqueexperience #italytrip See more

07.01.2022 Eternally Beautiful Fontana di Trevi (Trevi Fountain), Quirinale District, Roma #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #roma #rome #trevifountain #fontanaditrevi #architecture #visititaly #iloveitaly

05.01.2022 Eternally Entertaining Fontane di Piazza San Pietro (Gian Lorenzo Bernini 1667 - 1677), Piazza San Pietro (St. Peter's Square) Roma #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #roma #rome #piazzasanpietro #stpeterssquare #history #culture #classic #architecture #design #art #bernini #visititaly #iloveitaly

03.01.2022 The majestic Duomo is to Milan what Notre-Dame is to Paris. It is an iconic symbol of the city and widely known as the biggest and arguably the most elaborate Gothic building in Italy. Standing proud in Piazza del Duomo, this behemoth cathedral has seen more than 600 years pass by. Work for the construction of the cathedral began in 1386 when the style of Gothic cathedrals had reached its peak. There are more statues on this gothic-style cathedral than any other building in t...he world. There are 3,400 statues, 135 gargoyles and 700 figures that decorate Milan Duomo! Climb the stairs or take the lift to the rooftop to fully appreciate the architecture of the most renowned silhouette in the city. From the terrazza you’ll see breathtaking views across Milan and, on clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Alps. Here you can also see the famous Madonnina, the gold-colored statue of Mary. The Madonnina stands at the highest point of the Duomo’s roof and looks over the city asserting her role as the protector of the Milanese people. Milano, What a beautiful place to be.... #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #milan #milano #italy #italia #duomodimilano #duomo #architecture #Gothicstyle #lombardy #lombardia #history #culture #art #design #iloveitaly #visititaly #visitmilan Photos By: Duomo di Milano - Milan Cathedral

02.01.2022 Unique Spaces in Special Places Covo dei Saraceni, Positano, Amalfi Coast #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #amalficoast #positano #italy #southernitaly #hotelstay #visititaly #uniqueexperience #hotel #luxury #luxurylifestyle #ThePreferredLife #hotels #italia #experience #honeymoon #weddingsinitaly : @covodeisaraceni

01.01.2022 Eternally Enchanting Colonna Traiana (Trajan's Column) - Built: AD 107 - 113, Forum Traiani (Trajan's Forum), Via dei Fori Imperiali, Roma #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #roma #rome #colonnatraiana #trajansforum #history #classic #culture #visitrome #lazio #architecture #visititaly #iloveitaly

01.01.2022 Bosa, Sardegna; One of the prettiest towns in the whole of Italy, Bosa is an ancient borgo on the banks of the Temo, Sardegna’s only navigable river. Located in the province of Oristano, Bosa lies around the Serravalle Castle, built by the Malaspinas between the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. Easily accessible on foot, it will reward you by showing you the charm of the town from a scenic location that will remain forever in your memory. Who visits Sardegna should know that... in addition to the beaches and the luxury life of the Costa Smeralda, there are many magnificent places rich in history and culture one should visit. And officially listed as one of the ''I Borghi più belli d'Italia'', Bosa is one of these should visit towns. #uncoveritaly #italiantravelspecialist #bosa #sardegna #sardinia #italy #Island #italia #iborghipiubelliditalia #provinceoforistano #iloveitaly #visitsardegna Photo by: eughenik via I Borghi Piu' Belli D'Italia