Tivoli

Villa Adriana in Tivoli

Villa Adriana in Tivoli is one of the most remarkable antique buildings in the Lazio region. The structure dates back to the 2nd century AD. Despite the dilapidated state, it attracts with the scope of the architectural concept and the perfection of its embodiment. The history of the creation of the Roman emperor Hadrian (Publius Aelius Traianus Hadrianus), the famous philosopher of antiquity, was hated by the luxury and hustle and bustle of the palace on Palatine Hill.
Rome

Ciampino Airport in Rome: how to get and fly cheaply

Ciampino Airport (Aeroporto di Roma-Ciampino, CIA code) in Rome is small but very economical. This is the “native” airport of the low-cost airline Ryanair. Agree that the opportunity to travel around Europe, buying tickets, for example, from Rome to Barcelona or to Sicily for 11-40 euros is very attractive.
Regions of Italy

How to get to Venice from Marco Polo Airport

Marco Polo Airport is one of the busiest in Italy, which is not surprising, given the popularity of Venice at any time of the year. But the hardworking Italians have developed a whole infrastructure connecting Marco Polo with both Venice itself and its less famous satellite city of Mestre.
Trapani

Trapani: Night City Atmosphere

After dinner at Calvino, one of the best pizzerias in Sicily, and maybe all over the world, Mario and Antonella and I went for a short walk along the nightly Trapani. Let me remind readers that this happened at the end of November - at this time there are practically no tourists on the island. I admit, the city impressed me very much.
Story

Spartacus Rebellion - Issue 2

In the last issue, 78 hefty foreheads left the prison and, having joyfully robbed the surrounding rich estates, decided to keep the defenses on Vesuvius. The local forces of law and order in the person of the praetor Claudius, sighing, broke away from blissful idleness and began to forcefully resolve the issue with unbridled slaves.

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Weather in Rome for months | 2019
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Weather in Rome for months

The climate and weather in Rome are largely determined by the geographical position of the capital of Italy. Rome's subtropical Mediterranean climate implies long hot summers and mild, albeit rainy winters. As for frost and snowfall, in Rome even in winter they are more the exception than the rule.
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How I drank Kölsch beer part 1 | 2019
Germany

How I drank Kölsch beer part 1

Like every German city, Cologne is famous for beer. Kelsch (kolsch), perhaps one of the most famous varieties produced in Cologne. Although it belongs to the Lager category, this does not mean that it is all the same. Kelsh is brewed in private breweries, and there are about seventy of them in the city. And each has its own prescription of jam, its own.
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Arrosticini - Italian lamb skewers | 2019
Italy

Arrosticini - Italian lamb skewers

What food do you associate with summer vacations? Surely, many, without hesitation, replied: "Barbecue!" Do you know that Italy can also boast of its performance of barbecue? Arrosticini (Arrosticini) is a lamb dish typical of the Apennines, particularly in the Abruzzo region. It is impossible to visit Abruzzo and not try the traditional arrostichini!
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Berlin State Opera | 2019
Germany

Berlin State Opera

We must pay tribute to the German technical genius at the Berlin Opera. There are few such “moving” and creative decorations in any theater. It seems that you are not watching a performance, but something very lively and moving. Change of scenery captures no less than the action itself. Actors now and then “go out” now on the ramp, then from the balcony.
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Dog fountain in Rome | 2019
Rome

Dog fountain in Rome

The fountains of Rome are known for their diversity and magnificence. But in this article we will talk about an unusual structure - a fountain for dogs. It is located on a street called Via Veneto, and to notice it is not so simple. The fact is that this small fountain is located almost at the very surface of the earth. Its purpose is to help quench the thirst of four-legged pets.
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Provolone - Hard Italian Cheese | 2019
Italian cheeses

Provolone - Hard Italian Cheese

Provolone (Provolone) - hard Italian cheese with low fat content. It belongs to the category "Paste Filate" (Paste Filate). Provolone has its own zest not only in taste and aroma, but also in a wide variety of forms. You can find cheese in the form of a pear, a tightened sausage, cone, melon or peeled mandarin.
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How to get from Verona to Sirmione | 2019
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How to get from Verona to Sirmione

The distance from Verona to the city of Sirmione (Sirmione), located on the shores of Lake Garda (Lago di Garda), is 40 kilometers. You can get to Sirmione from Verona by public transport in about an hour and 1.3 euros by bus. A taxi will cost about 80 euros. There is also the option to travel by yourself on a rented car, but it is only suitable for experienced travelers.
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Sights of Verona: 10 most interesting places
Cities of Italy

Sights of Verona: 10 most interesting places

Verona dates back to prehistoric times. It was ruled by the Romans, Venetians, Austria-Hungary and even Napoleonic France. The dynasty of Scala made a great contribution to the development of the city. It is not surprising that Verona has preserved a huge number of attractions of various eras. What is worth seeing in Verona in the first place, we will tell in this article.
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Germany

Old city

The Old Town is Cologne's oldest quarter with cobblestone streets, where galleries, museums, concert venues, where the Cologne Cathedral and 4711 Cologne House are located. Here you will find traditional restaurants, cafes and breweries. Altstadt, photo roba66 Acquaintance with Cologne should begin from the Old Town (Altstadt), from the banks of the Rhine, from the magnificent cathedral and the Heimarkt square.
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Gina Lollobrigida - the most beautiful woman in the world
Famous Italians and Italians

Gina Lollobrigida - the most beautiful woman in the world

Gina Lollobrigida (Gina Lollobrigida) - Italian actress, sculptor, photographer and journalist. The listed talents are not her only virtue; Gina (Luigiana) has a beautiful, strong voice of an opera singer. She has accounted for more than a hundred works in films, the experience of journalistic activities. The most beautiful woman in the world, Gina Lollobrigida, was also a screenwriter and director.
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The Italian restaurant where Tiramisu was invented closes
Tourism

The Italian restaurant where Tiramisu was invented closes

It seems that one of the most popular desserts will soon become an orphan. The Alle Becchiere restaurant in Treviso, where Tiramisu was born, is being closed. However, according to another version, it was not the Becchiere Treviso masters who invented the most delicate delicacy, but the small Vetturino Pieris store located in another region of Italy.
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Volcano Vesuvius: the most famous volcano in Europe
Regions of Italy

Volcano Vesuvius: the most famous volcano in Europe

Even if the volcano Vesuvius did not show any activity, falling asleep forever, stories, legends and traditions associated with his name would already be more than enough for the whole mountain system. But he only pretends to be sleeping, constantly reminding himself of either an earthquake or thick puffs of smoke escaping from his vent or creeping along the slopes.
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An exhibition of monsters in Rome has opened: from the Minotaur to aliens
Culture

An exhibition of monsters in Rome has opened: from the Minotaur to aliens

Want to go on a journey into the world of ancient fears and myths? An exposition opens in Rome, combining for the first time sculptures of monsters and fantastic characters created at all times and from all kinds of materials. Unreasonable fears, the depths of the underworld, hidden threats, witchcraft, deadly temptations, a hidden world of water depths, gloomy abysses of darkness ... for centuries, our anxieties and fears have generated many monsters.
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