Author: Hallesh
Gardens of Augustus Capri
Gardens of Augustus Capri Giardini di Augusto, or the Gardens of Augustus, is absolutely one of the most beautiful places in Capri. During the early twentieth century, this paradise was created by Friedrich Alfred Krupp. Mr. Krupp was a very wealthy German industrialist. He is also the man ...
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Monte Solaro Capri
Monte Solaro Capri Monte Solaro, which translates to Mount Solaro in English, majestically stands at 1, 932 feet or 589 meters above sea level. With this height, this mountain found in Campania is the highest point in the island of Capri. Tourists who wish to visit Monte Solaro CapriÂ...
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Milan Cathedral
Milan Cathedral Duomo di Milano Milan Cathedral is the largest cathedral in Italy, and the 5th largest in the world. The exterior of this Gothic cathedral has detailed stone work depicting biblical scenes and saints. There are over 3,400 statues, gargoyles, ect, all of them different fr...
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Milan Duomo Rooftop Terrace
Milan Duomo Rooftop Terrace Terrazze del Duomo The Milan Cathedral is one of the places you need to visit while in Milan. It is the largest church in Italy, and 5th largest in the world. Everything about it is big and impressive, from its architecture to its rich history. Its location ...
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La Scala Opera Theater Milan
La Scala Opera Theater Milan Teatro alla Scala La Scala Opera Theater Milan is one of the oldest theaters, and is still one of the preeminent opera houses in the world. Some of the most memorable performances happened on the stage of La Scala. Its production of classical ballets and operas...
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Marina Grande Capri
Marina Grande Capri Marina Grande Capri is where your adventure begins when you come and visit Capri. All tourists who come to Capri, except those who ride a helicopter, will dock at the Marina Grande. The west side of Capri Main Port is for travelers aboard commercial hydrofoils. The...
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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II Milan
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II A Fabulous Place to Shop! Milan is one of the most fabulous cities in the world. Everything about it is breathing with elegance and class. One of the places you need to check while in there is the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. This shopping arcade is one of...
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Villa Necchi Campiglio Milan
Villa Necchi Campiglio Milan If you are planning to visit Milan, then be sure to include in your itinerary a visit to Villa Necchi Campiglio. This opulent house was built in the 1930’s by the Necchi family (sewing machine heiress). Villa Necchi Campiglio Milan shows you a very personal...
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The Last Supper Milan
The Last Supper Milan L’Ultima Cena Leonardo da Vinci is one the most notable painters in history. Most of his brilliant works have survived throughout the centuries, and one is the famous The Last Supper. It is painted on the wall of Church of Santa Maria dell Grazie in Milan, Italy...
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Villa Jovis Capri
Villa Jovis Capri Italy Villa Jovis has a lot of historical significance, it is nestled on the peak of the hill, with sweeping views of the sea and over the island. In addition to Marina Piccola (the little harbour), Belvedere of Tragara and Grotta Azzurra (Blue Grotto), the island of Capr...
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Monumental Cemetery Milan
Monumental Cemetery Milan Cimitero Monumentale di Milano Monumental Cemetery Milan is the second largest cemetery in Milan, which was founded in 1866. If you are interested in sculpture, history and some truly magnificent architecture, you can easily spend a few hours here. The sheer s...
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Church of Santa Maria dell Grazie
Church of Santa Maria dell Grazie Milan Santa Maria delle Grazie In 1980, Church of Santa Maria dell Grazie became part of the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List for the main reason that it is among the most important creations during the Renaissance. The basilica itself, is a beaut...
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Dialogue in the Dark Milan
Dialogo nel Buio Dialogue in the Dark Milan A unique and artistic experience, that offers a valuable lesson. Dialogue in the Dark Milan is located inside the Institute for the Blind building in Milan. Dialogo nel Buio means Dialogue in the Dark. This exhibition gives people an...
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Saint Maurice al Monastero Maggiore
Saint Maurice al Monastero Maggiore Church of Saint Maurice al Monastero Maggiore Milan Saint Maurice al Monastero Maggiore is tucked away in Milan and a little hard to find, but very nearby the Duomo. The church, from the outside, has a simple exterior, but once you get inside you wil...
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La Piazzetta Capri
La Piazzetta Capri Umberto I Square The word ‘piazza’, when translated to English, means marketplace or public square. The Italian suffix ‘etta’, on the other hand, is a diminutive. Meaning, if we put ‘piazza’ and ‘etta’ together, then it would mean a small marketplace....
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Punta Carena Lighthouse Capri
Punta Carena Lighthouse Capri Capri Island is home to several beaches, yet the most beautiful of them all is perhaps Punta Carena. It is not really a beach but rather a bay with clear, blue waters tossing into huge rocks. What makes this place even more attractive is the ‘Il Faro’ or ...
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Poldi Pezzoli Museum Milan
Museo Poldi Pezzoli Milan is often considered the center of arts and history in Italy. This is not surprising because it is home to some of the most historical buildings in Europe. It is also where you can find the Poldi Pezzoli art museum. If you consider yourself an art lover, t...
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San Siro Stadium Milan
San Siro Stadium Milan Stadio Giuseppe Meazza Enjoy an Exciting Football (soccer) Game! San Siro Stadium Milan is home to football teams A. C. Milan and F. C. Internazionale Milano. This stadium has undergone several renovations, which lead to a large expansion and improved ameniti...
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Capri Philosophical Park
Capri Philosophical Park In the beautiful island of Capri, tourists can find a unique attraction called Parco Filosofico. Known in English as Capri Philosophical Park. It strategically lies in the small of town of Anacapri, specifically at Belvedere di Migliara. Gunnar Adler-Karlsson, a Swe...
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Arco Naturale Capri
Arco Naturale Capri   Natural Arch The view is amazing, Arco Naturale itself is majestic, and the color of the sea viewed through the arch will leave you speechless. Arco Naturale is found on the east coast of Capri Island. It is said to be the remains of the collapsed grotto and...
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Faraglioni Rocks
Faraglioni Rocks Capri Faraglioni di Capri in Italian translates to ‘sea stacks in Capri’. A sea stack, according to geology, is found near a coast and formed by erosion. Faraglioni Rocks Capri consists of three massive rocks standing majestically just few meters from the island’s ...
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Grotta delle Felci Capri
Grotta delle Felci Grotta delle Felci is a cave located on the south east coast of the island of Capri. (Grotto of Ferns) In Campania, a region in the island of Capri, tourists can find what locals call ‘Grotta delle Felci’. This Italian name translates to Grotto of Ferns in Engli...
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Sedile Dominova Sorrento
Sedile Dominova Sorrento Several centuries before Sedile Dominova became a tourist attraction in Sorrento, it was once the seat of political activities. It is where noblemen convened to discuss administrative affairs, and other matters involving politics. Considering the building’s original p...
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Radisson Blu Hotel Milan
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Duomo dei San Filippo e Giacomo
Duomo dei San Filippo e Giacomo Sorrento Cathedral The little town of Sorrento is always buzzing with tourists, so expect a lot of activities and crowds everywhere. The good thing is, you can find a place of quiet and solitude amidst the noise by entering Duomo dei San Filippo e Giacom...
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Agruminato Garden Sorrento
Agruminato Garden Sorrento A citrus garden is a typical sight in the Sorrento Peninsula. What makes the Agruminato standout from other gardens is its location. Tourists can find it on Via Correale, 27, at the heart of the town. The estate where the garden is located originally belonged to the...
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Port of Marina Grande Sorrento
Port of Marina Grande Sorrento The beautiful Port of Marina Grande Sorrento serves as the entrance way of hydrofoils that duck in the pier of Sorrento. Marina Grande lies in the nook of the Amalfi Coast (Costiera Amalfitana). The port can be found at Via del Mare. Where homes of locals, re...
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