Featured Work
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Color's reflection by becks78
Pontechianale, Italy BEST VIEW LARGE (click on the image) / Thanks for your attention.
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Playing in Taormina by Silvia Ganora
Shot in Taormina, Sicily. Nikon d70 with with Nikkor AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED
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Tuscan Dawn by Eva and Klaus Weber-Wanjek
We were in Tuscany a couple years ago and visited a place called San Giminiano. What a magical spot! I got up veeeery early in the morning and was fortunate enough to be in the middle of this exceptionally peaceful morning. The street lights were still on in the surrounding vales and the horizon was slowly paling just before sunrise. Swathes of mist mellowed the atmosphere. This shot has not been touched up in any way, it is straight from my Pentax istD. /
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Old man on Tropea balcony by Silvia Ganora
Shot in Tropea, Italy Nikon d70 with Nikkor AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED
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Sunset over Alghero, Sardinia (Italy) by Christine77
Sunset over the old town of Alghero, Sardinia.
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Flowers on cliff by annalisa56
Flowers on the cliffs in Liguria (Italy) Camera used: / CANON EOS 450D
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Vineyards landscape by becks78
Vineyards colors on italin hills. Langhe, Italy BEST VIEW LARGE (click on the image) Thanks for your attention.
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The Most Beautiful Bench... by Alessandro Pinto
... for me ! Porto Cesareo, Italy !
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The Lagoon of Grado by paolo1955
Featured in Visions of Italy Group November – 21 – 2009 —-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-- The Lagoon of Grado In the surrounding area, the fishponds, canals, waterways, and many islands and islets lush with vegetation trace a unique landscape where nature reigns supreme: a pool of / water spanning approximately 12 thousand hectares, divided into the northern and southern lagoon.The maze of channels and fishfarms between the mouth of the Isonzo and the Anfora / canal contains a pristine ecosystem that is a perfect habitat for the dozens of waterfowl species herons, coots, mallards, teals, garganeys, ducks, and gulls—that nest here or / stop to rest during the migratory season before resuming their journey south. For birdwatching enthusiasts and all other nature lovers, the Valle Cavanata Regional Nature / Reserve is not to be missed. A former fish farm in the eastern lagoon, it stretches over 327 hectares that have become a natural habitat for 263 species of migratory, wintering, / and nesting birds. The visitor center offers informational material for exploring the reserve on foot or by bike, interactive trail stations to learn more about its environments and birds, / guided tours, and environmental education activities. Inside the municipal district of Grado is another fabulous natural attraction: the Isonzo River Mouth Nature Reserve. Over a total of 2400 hectares, from the northernmost tip of the Adriatic to the Po Delta, stretches a shoreline with shallow waters and a complex lagoon structure. The nature reserve offers a visitor center and facilities for observing and studying the flora and fauna, especially wetland waterfowl. Nikon D100 Sigma 15/30
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Laundry Italian style by pljvv
Drying laundry between two houses in Italy.
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Venice sunset by BrigiBano
FEATURED in Italy and all Things Italian group 5/11/2009
Recent Work
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Riomaggiore by annalisa56
Riomaggiore-Cinque Terre-La Spezia (Italy) The Cinque Terre is a rugged portion of coast on the Italian Riviera. It is in the Liguria region of Italy, to the west of the city of La Spezia. “The Five Lands” comprises five villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. The coastline, the five villages, and the surrounding hillsides are all part of the Cinque Terre National Park and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Cinque Terre is noted for its beauty. Over centuries, people have carefully built terraces on the rugged, steep landscape right up to the cliffs that overlook the sea. Part of its charm is the lack of visible “modern” development. Paths, trains and boats connect the villages, and cars cannot reach it from the outside. It is a very popular tourist destination. In 1998 the Italian Ministry for the Environment set up the Protected natural marine area Cinque Terre1 to protect the natural environment and to promote socio-economical development compatible with the natural landscape of the area. In 1999 the Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre2 was set up to conserve the ecological balance, protect the landscape, and safeguard the anthropological values of the location. A local train from La Spezia to Genoa connects the “five lands”. The tracks run most of the distance in a tunnel between Riomaggiore and Monterosso. The train does emerge from the tunnel along the way and there are quick glimpses of the Mediterranean sea. A passenger ferry runs between the five villages, except Corniglia. The ferry enters Cinque Terre from Genoa’s Old Harbour and La Spezia, Lerici or Portovenere. A walking trail connects the five villages. The trail from Riomaggiore to Manarola is called the Via Dell’Amore (roughly, “Lovers Walk”) and varies in difficulty from an easy stroll to a rough and physically challenging hike. The stretch from Manarola to Corniglia is the easiest to hike, although the main trail into Corniglia finishes with a climb of 368 stairs. The trail from Corniglia to Vernazza is steep at certain places. The trail from Vernazza to Monterosso is by far the steepest. It winds through olive orchards and vineyards and is rough in places, but offers the best view of the bay and the spectacular approaches to both Monterosso and Vernazza. There are fees to use the more popular walking trails, but the less frequently traveled (and most arduous) are free of charge. All of the trails are relatively narrow and are usually crowded in high tourist season. Experienced travelers know that small rains will clear the trails and will jump back on the path after one has passed. The Park has trails that can take hikers up into the steep hills. Casual travelers should look at one of the park maps, which will give some idea of how difficult a trail is to travel. Although more challenging and strenuous, these high paths offer different sights than the main trail. All the villages have small hotels or inns and there are many bed and breakfasts throughout the area, many with beautiful views of the Mediterranean and the surrounding hills. There is a youth hostel located at the top of the town of Manarola (Hostel Cinque Terre). Also, many small apartment owners in some of the villages have banded together and offer use of their apartments through small, locally-owned hospitality businesses. The quality of these accommodations varies greatly, from great to something less than ideal for some. There are usually beds to be found even in the highest part of the tourist season. Camera used: / CANON EOS 450D
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Vernazza by annalisa56
Vernazza-Cinque Terre-La Spezia (Italy) The Cinque Terre is a rugged portion of coast on the Italian Riviera. It is in the Liguria region of Italy, to the west of the city of La Spezia. “The Five Lands” comprises five villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. The coastline, the five villages, and the surrounding hillsides are all part of the Cinque Terre National Park and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Cinque Terre is noted for its beauty. Over centuries, people have carefully built terraces on the rugged, steep landscape right up to the cliffs that overlook the sea. Part of its charm is the lack of visible “modern” development. Paths, trains and boats connect the villages, and cars cannot reach it from the outside. It is a very popular tourist destination. In 1998 the Italian Ministry for the Environment set up the Protected natural marine area Cinque Terre1 to protect the natural environment and to promote socio-economical development compatible with the natural landscape of the area. In 1999 the Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre2 was set up to conserve the ecological balance, protect the landscape, and safeguard the anthropological values of the location. A local train from La Spezia to Genoa connects the “five lands”. The tracks run most of the distance in a tunnel between Riomaggiore and Monterosso. The train does emerge from the tunnel along the way and there are quick glimpses of the Mediterranean sea. A passenger ferry runs between the five villages, except Corniglia. The ferry enters Cinque Terre from Genoa’s Old Harbour and La Spezia, Lerici or Portovenere. A walking trail connects the five villages. The trail from Riomaggiore to Manarola is called the Via Dell’Amore (roughly, “Lovers Walk”) and varies in difficulty from an easy stroll to a rough and physically challenging hike. The stretch from Manarola to Corniglia is the easiest to hike, although the main trail into Corniglia finishes with a climb of 368 stairs. The trail from Corniglia to Vernazza is steep at certain places. The trail from Vernazza to Monterosso is by far the steepest. It winds through olive orchards and vineyards and is rough in places, but offers the best view of the bay and the spectacular approaches to both Monterosso and Vernazza. There are fees to use the more popular walking trails, but the less frequently traveled (and most arduous) are free of charge. All of the trails are relatively narrow and are usually crowded in high tourist season. Experienced travelers know that small rains will clear the trails and will jump back on the path after one has passed. The Park has trails that can take hikers up into the steep hills. Casual travelers should look at one of the park maps, which will give some idea of how difficult a trail is to travel. Although more challenging and strenuous, these high paths offer different sights than the main trail. All the villages have small hotels or inns and there are many bed and breakfasts throughout the area, many with beautiful views of the Mediterranean and the surrounding hills. There is a youth hostel located at the top of the town of Manarola (Hostel Cinque Terre). Also, many small apartment owners in some of the villages have banded together and offer use of their apartments through small, locally-owned hospitality businesses. The quality of these accommodations varies greatly, from great to something less than ideal for some. There are usually beds to be found even in the highest part of the tourist season. Camera used: / CANON EOS 450D
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The cathedral of San Lorenzo & historic centre of Perugia, seen from the north by Philip Mitchell
The north end of the Via dell’Acquedotto is one of the few vantage points for seeing Perugia’s historic centre, officially designated the Centro Storico by the city authorities.
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Sunset over Alghero, Sardinia (Italy) by Christine77
Sunset over the old town of Alghero, Sardinia.
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Montisi Magic Rainbow by Erin Kanoa
Montisi in spring, after the squall the mist draws a rainbow. Magic across Tuscany! If you have been to Tuscany in the spring, you know the weather is variable, but mostly cool. Chasing the sun is half the fun! On this day we were huddled around our 3rd macchiato when the sun started to break! A dynamic scene unfolded, we were lucky!
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Le Isole Maggiore e Minore, Lago Trasimeno, Umbria, Italy by Philip Mitchell
Two of Lake Trasimeno’s three large islands, silhouetted against the waters sparkling in the Spring afternoon sunshine, as seen from Passignano sul Trasimeno.
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Vernazza by annalisa56
Vernazza-Cinque Terre-La Spezia (Italy) The Cinque Terre is a rugged portion of coast on the Italian Riviera. It is in the Liguria region of Italy, to the west of the city of La Spezia. “The Five Lands” comprises five villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. The coastline, the five villages, and the surrounding hillsides are all part of the Cinque Terre National Park and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Cinque Terre is noted for its beauty. Over centuries, people have carefully built terraces on the rugged, steep landscape right up to the cliffs that overlook the sea. Part of its charm is the lack of visible “modern” development. Paths, trains and boats connect the villages, and cars cannot reach it from the outside. It is a very popular tourist destination. In 1998 the Italian Ministry for the Environment set up the Protected natural marine area Cinque Terre1 to protect the natural environment and to promote socio-economical development compatible with the natural landscape of the area. In 1999 the Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre2 was set up to conserve the ecological balance, protect the landscape, and safeguard the anthropological values of the location. A local train from La Spezia to Genoa connects the “five lands”. The tracks run most of the distance in a tunnel between Riomaggiore and Monterosso. The train does emerge from the tunnel along the way and there are quick glimpses of the Mediterranean sea. A passenger ferry runs between the five villages, except Corniglia. The ferry enters Cinque Terre from Genoa’s Old Harbour and La Spezia, Lerici or Portovenere. A walking trail connects the five villages. The trail from Riomaggiore to Manarola is called the Via Dell’Amore (roughly, “Lovers Walk”) and varies in difficulty from an easy stroll to a rough and physically challenging hike. The stretch from Manarola to Corniglia is the easiest to hike, although the main trail into Corniglia finishes with a climb of 368 stairs. The trail from Corniglia to Vernazza is steep at certain places. The trail from Vernazza to Monterosso is by far the steepest. It winds through olive orchards and vineyards and is rough in places, but offers the best view of the bay and the spectacular approaches to both Monterosso and Vernazza. There are fees to use the more popular walking trails, but the less frequently traveled (and most arduous) are free of charge. All of the trails are relatively narrow and are usually crowded in high tourist season. Experienced travelers know that small rains will clear the trails and will jump back on the path after one has passed. The Park has trails that can take hikers up into the steep hills. Casual travelers should look at one of the park maps, which will give some idea of how difficult a trail is to travel. Although more challenging and strenuous, these high paths offer different sights than the main trail. All the villages have small hotels or inns and there are many bed and breakfasts throughout the area, many with beautiful views of the Mediterranean and the surrounding hills. There is a youth hostel located at the top of the town of Manarola (Hostel Cinque Terre). Also, many small apartment owners in some of the villages have banded together and offer use of their apartments through small, locally-owned hospitality businesses. The quality of these accommodations varies greatly, from great to something less than ideal for some. There are usually beds to be found even in the highest part of the tourist season. Camera used: / CANON EOS 450D
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Manarola by annalisa56
Manarola-Cinque Terre-La Spezia (Italy) The Cinque Terre is a rugged portion of coast on the Italian Riviera. It is in the Liguria region of Italy, to the west of the city of La Spezia. “The Five Lands” comprises five villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. The coastline, the five villages, and the surrounding hillsides are all part of the Cinque Terre National Park and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Cinque Terre is noted for its beauty. Over centuries, people have carefully built terraces on the rugged, steep landscape right up to the cliffs that overlook the sea. Part of its charm is the lack of visible “modern” development. Paths, trains and boats connect the villages, and cars cannot reach it from the outside. It is a very popular tourist destination. In 1998 the Italian Ministry for the Environment set up the Protected natural marine area Cinque Terre1 to protect the natural environment and to promote socio-economical development compatible with the natural landscape of the area. In 1999 the Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre2 was set up to conserve the ecological balance, protect the landscape, and safeguard the anthropological values of the location. A local train from La Spezia to Genoa connects the “five lands”. The tracks run most of the distance in a tunnel between Riomaggiore and Monterosso. The train does emerge from the tunnel along the way and there are quick glimpses of the Mediterranean sea. A passenger ferry runs between the five villages, except Corniglia. The ferry enters Cinque Terre from Genoa’s Old Harbour and La Spezia, Lerici or Portovenere. A walking trail connects the five villages. The trail from Riomaggiore to Manarola is called the Via Dell’Amore (roughly, “Lovers Walk”) and varies in difficulty from an easy stroll to a rough and physically challenging hike. The stretch from Manarola to Corniglia is the easiest to hike, although the main trail into Corniglia finishes with a climb of 368 stairs. The trail from Corniglia to Vernazza is steep at certain places. The trail from Vernazza to Monterosso is by far the steepest. It winds through olive orchards and vineyards and is rough in places, but offers the best view of the bay and the spectacular approaches to both Monterosso and Vernazza. There are fees to use the more popular walking trails, but the less frequently traveled (and most arduous) are free of charge. All of the trails are relatively narrow and are usually crowded in high tourist season. Experienced travelers know that small rains will clear the trails and will jump back on the path after one has passed. The Park has trails that can take hikers up into the steep hills. Casual travelers should look at one of the park maps, which will give some idea of how difficult a trail is to travel. Although more challenging and strenuous, these high paths offer different sights than the main trail. All the villages have small hotels or inns and there are many bed and breakfasts throughout the area, many with beautiful views of the Mediterranean and the surrounding hills. There is a youth hostel located at the top of the town of Manarola (Hostel Cinque Terre). Also, many small apartment owners in some of the villages have banded together and offer use of their apartments through small, locally-owned hospitality businesses. The quality of these accommodations varies greatly, from great to something less than ideal for some. There are usually beds to be found even in the highest part of the tourist season. Camera used: / CANON EOS 450D
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Sunset's afterglow over central Umbria, Italy by Philip Mitchell
This was taken from Perugia’s recently refurbished Giardini Carducci.
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Flowers in the dust by pljvv
Yellow flowers in the Dolomites
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La strada nel bosco by Andrea Rapisarda
Taken on Mt. Etna Sicily Olympus E-620
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Old man on Tropea balcony by Silvia Ganora
Shot in Tropea, Italy Nikon d70 with Nikkor AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED
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Visions of Italy is for dreamers.
For any photographer that, visiting this country, has been, at least once, captured by those visions that only Italy can offer.
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