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BARI (Puglia-Italy) - LA CATTEDRALE di SAN SABINO con CRIPTA -
La cattedrale di San Sabino fu eretta tra XII e il XIII secolo, dopo la distruzione della città (avvenuta nel 1156) ad opera di Guglielmo I di Sicilia. Come la basilica, anche questa chiesa è uno dei migliori esempi di Romanico pugliese: ha una facciata semplice, e, come il resto del complesso, si caratterizza per la presenza di lesene, archi, bifore e monofore. In alto presenta un maestoso rosone dalla cornice variegata. I tre portali che immettono nell'interno sono datati all'XI secolo, ma sono stati rimaneggiati nel XVIII secolo.
Places to see in ( Naples - Italy ) Museo Cappella Sansevero
Places to see in ( Naples - Italy ) Museo Cappella Sansevero
The Cappella Sansevero is a chapel located on Via Francesco de Sanctis 19, just northwest of the church of San Domenico Maggiore, in the historic center of Naples, Italy. The chapel is more properly named the Chapel of Santa Maria della Pietà, or the Pietatella. It contains works of art by some of the leading Italian artists of the 18th century.
Its origin dates to 1590 when John Francesco di Sangro, Duke of Torremaggiore, after recovering from a serious illness, had a private chapel built in what were then the gardens of the nearby Sansevero family residence, the Palazzo Sansevero. The building was converted into a family burial chapel by Alessandro di Sangro in 1613 (as inscribed on the marble plinth over the entrance to the chapel). Definitive form was given to the chapel by Raimondo di Sangro, Prince of Sansevero, who also included Masonic symbols in its reconstruction. Until 1888 a passageway connected the Sansevero palace with the chapel.
The chapel received its alternative name of Pietatella from a painting of the Virgin Mary (La Pietà), spotted there by an unjustly arrested prisoner, as reported in the book Napoli Sacra by Cesare d'Engenio Caracciolo in 1623. When the chapel was constructed it was originally dedicated to Santa Maria della Pietà, after the painting.
he chapel houses almost thirty works of art, among which are three idiosyncratic sculptures. These statues are emblematic of the love of decoration in late-Baroque, and are made of a marble-like substance that, in whole or in part, was invented by Raimondo. Raimondo also participated in the design of the works of art in the chapel. The Veiled Truth (Pudizia, also called Modesty or Chastity) was completed by Antonio Corradini in 1750 as a tomb monument dedicated to Cecilia Gaetani dell'Aquila d'Aragona, mother of Raimondo. A Christ Veiled under a Shroud (also called Veiled Christ), shows the influence of the veiled Modesty, and was completed in 1753 by Giuseppe Sanmartino. The Release from Deception (Disinganno) by Francesco Queirolo of Genoa serves as a monument to Raimondo's father.
The ceiling, the Glory of Paradise, was painted by Francesco Maria Russo in 1749. The original floor (most of the present one dates from 1901) was in black and white (said to symbolize good/evil) in the design of a labyrinth (a masonic symbol for initiation).
In the basement there is a painting by the Roman artist Giuseppe Pesce, Madonna con Bambino, dating from around 1750. It was painted using wax-based paints of Raimondo di Sangro's own invention. The prince presented this painting to his friend Charles Bourbon, king of Naples.
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Gubbio — in the heart of Umbria
Umbria has not enjoyed quite the same popularity with visitors as Tuscany, but those that give it a chance and book a holiday villa there, will quickly realize that this beautiful region is not inferior in any way. It's rich historical background, and old historical buildings await you. If you are interested in history, take trip to Gubbio, the ancient regional center for ceramics and stoneware. A visit to this town is like a journey back to the middle ages. Book a holiday home near Gubbio and experience the oldest town in Umbria, with countless traditions tied to the city and its inhabitants. Visit the atmospheric ruins of the old Roman theatre, or take a walk around the city and see some of the many religious and architectural monuments. The imposing palace 'Palazzo dei Consoli' also serves as an interesting museum, where you can learn more about the city. If you are visiting over Christmas, do not miss the worlds largest 'Christmas tree' according the Guinness World Records. The illusion of a giant Christmas tree is created by more than 450 colored lights on the hillside behind the town. The tree impresses both young and old every year, and is an unmissable part of the towns Christmas spirit. When it comes to tasty food, Gubbio is incomparable. As you walk the streets, you will notice the fragrance of white truffle dominates many local pasta dishes and sauces and even today, the local pasta is produced following ancient recipes. Buy some of this pasta at the local market and take it back to your holiday home, and cook a delicious pasta dish in the comfort of your holiday villa. Also popular are many seasoned dishes incorporating white truffles, and meat, cheese, vegetables, and sausage. Book a holiday home near Gubbio today, for those who want to travel back in time and experience incredible culture and food. Novasol website:
Villa Rufolo, RAVELLO (Italy)
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IDILLIO D'ARTE | journey with art | Puglia Italy
This video shows some of best moments during our organized travels.
We are proud to offer original cultural travels in our region, Puglia (southern Italy), in combination also with Albania and Greece.
Through the passion for our land, we believe that guests can enjoy the contemporary life beside the artistic and historical heritage. Furthermore, our clients, during their vacation with us, are pleased by modern and traditional culinary arts, as well as urban and natural landscape. We travel in smaller groups to ensure a convivial and personal feeling.
If you would like to experience the authentic Italy, IDILLIO D'ARTE is surely your right partner!
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Music: P. Capponi, L. Lo Grasso, E. Capponi
Arrangement: P. Capponi
Pictures: Luigi Piero Grieco
DSC_7409.AVI - View of ocean and coast from Ravello
Views of ocean and coast from Ravello
Views of Maiori and Minori
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Il fascino della provincia di Terni
Il video è stato realizzato dal DITT - Distretto Integrato Turistico della Provincia di Terni (ditt.it) - con il sostegno della Regione dell'Umbria.
Lagopesole Castle 4k drone - Castello di Lagopesole
Drone video of Lagopesole Castle(Basilicata region) filmed with the Mavic pro.
From wikipedia: ...attributed to Frederick II that was probably built between 1242 and 1250. A distinguishing feature of this castle from all the others attributed to Frederick II is the presence within it of a real church (not a simple chapel) in an austere Romanesque style.
Il Castello di Lagopesole, in Basilicata, ripreso dal drone Mavic pro.
DRONE XIAOMI 4K - NECROPOLI DI NORCHIA
Chiesa Romanica di San Pietro
Nel medioevo, sull’Altopiano dove una volta era l’antico abitato etrusco sorsero un CASTELLO DEI DI VICO ed UNA CHIESA ROMANICA dedicata a S. Pietro, di cui oggi restano pittoreschi resti (che già di per sé giustificherebbero la visita di questo luogo).