Tag: Leonardo Da Vinci

PLACES / THE FLOATING MARITIME EXHIBITION IN THE CANAL PORT DESIGNED BY LEONARDO DA VINCI IN CESENATICO (ITALY) – SHORT VIDEO

It’s a true open-air museum on the water. It doesn’t exhibit paintings or sculptures, but marvelous ancient boats, flapping their colorful sails. In Cesenatico (FC), the Maritime Museum, Italy’s only floating museum, is housed in the oldest and most characteristic stretch of the Porto Canale designed by Leonardo da Vinci. It’s one of the most… Read More PLACES / THE FLOATING MARITIME EXHIBITION IN THE CANAL PORT DESIGNED BY LEONARDO DA VINCI IN CESENATICO (ITALY) – SHORT VIDEO

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PLACES / NATURE AND ITS COLORS ALONG THE ADDA RIVER BETWEEN LECCO AND MILAN (LOMBARDY, ITALY)

© Roberto Alborghetti Taking the cycle/pedestrian path on the bank of the Adda river, between the cities and provinces of Lecco and Milan, in Lombardy (Italy) is an ideal experience for those who want to “immerse themselves” in the nature and colors of the Lombard landscape. The natural scenery offers the opportunity to observe a… Read More PLACES / NATURE AND ITS COLORS ALONG THE ADDA RIVER BETWEEN LECCO AND MILAN (LOMBARDY, ITALY)

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THE “ACS” MAGAZINE (JAN/FEB ISSUE) CELEBRATES THE GENIUS OF LEONARDO DA VINCI

ACS magazine, founded in Chicago (USA) 4 years ago by Renèe LaVerné Rose (publisher and editor in chief) in the new January/February issue dedicates a special story in occasion of the 500th anniversary of Leonardo da Vinci’s death. The story, that I wrote esclusively for ACS magazine, is dedicated to the incredible Leicester Code, wrote… Read More THE “ACS” MAGAZINE (JAN/FEB ISSUE) CELEBRATES THE GENIUS OF LEONARDO DA VINCI

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UFFIZI GALLERY (FLORENCE): A NEW GREAT ROOM DEVOTED TO THE GENIUS OF LEONARDO DA VINCI

  After the unveiling of a new arrangement of masterpieces by Caravaggio and other XVII Century artists and the new room dedicated to Michelangelo and Raffaello, Uffizi Gallery continues its renewal with a room devoted to Leonardo da Vinci.   The new Leonardo Room at Florence’s Uffizi Gallery (Room 35 in the West Wing), officially opened yesterday,… Read More UFFIZI GALLERY (FLORENCE): A NEW GREAT ROOM DEVOTED TO THE GENIUS OF LEONARDO DA VINCI

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THOSE WONDERFUL MACHINES BY LEONARDO DA VINCI: GREAT SHOW IN MONTEPULCIANO (TUSCANY)

Held in the beautiful Montepulciano (Tuscany) at the Fortezza, the exhibition Anatomies: Machines, Man, Nature places emphasis on the Renaissance genius’ concept that machines, the human body and nature are all governed by the same universal laws. Expect masterful drawings that mark the birth of modern scientific illustration and models of Da Vinci’s futuristic machines. The exhibition… Read More THOSE WONDERFUL MACHINES BY LEONARDO DA VINCI: GREAT SHOW IN MONTEPULCIANO (TUSCANY)

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FLORENCE: LEONARDO DA VINCI’S ADORATION OF THE MAGI HAS RETURNED TO UFFIZI GALLERY AFTER RESTORATION

Leonardo da Vinci’s Adoration of the Magi has recovered much of its original colouring after a painstaking restoration. The artwork has returned to Florence’s Uffizi Gallery after being taken to the Opificio Delle Pietre Dure institute for restoration in 2011 due to serious deterioration of the surface. The painting will be the star of a special… Read More FLORENCE: LEONARDO DA VINCI’S ADORATION OF THE MAGI HAS RETURNED TO UFFIZI GALLERY AFTER RESTORATION

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THE SPECTACULAR FLOATING EXHIBITION OF HISTORICAL BOATS SAILING IN THE LEONARDESCO PORT CHANNEL IN CESENATICO (THE ONLY ONE IN ITALY)

    In Cesenatico ( Adriatic Sea, Italy) the old sailing vessels of the Marine Museum are moored side by side with modern fishing boats which still punctuate with their time out of the Harbour, designed by Leonardo, on the docks where there is the city life. The old fish market, still active, just steps… Read More THE SPECTACULAR FLOATING EXHIBITION OF HISTORICAL BOATS SAILING IN THE LEONARDESCO PORT CHANNEL IN CESENATICO (THE ONLY ONE IN ITALY)

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THE GENIUS OF LEONARDO DA VINCI DESIGNED IN 1502 THE STUNNING HARBOUR (PORTO CANALE) IN CESENATICO (ITALY)

*** © Photos: ROBERTO ALBORGHETTI / TOURISM OFFICE, CESENATICO   Cesenatico is an historical resort city on the Riviera Adriatica (Forlì-Cesena Country, Italy). For its relaxing and elegant atmosphere it is called the “living room of Adriatic Sea”.  Here, the old fish market, still active, is within walking distance from the modern wholesale market. And… Read More THE GENIUS OF LEONARDO DA VINCI DESIGNED IN 1502 THE STUNNING HARBOUR (PORTO CANALE) IN CESENATICO (ITALY)

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THE ARTISTIC MARINE CRIB ALONG THE CANAL PORT CREATED BY LEONARDO DA VINCI

 Cesenatico (Emilia Romagna, Italy): at Christmas time the boats of the floating section of the Marine Museum become the stage of an incredible crib on the water.    According to a research made some years ago by an international films company, it’s one of the most photographed Italian places. I’m talking about the artistic Crib on… Read More THE ARTISTIC MARINE CRIB ALONG THE CANAL PORT CREATED BY LEONARDO DA VINCI

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THAT CHARMING “PORT CHANNEL” DESIGNED BY LEONARDO DA VINCI

CESENATICO (Adriatic Riviera, Italy) is a nice and historical resort city on the Riviera Adriatica. Here, the old fish market, still active, is within walking distance from the modern wholesale market. Here, the old sailing ships stand side by side with modern fishing boats. You may find them on the beautiful and ancient harbor designed by… Read More THAT CHARMING “PORT CHANNEL” DESIGNED BY LEONARDO DA VINCI

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