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The Palace of the Marquis of San Giuliano

In 1738, construction began to build the grand residence of the Marquis of San Giuliano. The building is located in one of the best plots determined by the reconstruction plan of the ancient city, after the catastrophic earthquake of 1693, with the main facade facing Piazza Università. This large aristocratic residence, like Palazzo Manganelli, also enjoys the privilege of having a square at its main front.

Veduta panoramica di Varese dal lago: il profilo della città immerso nel verde, con colline sullo sfondo e riflessi sull’acqua in una giornata luminosa.

Laveno and the lombard shore: The authentic elegance of Lake Maggiore

The Lombard shore of Lake Maggiore reveals itself as an authentic gem, where the wildbeauty of the Prealps gently embraces the sparkling waters. Laveno Mombello, with its charming gulf and 360° panorama from Sasso del Ferro, is the heart of this area. Here, a serene and authentic lifestyle blends with a deep connection to nature and an ancient tradition of hospitality. It's a destination for those seeking discreet elegance, far from the clamour, yet rich in history and charm.

Aerial view of Siena's Piazza del Campo filled with people, featuring the Torre del Mangia and historic buildings under a blue sky with clouds.

Fun facts about the Palio di Siena

The Palio di Siena dates back to the early Middle Ages and has always been a source of curiosity and enthusiasm also outside Siena. The hard and traditional horse race can boil over some emotions. The event is very famous, so tourists come from all over the world to attend the spectacle. Here are some interesting facts that not everybody might know about.

Primo piano di una costa rocciosa siciliana. Pietre laviche di diverse dimensioni si alternano lungo la linea di costa, bagnate dalle onde del mar Mediterraneo. L'acqua, di un blu profondo che sfuma in tonalità di verde acqua, lambisce i massi. Vegetazione mediterranea con cespugli verdi occupa la parte superiore dell'immagine, creando un contrasto con la durezza delle rocce sottostanti. La scena cattura l'essenza selvaggia e suggestiva del paesaggio costiero siciliano.

La Timpa, Acireale

With its steep walls rising to over one hundred meters, the Timpa of Acireale offers panoramic views of great beauty, one of the most beautiful perspectives of the entire Ionian coast. A promontory close to the coast of Acireale, about 6 km long, that extends from Acque Grandi in the district of Capomulini to the district of Santa Maria degli Ammalati. The entire area is a true open-air natural laboratory, a Nature Reserve that extends over an area of 265 hectares, characterized by faults with dense vegetation and imposing lava stratifications with sections overlooking the sea with columnar basalts, pebbly beaches and ancient terraces with dry stone walls marked by 'saje,' the ancient irrigation canals of Arab tradition that for over a millennium have exploited the natural slope from Mount Etna to the sea.

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