“Rome will exist as long as the Colosseum exists; when the Colosseum falls, Rome will fall; when Rome falls, so will the World” a clergyman once said. Perhaps centuries have passed since the official date, 476, in which the Roman Empire ceased to exist, but its essence is still noticeable in the lands that wereContinue reading “THE ESSENTIALS IN ROME: THE COLOSSEUM, THE PALATINE HILL AND THE FORUMS”
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THE ARTISTIC WONDERS AT THE BORGHESSE GALLERY
Undoubtedly, the most fascinating thing about the Eternal City, Rome, founded in 751 BC, according to an ancient legend about the twin brothers Romulus and Remus, is the fact that practically everywhere in this imperial capital hides true jewels of art that evoke past times. In this article, I will take you to one ofContinue reading “THE ARTISTIC WONDERS AT THE BORGHESSE GALLERY”
NORTH FROM MANILA: PART II – MOUNTAIN PROVINCE
It’s said that if you put in a line all the rice terraces from the Mountain Province, located on the island of Luzon, they will surround the World. I am not sure if that’s true, but I can definitely affirm that the landscape offered by the terraces is really spectacular. So if you come toContinue reading “NORTH FROM MANILA: PART II – MOUNTAIN PROVINCE”
DISCOVERING THE VATICAN CITY
I was recently visiting the eternal city of Rome. What a wonderful place! Art is the essence of this city. I started my trip by visiting the Vatican City. As you know, the Vatican is a sovereign state within Rome and one of the six European microstates, along with Monaco, San Marino, Andorra, Liechtenstein andContinue reading “DISCOVERING THE VATICAN CITY”
NORTH FROM MANILA: PART I – BALER
The Philippines is well known for its wonderful islands, such as Palawan, Coron or Bohol, however, the Luzon island itself, on which the Philippine capital Manila, is located, offers visitors numerous opportunities for short excursions in which it is possible to explore landscapes of unique nature and delve into the culture and history of theContinue reading “NORTH FROM MANILA: PART I – BALER”
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