Pazziana Gate (Anversa degli Abruzzi)
The door dates back to the mid-14th century and is the most important for entering the town. It opens towards the East, in the direction of Sulmona. The curtain wall that surrounded the town was composed of fortified houses, joined together, creating a defensive circle around the center. Among these houses stood guard towers, crenellated […]
San Nicola Gate (Anversa degli Abruzzi)
Walking along Via San Nicola, the gaze stops at Porta San Nicola, located in the westward direction, towards Via Foce and the small church of San Nicola, which leads towards Scanno. Above the gate, on the corner of the enclosure, stands an angular tower of the city walls, imposing in its breadth. The crossbow slit […]
Ruins of the Church of Santa Maria ad Nives
Just outside the village of Anversa degli Abruzzi, along Via Vittorio Emanuele II, immersed in the picturesque landscape of the Sagittario Valley, lie the remains of the Church of Santa Maria ad Nives. Not to be confused with the Church of Santa Maria della Neve in Castrovalva, this ancient place of worship stands at the […]
Church of San Marcello (Anversa degli Abruzzi)
Walking along Via Duca degli Abruzzi, the gaze is captured by the Church of San Marcello, dedicated to Pope Marcellus I, the patron saint of Anversa degli Abruzzi. Dating back to the 11th century, it was expanded during the fiefdom of Count Nicolò da Procida, whose coat of arms is still visible on the portal. […]
Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie (Anversa degli Abruzzi)
The Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is located in Piazza Roma, in the heart of Anversa degli Abruzzi. Its origins date back to the 16th century, and due to its historical and artistic value, it was declared a national monument in 1902. The entrance portal, dated 1540, is enriched by a limestone frame decorated […]
Villa Gandini Zamboni
Villa Gandini Zamboni, located in the heart of the province of Verona, is a splendid example of Venetian architecture from the 18th century, representing a historical, artistic, and cultural landmark of the region. Immersed in a landscape of great beauty, the villa reflects the magnificence and taste of the Veronese nobility of the time. The […]
Church of San Bernardino
The Church of San Bernardino, located in the heart of the historic center of Verona, is an extraordinary example of Gothic and Renaissance architecture, with a rich and complex history dating back to the 15th century. The church and the attached convent were founded in 1452, just two years after the canonization of San Bernardino […]
Park of the Walls
The Walls and Forts Park of Verona is one of the hidden gems of the city, a place where history, nature, and architecture blend harmoniously, offering visitors a unique experience. This urban park, which stretches for about nine kilometers, follows the perimeter of the ancient city walls, built and modified over centuries to protect Verona […]
Villa Giona
Villa Giona, located near San Pietro in Cariano, in the heart of Valpolicella, is a magnificent example of a Venetian Renaissance villa. Built in the 16th century by the Giona family, the villa represents a perfect combination of architecture, art, and landscape, embodying the spirit of Veronese nobility at the time. The villa was commissioned […]
I love Arena Museum Opera Palazzo Forti
The AMO – Arena Museo Opera, located in the heart of the historic center of Verona inside Palazzo Forti, is a unique museum dedicated entirely to the world of opera. Inaugurated in 2012, this cultural space offers visitors an immersive experience that combines history, art, and music, celebrating the deep connection between Verona and opera. […]
