Hamburg comes the paint anti pee in the street

Who lives in a big city, especially if tourist, knows exactly what we're talking. From Rome to Madrid, from Berlin to Lisbon, every city is facing this problem, which is to have neighborhoods where every meter is a place to eat, drink and be merry, neighborhoods that are filled with people and where the number of chemical baths is inversely proportional to the number of persons. So when it comes the urgent need, we meet in the street to pee in front of a wall or a doorway or crouch behind a car or risk have it in while you wait for your turn to the local toilet. A situation which in the long run becomes unbearable, especially for residents, forced to live with unpleasant smells of urine and people who pees everywhere. One problem, however, seems to be resolved, at least as we show in Hamburg.

The city of Germany, in fact, is famous for its historic St. Pauli district, known for its bars that attract every year more than 20 million tourists who wander from one brewery to another to spend the evening drinking liters of beer . To put an end to the phenomenon of wildpinkler (in Italian, "pisciatori crazy"), have decided to paint the walls of the entire area with a paint "magical". As well explains an article in Der Spiegel, it is a water-repellent paint, usually used to coat the hulls of ships, but which, if applied on walls and doors, does not lose its effect. Namely to "reject" the pee, so that if the urinatore find them all on shoes and pants. The idea came to mind to residents who gathered in a committee and is not intended to drive away visitors, but simply give them the guidelines and make them understand how to behave when you are away from home, in full compliance next.

The Royal Palace of Caserta, photo gallery and mini review

In our journey through the Italian World Heritage sites by UNESCO today we visit the Royal Palace of Caserta, or Royal Palace of Caserta, historic house belonged to the royal house of the Bourbons of Naples which is located in Caserta, Italy. Besides the Palace, charming and immensely is also the park that surrounds it, made by an Italian garden - in which there are several fountains and the famous Great Falls - and the garden, characterized by thick forests.

The Royal Palace of Caserta is considered the largest royal residence in the world, even bigger than Versailles and is one of the most visited tourist destinations per year, with about 500 thousand visitors. Made in the late eighteenth century by order of King Charles of Bourbon, the Royal Palace was his favorite home, built so pompous to compare with that of Versailles. Initially designed for Napoli was moved to Caserta to avoid it to be easily attacked by sea. The architect who built it was Luigi Vanvitelli, to which the king asked that the draft of the opulent mansion there was only the palace, also the park and the accommodation of the urban environment, with the procurement of a new aqueduct (Aqueduct Carolino) who crossed the adjoining complex of San Leucio. The new palace was to be a symbol of the new state Bourbon and manifest power and grandeur, but also be efficient and rational. The work lasted years, from 1751 to 1845, although it was inhabited as early as 1780. During these years not only died on King Charles of Bourbon, but also the same Vanvitelli, who was succeeded by his son. Example of the Italian Baroque, the palace is a complex of 1200 rooms and 1742 windows, 34 staircases, for an area of ​​about 47 000 m². The Royal Palace of Caserta, photo gallery and mini review Edited by debora March 14, 2012 The Royal Palace of Caserta, and the Gardens of the Palace, are beautiful, beautiful, really beautiful. And despite all the problems, such as the scarcity and contradictory nature of the information, the union meeting of two hours of Sunday morning (held on the day before), the dirt and the ruin of some of its parts, in spite of everything, the Royal Palace and Gardens remain beautiful, a must see at least once in life. Our Versailles was ordered by Charles of Bourbon, the future Charles III of Spain, who began work in 1751, entrusting them to Luigi Vanvitelli, risucendolo to tear the Pope (a kind of football-market era, where instead of the players, we were fighting artists). One requirement for Vanvitelli: build the most beautiful palace in Europe. Neither was able to see the finished work, indeed Charles went off to do the king in Spain, leaving the task to finish the work (and to find the money), to those who would succedduto. The construction of the palace was completed in 1845, under Francis II, the last of the Bourbons in Italy, but not the last king, to be able to enjoy such magnificence. One of the finest examples of Baroque in Italy, a building with a rectangular shape, with buildings that cross on the inside, on an area of ​​47,000 square meters, a 120-hectare park, which stretches over 3 km, understand well that if you decide to visit the Royal Palace and Gardens, you have to be well organized (and hope they do not organize an assembly surprise). In these two photographs, taken from the village of Casertavecchia, one can see how it fits the Royal Palace in Caserta modern; a huge palace and a long strip of green that goes back to a hill, completely surrounded by the city, which was built around. But at the time of its construction it was not so; here was the whole country, and to get from Naples to the Royal Palace, the King and his court, had to do 20 kilometers of road, immersed in what was to be the beautiful countryside bell. Charles wanted her here, also for security reasons, since at the time, the coasts were still beaten by African pirates to raid countries, and find slaves to sell in the markets of Tunis and Algiers. Getting to the palace by car is easy; Milan-Naples, Caserta exit, and follow the signs (5 minutes from the A1). To assess whether arriving by train, since the station is right in front of the large square of the Palace. The ticket office is on the left, after the gates. And here we have lived a little yellow. Meanwhile, calling by phone, office information, to book your ticket, we got two different answers (you can do, you can not do). Then arrived, we found having to pay a few euro more for the exhibition of Keith Haring in progress at this time (out of our interest), then we were informed that if you wanted to buy a ticket, it was mandatory to have the tour guide place (64 Euros), and that in any case, if you are in groups of more than 10 people is required to have mufflers (1.80 euro). Surely it will all be motivated, and with a purpose, but it is too much to ask to have accurate information on the obligations and transparent pricing (try to see the site of the Palace to believe)? Just entered, I was stunned by the size; everything is great, everything is great. And if we, modern travelers, accustomed to the skyscrapers and the issimi of modern civilization, we are impressed, imagine how you would feel a few centuries ago. The staircase leading to the upper floors is fantastic, and not surprising that it has been the set of many films and television series. A glance incredible. The staircase comes to a huge hall, in the center of the whole complex; from here you enter the Palatine Chapel (one can only look out) and to the royal apartments. Relax, you can not miss it, just follow the signs that guide us along the way, which starts from the huge stande representative, to get to the private ones, which although small, have their own little normal. There is much to see and so much history to consocere, so if you are going to deepen what you see on the tour, as well as dodge the various groups, you have to get well prepared, or take a guide, hoping that there understood , that kind speedy gonzales, well prepared in the history of art, and in cross-country running. Much to see; huge paintings of hunting scenes and views on the ports of the Kingdom, frescoes and tapestries which alone furnish the rooms, huge chandeliers that fall from high ceilings, and statues that imprezziosiscono environments, but also objects of daily use such as beds and cots, wardrobes , desks, chairs and desks. The portrait of the life of the King, as they could never know his subjects. And among the many beautiful objects, like a Murano chandelier, some curiosity, as the globe of the sky, a library pyramid, truncated at the top, and one of the first bidet in Italy, that officials of Savoy, in charge of doing the inventory, cataloged as "guitar-shaped basins of unknown use." And then you go out, and you get in the Gardens, where we we rested and refreshed, making a small picnic at the sides of the park, in the shade of the trees. A tip if you were not trained trekkers; to visit the park rent a bike, otherwise the risk, rather than concrete, and can only see part. The bibiclette are rented to the left, Appenna out on the back of the Palace. I can not tell how much there is availability of bicycles, but when I asked, aevano only normal ones; tandems and electric ones did not have any more. Leave a document, and you pay an hour early (there is also the horse-drawn carriage, but I did not ask how much it cost). To my bike, I paid 4 euro per hour. It was not too light, he marches that were not working very well, so on a few flights, I had come down, and take her hand. Despite this, an expense that would do it, because otherwise I would not be able to see the whole park. Half-hour bike ride, with some stops, to get to the top.

Having just spent an hour for the meeting (hours retrieved with a visit to the amazing village of Casertavecchia), we could not dwell too much on the English garden (at the top on the left as seen from the Royal Palace); so most of the simple impression of a romantic park and very cool, I can not tell you. Beautiful fountains, which break the perspective from the Palace to the hill, and provide a foothold to the will of the visitors, that fountain in Fountain, forget the fatigue and distances. My favorite is that of Venus and Adonis, with Mars in the treacherous role of the boar. When we returned home, I gave the girls asked if she had piaicuta the Palace. "It was beautiful," he said great. Then I gave her two small magnets, and at that point the smallest (6 years), to which I gave the one with the facade of the Palace, he told me: "Mom, but here are missing the litter." What can I say? Outside the palace, we are close to the station, and this does not help, but also in, here and there you could see things that were not, or to turn to the positive things you could improve. The general decorum, some parts of the park that seemed abbandanote, not to say then, information: simply lacking. Assembly, closed gates on Sunday for two hours, I do not mean anything; There are laws, and those who have to make sure they are respected. I'm just saying that at 9 am, after starting at 6, and organizing all the way out for over a month, I was quite angry. But then I have consoled with Casertavecchia, I do not know the gentlemen who came in pulmman from Veneto (and those from abroad). P.S. if you really want to take one of the guides proposed adgli abulanti, predetela at the gates, where they offer a 2 euro; 1 magnet costs 3 Euros, 5 Euros if you take two.

Japan, the new statue of Hachiko opens to the public

Was celebrated a few days ago, precisely on March 8, the anniversary of the death of Hachiko, the Akita Inu dog breed became a symbol of fidelity famous worldwide. If you have visited at least once in a lifetime Japan, or if you are a fan of this fascinating country, surely know the story of the statue of this dog, located in Shibuya near the bus station. Hachiko fact - whose real name was Hachi, that means eight, number considered auspicious by the Japanese - was adopted by Hidesaburō Ueno, a professor in the agriculture department at the University of Tokyo. Every day for two years the dog has accompanied his master to the station of the district, where it was left to wait until the return. Until May 21, 1925 Ueno is struck down by a stroke during a lesson and died suddenly, without doing more back home. From that day the dog waited for his master in the same place for ten years, until his death. The sad story was reported on all the national newspapers and his body preserved in the National Museum of Nature and Science, though some of his bones were buried there Aoyama Cemetery, next to his master.

To commemorate this symbol of allegiance was made a bronze statue depicting dog, located right near the Shibuya station where the animal was usually wait. For several days, however, was set up and opened to the public a new sculpture depicting the dog with his master: the work is located on the campus of Tokyo Imperial University (also known as Todai) next to the Department of Agriculture where Ueno taught.

Events in Berlin, at the start of the exhibition "Women in Business" in the Castelli Women

From next April 2, 2015 there will be something more to see in Berlin. Will indeed be visited four castles of great historical and artistic interest thanks to the work of the Foundation of Prussian castles and gardens Berlin Brandenburg (SPSG), which manages the extraordinary artistic and cultural heritage of the German capital and Brandenburg, which has for capital Potsdam. Four great castles bind its history to that of many great women. These are the "Castles of women": Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam, linked to Elizabeth Ludovica of Bavaria, Queen of Prussia; Charlottenburg Palace in Berlin, linked to Auguste von Harrach, Princess of Liegnitz; Castle Glienicke, Berlin, linked to - Maria of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, Princess of Prussia; Castle Schönhausen, in Berlin, tied a- Elisabeth Christine of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel-Bevern, Queen of Prussia. A series of events in the Castle Schönhausen will also mark the 300th anniversary of the Queen Elisabeth Christine of Prussia (1715-1797). Concerts and lectures will be devoted to the life and work of the little-known wife of Frederick the Great. The life of the queen will be commemorated with a presentation room in the castle garden.

The locations selected have a special bond with their illustrious inhabitants, who often have left an indelible mark even from a historical point of view. In the exhibition "Business Women" permanent exhibitions existing inside the castles will be supplemented and extended so as to focus attention on the role played by the rulers of the House of Hohenzollern and the role they played in the development of Berlin and Brandenburg.

Mantova, what to see

Today we look at what to visit in Mantova beautiful art cities of Lombardy: think that since 2008 the city, along with Sabbioneta, was included in law in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, mainly because of what was created by Gonzaga during the Renaissance. One day for sure not enough to visit Mantua, here you find many museums, churches, palaces and art venues to visit. Firstly you have to do a photo shoot from the bridge of San Giorgio, you see here in all its beauty the skyline of Mantua. But this is just the beginning. Mantova: the origins of the city

The origins of the city of Mantua are tied to an ancient myth. It is said that Mantova is connected with the prophetess Manto, that the Greek tradition of the diviner daughter wants Theban Teiresias. The events narrated in the myth say that Manto, who fled from Thebes, stopped in modern Turkey; while others describe his arrival, after long wandering in the territory, then completely swamp, which now houses the city. In this place he created a lake with her tears; according to legend, these waters had magical properties to confer prophetic powers to those who drank. Manto he met and married the river god Tybris (the Tiber) King of the Tuscans, and their son Ocno (also called Bianore) have founded a city on the banks of the river Mincio calling it, in honor of his mother, Mantua. This version of the mythical foundation of the city of Mantua is shown in Virgil's Aeneid. According to another theory, Mantova draws the origin of its name from Manth, Etruscan god, lord of the dead pantheon Tyrrhenian. Since I like the manors, let's start from the Castle of San Giorgio famous for its four towers, including the Tower of Northeast hosting the Bridal Chamber of Mantegna. Nearby is Piazza Sordello with the Palazzo Ducale, precisely residence of Gonzaga, full of paintings and statures (visit here lasts a couple of hours) and on the opposite side of the square is the Cathedral of Mantua, known even as St. Peter's Cathedral in Romanesque and Gothic. Also had a look at the Bishop's Palace, then press forward in the historic center of Mantua. Here is the Teatro Bibiena, one inaugurated by a young Mozart, photographed the monument to Dante Alighieri, while in Piazza Broletto is the Palazzo del Podesta with the Kiosk of Virgil and the famous Sottoportico of Lattonai. If you have not yet tired, in Piazza Erbe is the Palazzo della Ragione, the Rotunda of San Lorenzo (the requested city's oldest, in Romanesque and central plant) and the Clock Tower. In Piazza Mantegna is the Basilica of St. Andrew with a lot of Gothic tower, the one the Friday sports Sacred Vessels containing the "Precious Blood of Christ" brought to Mantua by Longinus; Furthermore there is also the memorial dedicated to Andrea Mantegna. If you want to then see another statue of Virgil, you have to go the Piazza Virgiliana, which also houses the Diocesan Museum, while in via Acerbi is the House of Mantegna. Here is also the Asked San Sebastian with the monument to the fallen in the First World War. Also worth seeing is the Palazzo San Sebastiano, former residence of Francesco II Gonzaga and now a museum, not to mention the Temple of San Sebastian. And how not to see the famous Palazzo Te, where Francesco II Gonzaga housed his mistress? Remember then along the way to photograph the many towers that dot Mantova.

What to do in the spring: the tracks of wolves in the appennino Parma

The Wolves. Roam free in the woods and rarely show up. In fairy tales are almost always bad, symbol of ancestral fears, yet the charm and strength that embody are legendary. Wild spirits in nature and especially protected species and to be protected, the wolves are animals important to the environment, whose presence in the woods of shows balance and biodiversity. To discover the true essence of the wolf, surpassing fairy tales and folk beliefs that surround its mythological figure, from 15 March to 26 April 2015, for four Sundays, you go on exciting excursions penetrating in the woods west of the Parma Apennines, accompanying adventure with a lunch copyright-based local products, while listening to stories and events related to the habits, biology and the environment in which he lives the wolf.

The initiative is called "Fame by wolves: 4 convivial hiking on the trail of the wolf", and is organized by Legambiente, WWF, CAI, ADA, Lipu and Parks of the Duchy under the patronage of the Province of Parma. To find out even more about this fascinating animal, in the Regional Park Carrega Woods, only 15 km from Parma, is the Reference Center Wolf managed by the Parks. Moreover, between 1100 hectares of trees, beeches, oaks, chestnuts and streams of the park there is the echo B & B The Call of the Wood, to stay immersed in a beautiful natural landscape. The program of Fame by wolves. Sunday, March 15 you forward in the Reserve of Ghirardi, lunch with the Farm Heaven of Strela, where a narrator reveal the power of the animal legendary: "A menu of carnivore." March 29 is the hike on Mount Segarino (Bedonia), before the break at the Tavern of Coco where you tell the mystery of "The Big Bad Wolf: ancient tales and urban legends." On April 12, you climb Mount Vergastrelli (Albareto), then have lunch at the Refuge "Beech crusader" and participate in a discussion on "What makes the wolf sexy: traveling in the biochemistry of attraction." On April 26, the adventure ends with the tour "In the footsteps of wolves", lunch at Pizzeria Trattoria di Corchia and a story on "Images of a possible coexistence". To participate in "Fame by wolves" have to book (Legambiente - tel 0521.238478 - mail: info@legambienteparma.it), the price for a room is to max € 25, with discounts for children.

What to do in Dublin: the St. Patrick's Day

And 'the most awaited festival by the Dubliners and the Irish all: St. Patrick's Day, the St. Patrick's Day, a national holiday that irandese held March 17. A day in which Ireland throughout celebrates with parades, festivals, music and fun, from Dublin to Limerick, Galway to Wicklow. Affectionately called by the Irish St. Paddy's Day, the feast of St. Patrick's Day celebrates the patron saint of Ireland. The celebrations are focused on everything related to the green, symbol of Ireland, why people dress in green, you eat foods of the same color and mostly features the shamrock, the traditional symbol. Each year the Irish communities prepare to take to the streets in procession, but it is in Dublin held the festivities more alive. In Dublin takes place on St. Patrick's Festival, a cultural event and music that lasts several days, usually 12 to 17 March. The capital is transformed into a huge stage where street artists and bands from around the world improvised concerts on street corners, all full of fun and washed down with good Irish beer like Guinness. But it is definitely the parade of 17 March the most awaited event by tourists and Dubliners, leaving at 12 Parnell Square to get up to St. Patrick's Cathedral. A huge and colorful parade where masked parade migliorli Irish and international talent, ending in a night of "craig", a term that sums up the spirit of hospitality and friendliness of the Irish carefree. To enjoy the best the city, the stages missed if you are in Dublin for the St. Patrick's Day are: O'Connol Street, Henry Street, Bridge O'Connol, a ride in the park of Trinity College and a walk to the via street Artists Grafton street and of course the Guinness brewery.

Oropa Sanctuary: history and times

Oropa Sanctuary - Our journey to discover the places of pilgrimage continues this week with the Oropa Sanctuary, I went there at least a couple of times and it is absolutely worth it. Oropa Sanctuary is a twelve kilometers from Biella, in Piedmont is a Marian shrine and is dedicated to the Black Madonna. The sanctuary consists of the Sacro Monte Sacro Monte di Oropa, the original church and the present sanctuary, the one with the structures used to house the faithful visiting. From the sanctuary you can reach the refuge Savoy and Lake of Mucrone mind a cable car takes you to the summit of Monte Camino. Also remember right now that the Sacro Monte di Oropa is part of the Sacred Mountains of Piedmont and Lombardy, and since 2003 is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Oropa Sanctuary: history and origins Tradition has it that the Oropa Sanctuary was founded by St. Eusebius, Bishop of Vercelli in the fourth century in this very area where paganism worshiped the great boulders and the worship of the ancient Celtic goddesses. From the first half of the fourteenth century, in the Sanctuary of Oropa is venerated Gothic statue of the Black Madonna. Originally the statue was housed in a chapel, the place you can see it in the north wall of the ancient basilica, near a boulder. We get to the fifteenth century, here the families of Biella build several private houses to accommodate the pilgrims. But it is in the Baroque period that the Shrine expands, architecturally speaking, thanks to the interest of the House of Savoy. Oropa to intervene names like Filippo Juvarra, its the Porta Regia, Ignatius Galletti and Guarino Guarini. Around the ancient Basilica so you decide to build a shrine to house the most of the pilgrims. In the seventeenth century the plague hits hard the Piedmont, but the town of Biella vows to Our Lady of Oropa and is not touched here every year even now Biella makes a solemn procession to Oropa. Since 1620, then, in a hundred years you have the crowning of the statue of the Black Madonna. On a hill west of the Sanctuary, is then built the Holy Mount. Legend has it that the statue of the Black Madonna had been hidden by Sant'Eusebio under a boulder, to prevent it impadronissero heretics. In the early seventeenth century on this rock was built the chapel of the Roc. Then the old church of Oropa was built incorporating a second boulder, the roc 'dla life where women were pagan rubbing to propitiate the birth of children. In the nineteenth century, it was decided to build a second court to accommodate even the cemetery, while the monumental cemetery is located west of the sanctuary, near the route of the Sacred Mountain. Here you will find several esoteric symbols related to Freemasonry. In the twentieth century will begin the work to build the new church. Stumble as within the Sanctuary there is a weather-seismic observatory. There are some peculiarities related to the statue of the Black Madonna of Oropa: the statue is not worn out and there is no trace of woodworm, the foot is not consumed despite the habit of touching, on the faces of the Virgin and the Child does not stop powder. Oropa Sanctuary: times of Masses Here is the schedule of Masses at the Shrine of Oropa: Hours Holidays Ancient Basilica: 7:30 am - 9:00 to 10:30 - 16:30 to 18:15 (15:15 Rosary and Eucharistic Procession) Upper Basilica: 11.45 Hours Weekdays Ancient Basilica: 7.10 am (praise) - 7:30 to 9:00 (Saturday only) - 10.30 - 16:30 to 18:15 (Vigil) Upper Basilica: 11.30 (July and August) Confessions Ancient Basilica: 8:00 to 12:00 hours / 15:00 to 19:00 every day Upper Basilica: Holidays: half an hour before Mass Oropa Sanctuary: Getting there Oropa Sanctuary is located in via Oropa Sanctuary 480, 13900 Biella to Oropa (BI). The phone number is +39 015.25551200. Oropa Sanctuary is located 14 km from Biella on highway 144; 56 km from Vercelli on highway 230; at 87km from Turin on the A4 Turin-Milan exit Santhià; 115 km from Milan on the A4 Turin-Milan exit Carisio. Coming from Alexandria, you have to exit at Santhià and take the ss 143, while from Aosta have to take the junction Ivrea-Santhià exit Santhià. If you take the train, the train station is to Biella S. Paolo 14 km from Oropa, and buses depart from the station of Biella, line 360.

Where to go in the spring, in Limassol on Cyprus

Limassol, 100,000 people who become 200,000 when considering its vicinity, is the second largest city by population of the island of Cyprus, but it is one that at the moment is the most dynamic and international accomplices trade and tourism, which made what was once a sleepy fishing village, an internationally known tourist center. Its main attraction is the historic castle, where the medieval museum. According to tradition, where today stands the fortress, once stood the Byzantine church where Richard the Lionheart married Berengaria of Navarre May 12, 1191, becoming the ephemeral king of Cyprus, before selling the island to the Knights Templar and the Lusignan. Aware of the economic importance of tourism, lately the Cypriot authorities are catching the old port and the small historic city center, which is filling the shops full of sponges of all shapes and sizes, and restaurants for tourists and bathers, with the latter's return from the beaches of the Governor, sandy, or from Lady's Mile, mixed sand and pebbles, but with the attractiveness of small restaurants overlooking the sea. Do not miss a visit to the magnificent archaeological site of Kourion, which never fails to impress with its amphitheater and mosaics, as well as the beautiful natural landscape in which it is immersed. If we have time, near Kourion is also the Temple of Apollo, little known but well restored. The traditional shopping streets are Ayios Andreas and via Anexartisias, antique flavor, while the "rub" Akti Olympion now on the seafront, 7 km of walkway between the municipal gardens and the old port. Many clubs and pubs where to spend the afternoon or evening, but if you want to stay on the traditional, must enter into a traditional buzukia, more or less our restaurant.

What to see in New York: Harlem

If you're planning a trip to New York, between your tours in the city you should definitely include the neighborhood of Harlem, the heart of the African American community in the Big Apple. For years considered an outcast because peripheral ghetto and dangerous, a few years of operation restyling is recovering in the sixth district to make it more attractive to tourists. Actually Harlem has always been a tourist area, but for a niche tourism, for lovers of jazz music that vibrates here in plenty of venues around the neighborhood or to attend a real Mass Gospel. The neighborhood of Harlem is located in the north of Manhattan, up to Central Park. And 'different from other parts of the city: here still have not arrived the enormous skyscrapers - although some modern construction begins to peep - and the streets are lined with trees and characterized by buildings built with traditional bricks that are very New York. Former Dutch colony in 1600 - Harlem is in fact the name of a city of Holland - for over two hundred years Harlem was inhabited by the Dutch, until the second half of the nineteenth century, when we begin to get the first emigrants Irish, British, German and African Americans, who have taken control of the neighborhood in the early twentieth century, because of lower rents. So Harlem became the center of black culture, who still lives in the streets of the neighborhood and the local historians, such as the Apollo Theater and the Cotton Club. Until the eighties, if you asked a taxi driver to take you to Harlem, this refused the ride, to avoid passing in one of the then considered dangerous. Today, however, you can easily stroll around Harlem and enjoy the freshness and originality of the area. In unmissable details of your tour list: Lenox Avenue, the main street of the neighborhood, with its traditional restaurants; Columbia University, one of the most renowned universities in the States; Cathedral St. John the Divine, famous for being the largest church in the world in the Gothic Revival style. And again: Riverside Church, a Gothic structure with 21 floors high, where inside houses the largest carillon in the world; the Abyssinian Baptist Church, where you can listen to an authentic gospel Mass with a lot of songs, dances and songs; the Studio Museum, where you can see many exhibitions of African-American artists; the Apollo Theater, the theater district famous for having hosted musicians such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Aretha Franklin and Duke Ellington. If you love jazz, the Cotton Club is the temple of this music, historical place in the days of Prohibition: here you can attend a concert while enjoying hearty meals of soul food, the traditional cuisine of the African-American population.

What to see in Rome: The moon over the Colosseum

Rome is a magical city and fascinating on any day of the year. So rich in history, art, monuments and life, the Capital is able to impress with its beauty not only the many tourists who visit, but also the Romans themselves. For an even more magical, that will allow you to see Rome as you've never seen, is coming "The Moon of the Coliseum in 2015," Roman initiative that opens the doors of the Flavian Amphitheatre at night, with guided tours underground, illuminated by the moonlight. The initiative starts on April 23 and will run until October 10, 2015 and is a unique opportunity to discover the Flavian Amphitheatre during the night. The tour will also include a tour of the underground of the Colosseum, the discovery of tunnels and arches inside the monument, obviously passing through the arena, the heart of the monument. You will know the history of the amphitheater, its uses, all made more impressive by the lighting in the evening. The reservation at the Coliseum Twilight is mandatory: the visits take place every Monday, Thursday and Saturday from 20:10 to 24:00 (last admission 22:40). There are also educational visits in Italian at 20:50, 21:50, 22:20, 22:40. The ticket price of the tour is 25 euro (reduced 18 € for children 6-12 years); to book, contact phone numbers 06 / 85.30.17.58 Fax 06 / 85.30.17.56 or send an email to service@romeguide.it.

What to see in the Marche, the temple of Valadier in Genga

Sitting right in a high mountain cave near Genga Marche, the Temple of Valadier stands out with its striking silhouette against the neoclassical rough square edges of the surrounding walls of the natural cave; as if the temple itself was looking a shelter inside the cave. In fact it was the local population that for hundreds of years has found refuge within the walls of these caves. Surely at least the tenth century, when the local people took refuge there to hide from looting and violent attacks than running around our peninsula. Remains of these acquaintances were found during the construction of the temple started in 1828 by Pope Leo XII, elected to the papal throne in 1823, aka Hannibal Girolamo Francesco Clemente Melchiorre Nicola Sermattei, and born in Genga, that all ' era was part of the Papal States. The church, covered with a lead roof, was built according to a plant-shaped octagonal. Inside originally was a Madonna and Child, carved by the workshop of Antonio Canova, which today has been moved to the Museum of Genga; in its place was installed a copy. Next to the temple is Santa Maria infra Saxa, a hermitage which is partly dug directly in the rocks, documented since 1029, which started as a cloistered monastery for Benedictine nuns. Not far from the temple of Valedier, are then the Frasassi, karst caves in the municipality of Genga, and lots of trails for hiking and meadows where to make a nice picnic; in short, an excellent destination for next Easter.

What to do in Milan in three hours

What can you do in Milan in three hours? I would say anything, because Milan is a big city, with many different tourist attractions, much of the city's business and shopping that we imagine. But so that we may not have time to switch the Expo, and we might have only three hours before returning home by plane or train. In this case it might come in handy advice that Krisanne posted on Condé Nast. No matter if it is the first or the fifteenth time you visit the Duomo di Milano; the cathedral will never fail to amaze. This magnificent Gothic cathedral is the most famous landmark of the city, with its more than 3,500 statues, about two-thirds of which are lined up on the roof. So it is almost a must climb the 150 steps leading to the roof, where you can enjoy a closer view of the famous 'Madonna' and a spectacular view of the city. The walk from the Duomo to Piazza della Scala, lasted just five minutes, but only if you walk slowly. The walk through the great Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, one of the oldest commercial emporiums of the world, where there is also the Town House, the only 7-star hotel in Italy. Short stop to crush the balls of Taurus, and it continues to get on one of the most beautiful squares in Milan: Piazza Della Scala. To the north, the iconic La Scala and at noon, Palazzo Marino, the town hall of Milan. You can spend the rest of the time exploring one of the two buildings, better yet, sit and admire the monument of Leonardo in the center of the square. And in the tourist center of the city, if you know where to look, you can also find a handful of great restaurants. A few steps from the Cathedral, there is the Michelin star Restaurant Cracco: one of the best in the city and a must for foodies. Conducted by Alain Ducasse, the dishes are delicate and beautiful to see, in a fusion of classic Milanese and trendy ingredients. Here the advice is to skip the menu-tasting and ordered the risotto with saffron (alternatively the risotto with squid ink) and the famous Milanese veal. Excellent desserts are seasonal, but anything with chocolate is a safe bet.

St. Peter Stiftskeller, Restaurant Salzburg since '803

The history of St. Peter Stiftskeller Salzburg in Austria, can be traced back all'803, when it was used as a meeting place for merchants and bishops, and even if its customers, its interiors, the owners and the menus have changed Over the centuries, in fact, is still in operation and this is considered the oldest eatery in Central Europe. Stiftskeller then, in 1803 acquired the right to produce beer, which is served by that year to its customers, together or as an alternative to its production of wine. Today, the restaurant, which prides itself in offering a real feast for all 5 senses, allows you to sit in different rooms: from severe and historical Prälatenzimmer, the more informal banquet room, being able to choose from a wide selection of dishes Traditional Austrian to the international cuisine. And between courses and the other, the discreet presence of string quartets that fill the air of the classics of Mozart and classical music of all time. An elegant and refined environment, however, is always busy, so reservation becomes almost mandatory. Salzburg is not so great, so to stay in the History lunch or dinner at the St. Peter Stiftskeller should then be combined with a walk in the Getreidegasse, the street where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart lived his youth, now the shopping street Salzburg.

What to do in the summer on the Seiser Alm: hiking in the Running Park

When the snow retreats, for a skier who become melancholy, there are many other sports smiling, because there are so many activities to enjoy in the summer sun outdoors. So why not think of the Alpe di Siusi in South Tyrol, where you will find the largest mountain pasture of Europe? A beautiful natural landscape that, after hosting the fans of winter sports, prepares the wardrobe to accommodate those who prefer the Dolomites the green and in bloom, with an endless variety of opportunities to discover when the melting snow reveals a myriad of paths and surprises . Those who love the trails and ample space to run, on Alpe di Siusi are waiting for the Running Park Alpe di Siusi, 20 circular tracks well balanced and marked with different distances and difficulty, with a total length of 180 km that are an invitation to train, surrounded by the peaks that no other field in the world would be able to offer. Eight of these are in fact surrounded by a magnificent panorama at an altitude between 1,800 and 2,300 meters, while the remaining between 900 and 1,100 meters, around the villages of Castelrotto, Siusi, Fie foot Schlern and Tiers. The Running Park offers each runner its ideal path and help is available for the race, in order to inform about the track, length and degree of difficulty. It was also prepared a small handbook with practical advice for those who run for the first time and more information with a training diary. The tracks of the district seem crafted to develop endurance, strength and tightness. The climate, altitude and the geography of the land are the ideal terrain for runners. For this reason, in the summer of 2015, the Alpe di Siusi will become the training ground for a group of Kenyan runners of international fame, who literally follow in the footsteps of Martin Lel and James Kwambai, both the marathon and already superstar guests plateau.

What to do in the spring, a trip to the Gardens of Ninfa near Rome

A hickory, apple trees ornamental, a Japanese maple leaf rose, a red beech, a maple leaf in white, a pine leaves of silver, a group of yucca, several rose bushes, a tree of the fog, a pine Himalayas , banana trees, a Mexican pine, acacia South America, the iberis, pomegranates dwarves, a group of bamboo from China, one from Brazil gunnera manicata papyrus, a cedar and a casuarina tenuous, a star magnolia. And then meadows, woods, streams, springs, water holes, waterfalls, ruins, castles, towers, walls, churches, all gathered in one corner of the plain, survived the hunger for land and grain of poor Italian era of Reclamation (to understand what it was, the advice is to read the wonderful book by Antonio Canale Mussolini Plumes, saved by the WWF and the Caetani family, and is now protected as a natural monument of the Italian Republic. Admission is regulated only by guided tours, without reservation, with departures every ten minutes. The tour takes about an hour and at the end you can not stay in the Garden, but all around there are bars, farmhouses and restaurants, or simply a large lawn, great for making an outdoor picnic. Entrance fee to 12 Euros, free for children under 11 years. Throughout 2015 the Garden of Ninfa will be open every Sunday in April and May, so a good opportunity to organize a nice day trip. But we see the full program of the openings. April 2015: 4, 5, 6, 12, 19, 25, 26, from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 14:30 to 18:00 May 2015: 1, 2, 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 14:30 to 18:00 June 2015: 2, 6, 7, 21, from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 14:30 to 18:00 July 2015: 4, 5, from 9:00 to 12:00 and 15:00 to 18:30 August 2015: 1, 2, 15, from 9:00 to 12:00 and 15:00 to 18:30 September 2015: 5, 6, from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 14:30 to 18:00 October 2015: 3, 4, from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 14:30 to 16:00 November 2015: 1, from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 14:30 to 16:00

Solar Eclipse 2015: fully booked and the Faroe Islands on the island Svalbard

In Rome there is already preparing to take advantage of a high and unobstructed views from terraces, penthouses or scenic as those of the Pincio, the Gianicolo, Monte Mario, or directly to the Planetarium and Astronomy Museum of Rome, to deepen and extend the look to 'solar eclipse, which we in Italy will be partial. In Rome will be from 9:23 to 11:42, with the peak hours of 10:31. The only places in the world where you can see the total eclipse of the Sun, will be the polar islands of the archipelago of Svalbard, Italian islands on which we could build a legitimately our colony, and those of the Faroe Islands, including the small village of Gasadalur, the country's most remote of Europe. Too bad there is not a spare seat in the hotel: all booked for two years, but there are people willing to go the last moment, so that the authorities of the island of Svalbard, have been forced to issue the following notice to the safety of travelers. The average temperature in Svalbard in March is about minus 15 degrees Celsius. Furthermore, the cold wind further increases the heat loss further. E 'must be equipped with clothes resistant to cold and wind. Will not be available heated tents public; placement in these tents is only available for visitors who booked through tour operators. If you want to move out of the settlements, it is necessary to provide protection against polar bears. All accommodation must be booked in advance. The ability of restaurants and bars is limited.

Solar eclipse 2015 in Italy: how to see it

March 20 Europe will see a total solar eclipse, an event that does not occur at these latitudes since 1999. Because of its rarity, the event is mobilizing many people, waiting to see the "kiss" between the sun and moon. In Italy are organizing all over the so-called Sun Party, designed by the Italian Amateur Astronomers (Uai) to assist collectively to the phenomenon. Here, in fact, the eclipse will be only partial, though still significant. The highlight will occur at 10.31 in Rome, a few seconds later in Milan, but it will last a total of more than two hours, from about 09:30 to 11:40. From Northern Italy will be able to see the moon cover more 'than 70 percent of the solar disk, the South about 50 percent. On the site of Uai there is a full list of events organized to follow the show together and safely. It 'important fact adopt specific glasses, bought cheaply in stores astronomical equipment, or look through the indirect projection of a telescope, equipped with special filters to prevent damage to the retina. E 'preferable to an outdoor venue, vast and poorly lit, to enjoy the most of the show. The eclipse will be in the morning and will vary depending on the place where you are to observe it: will begin at 9:16 in Cagliari, then in Rome (9:23), Milan (9:24), Naples (9:25) and Lecce and Trieste (9:30). The maximum obscuration will have about an hour after the start of the eclipse, which will conclude around 11:45. Although it will not be total, you should still not definite, because even to witness a similar eclipse in Italy will have to wait until 2026.

St. Joseph, the bonfires and the beginning of spring

March 19 is Father's day, which falls in correspondence with St. Joseph, husband of Mary and also considered the father of Jesus. In Italy, however, we know that every religious holiday is intertwined magically with some pagan ritual that lasts even today despite the years. So, on March 19 in many cities and villages of Italy, celebrates the end of winter and early spring, and the fire is the symbol of this long-awaited step. The bonfire is part of a ritual of purification and consecration. Usually, in this huge controlled fire is burned a puppet that takes the shape of an old man or an old woman, which is to symbolize the Winter. Burning the puppet, therefore, we say goodbye to the cold season and greets the beginning of spring. Throughout the boot, especially in small towns, the Feast of St. Joseph is still very much felt by the people, who are carrying on the age-old traditions. the feast. A Bobbio, in Emilia Romagna, the party is even of Celtic origin: it was the Irish monks of the Abbey of St. Columban, founded in 614, to merge the pagan and Christian, in the light that defeats the darkness. Even in the land of Mormanno immemorial are the origins of this tradition that in all districts are lit large bonfires in honor of the Santo followed by music and traditional dances. A Itri, in the province of Latina, was used until a few years ago that two months before the party boys, often accompanied by adults, you were marked in the nearby woods to cut trees young holm: the aim was to gather as much plants possible to the day of the festival light the fire largest among all districts of the country. Even today, the day of St. Joseph, at dusk, across the country will light dozens of bonfires near which we organize parties with tasting of local products, including donuts of San Giuseppe, fried directly by the fires. This year in Matera, European Capital of Culture, the festival will attract many tourists ready to heat up before the fire of one of the many bonfires that will be lit to celebrate the pagan ritual. Everyone goes in search of the nearest bonfire, but do not forget to throw an olive branch in the fire, in a good omen for the start of summer. St. Joseph, the bonfires and the beginning of spring March 17, 2014 From north to south, the bonfires of St. Joseph, are many, each with its own rituals and traditions. In Val Trebbia, in the heart of the territory of the Four provinces, every year we celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph with the Bonfire and with the burning of the "old", a puppet that symbolizes the winter. In Lazio, however, in Itri - in the province of Latina - dozens of bonfires are lit all over the country with the branches of olive trees just pruned, with popular music concerts and tasting of local products scattered around the city streets. The tradition of the fires is still present even in the village of Lucan Viggianello, with the rite of "fucalazzi", where huge bonfires burn, together with the wood, all the negative winter. Fires in Basilicata, Molise and Puglia in Serracapriola youth and adults collect the "strains" from the fields, ie the branches of olive trees just pruned and make it turn on pyres by the evening of 19. But it is not only the olive l 'propitiatory tree, in other villages are burned fact pine branches or holm or even brooms. In short, a custom widespread even today, where tradition blends with modern developments without losing the magic of ritual bonfire devotional symbol of purification and bodes well for a vintage lush fields.

Where to go in the spring, the Sicily of Agrigento

A perfect destination for this spring? A place that knows how to offer cultural and natural attractions, amplified by all the feelings that come to us from the season of awakening of nature? And maybe where you can eat and live well, without the stress of big cities? But it's easy: Sicily, which in spring is offered to the discerning tourist, with the great hospitality that everyone, friends and enemies the grant it. So why not Agrigento, Girgenti, Sicily Greek par excellence, even the best of ancient Greece that still you can enjoy in the beautiful Valley of the Temples. The Temples of Hercules, Jupiter, Juno, that of Concordia, Vulcan, Athena, Asclepius, Demetria, the Dioscuri and Isis, admired in full awakening of nature: a show that alone is worth the trip. Valley of Temples, but not alone, because the city of Agrigento, on the western summit of the hill of Girgenti, in addition to the cathedral of San Gerlando and the Monastery of the Holy Spirit, still preserves churches, monasteries, convents and palaces, that even if not always well-kept, reminiscent of the heyday of the city. A must then stop the house Museum of Pirandello, illustrious citizen of Agrigento. And if we move out of the capital, we find Canicattì, with its beautiful old town, Sciacca and its Cathedral, Palma de Lichtenberg and his castle, and keeping in theme of castles, there are also those of Palma de Lichtenberg, Bivona and Favara. Tired of all this history, culture, temples, churches, palaces and castles? Want to walk in the nature or along the shoreline of a beach Agrigento? Starting from the north to the south of the most beautiful beaches are: Porto Palo and Lido Fiore (Memphis), Stazzone, Lido of tuna, Lido of Foggia, Cape San Marco, San Giorgio and Lido Sovareto (Sciacca), Seccagrande and Borgo Bonsignore (Ribera ), Eraclea Minoa (Cattolica Eraclea), Bovo Marina (Montallegro), Siculiana Marina and the Reserve of Torre Salsa (Siculiana), Capo Rossello and Scala dei Turchi (Realmonte, in the gallery), Lido Azzurro (Porto Empedocle), Kaos and San Leone (Agrigento) and Marina di Palma (Palma de Lichtenberg). Do not you have enough yet? Are familiar, too found the tourist? So reserve Torre Salsa, where the sand dunes alternate with Mediterranean vegetation: 13 km of untouched wonders where you can get lost in the history and natural beauty. And then there is the spring in Sicily, which is a show in itself, which can be enjoyed by simply turning the streets of the province, in search of almond and orange trees typical of the area. And then there's the sweet, the cuisine and culinary traditions, which in Agrigento declines in the flavors and aromas of Cucchiateddi (besides the cassata and cannoli course). Traditional Agrigento is pasta with fava beans and ricotta, but also to try the pasta with sardines and peas, while in country towns, the tradition is that of sheep meat, which is sought when he married the pistachio. If then we are at sea, there are the fish dishes, fish quality: try the shad in shirt, a great delicate dish, in which the fish is wrapped in puff pastry and toasted in the oven.

Sanctuary of Caravaggio: schedules, history and address

Sanctuary of Caravaggio - Still in view of some council travel in view also of Easter 2015, how about if we take a look at history, the origins, the times of Masses and at the Sanctuary of Santa Maria of the Source Caravaggio. The Sanctuary of Caravaggio is a building dedicated to Catholic worship: is Caravaggio, the province of Bergamo in Lombardy. As the name of the shrine itself, it is dedicated to the worship of Santa Maria del Source: his appearance took place here May 26, 1432, in front of the peasant Jeannette de 'Vacchi. As for the history of the Shrine of Caravaggio, in 1432 was built on the site of a small chapel with an adjoining hospital to accommodate the pilgrims. The church was rebuilt after as unsafe: the Marian shrine was wanted by the Archbishop of Milan Carlo Borromeo. Work began in 1575 by architect Pellegrino Tibaldi. Currently the Sanctuary of Caravaggio has become a place of prayer with a reception center for pilgrims and the sick, a Centre of marriage counseling and family and also a center of spirituality (the chapel was inaugurated by Pope John Paul II). The buildings that house them have been recently renovated. The Marian shrine stands at the center of a clearing surrounded by symmetrical arches that surround on all four sides. In the square that links the avenue of access with the city center (at this point is the arc of Porta Nuova) is a marble obelisk with bronze putti. Besides the obelisk stands the fountain: the water passes under the church and picks the one coming from the Sacred Source, ending in the pool in the back yard. In the Sanctuary of Caravaggio stands the Dome, while the interior consists of a single nave with a Latin cross plan: here you will find chapels and choir, the high altar designed by Filippo Juvarra, the sacristy, the Sacred Cave and the Sacred Source Underground . Sanctuary of Caravaggio: address and hours of the Masses As for the address of the Sanctuary of Caravaggio, is located in Viale Papa Giovanni XXIII 24043 Caravaggio (Bg). The opening hours of the Sanctuary are: November to February: 6:30 / 12:00 to 14:00 / 17:00 March, April, October: 6:30 / 12:00 to 14:00 / 18:00 from May to September: 6:30 / 12:00 to 14:00 / 19:00 Sunday and holidays: continued 6.30 / 18:30 Here we have the schedule of Masses, these times Weekdays: SS. Messe: hours 7:00 to 08:30 - 10:00 to 16:00 Rosary: ​​Winter 15:30, summer after Mass 16:00 Eucharistic Adoration: 10:30 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 15:45 These times of the celebrations of the Sanctuary: Friday: 16.00 Penitential Rite (the source) to Mass Rosary: ​​after the Mass at 16:00 Praises of the Virgin (the Speco) These are times Holidays: SS. Masses: 7:00 to 08:30 - 10:00 to 11:30 - 16:00 to 17:30 Rosary: ​​15:15 Finally we have times of Blessings: Blessings of the people (the source, every Saturday and Sunday, every day before a holiday and holiday): Saturday 15.45; Sunday 9:45 am - 11:15 to 15:00 - 15:45 to 17:15 Rosary: ​​15.30 winter, summer follows the Mass 16:00 Blessing of motor vehicles (in the square reserved, every Saturday and Sunday, every day before a holiday and holiday): Saturday 15:30, Sunday 9.30 - 11:00 to 14:45 - 15:30 to 17:00

What to see in Japan: the dunes of Tottori

If you think of Japan, what comes to mind? Surely everything except the desert, dunes and camels, things from the Middle East to Japan. But are landscapes that can be admired even going to the East, specifically in Tottori. Tottori is a city of Japan, the capital of the prefecture of the same name which is located on the island of Honshu. The city is famous for its sand dunes, which cover an area of ​​over 30 square kilometers and is the only desert of Japan. These dunes are very old: they were formed over 100 million years ago thanks to the sediments transported by the river that flows down from the mountains Chūgoku Sendai, transforming them into the Sea of ​​Japan. Sea currents and the wind moving the sand, constantly changing the shape of the dunes. The dunes of Tottori are a tourist attraction, especially for the Japanese, who reach Tottori to make a unique experience, turning camel in the sand dunes. At the time the camels are only five, but the dunes of Tottori are a tourist attraction that you are thinking of enhancing, including through the opening of an educational museum: it's Hokuei-cho, an interesting interactive museum of manga. Camels, desert and manga. Could miss Japan Japanese comics? Of course not. So the Tottori airport was recently renamed "Airport Sand Dunes Conan", dedicating it to another important attraction of the city. And 'here that is born Gosho Aoyama, the creator of the sympathetic detective Conan that has earned a good number of followers in Italy, so the governor of the prefecture has opened a few days ago the airport with a lot of characters and souls around the airport. In fact, he just put the clothes of the young detective, disguising himself as Conan, in blue with big red parpaglino. To reach Tottori, located in the southwest of the island of Honshu, you can get there by train, with the JR pass, going down by Shinkansen to take a local train: one hour and 50 minutes from Okayama, a bit ' more from Osaka and Himeji. In Tottori, finally, is held every year the World Sand Sculpture, tournament of sand sculptures, in which competing artists from all over the world.

Easter 2015 on the island of Vulcano in the Aeolian Islands

To the north of the main island in the Archipelago of Malta, Gozo is, the younger sister of Malta, an island still strongly permeated by a wild charm and devoid of confusion of large crowds of tourists. Here the scents of the Mediterranean are the background to an incredible light, perhaps a reflection of the limestone, perhaps that of the sea, making it illuminates everything in bright colors. Blue, like a bathroom under the majestic stone arch that stands out from the cliff Dwejra and falls into the sea. Blue, as the Blue Hole, the underwater tunnel that is the gateway to one of the trips for divers. Red, like the end of Ramla 'l-Hamra' (the red, in Maltese), the most popular beach of the island. Yellow, which is the color of the rock made of limestone which is mainly composed of the island and with which the houses are built. Green, the one that is discovered in the spring, with long walks outdoors. A large number of nature and lots of colors, which can not but attract lovers of travel, but also those of photography, that on our Clickblog find lots of tips and useful ideas to grow and increase their passion.

For all fans photographers, but also for those who simply love nature, the Italian Touring Club organizes a photography course in Gozo, on the occasion of the 1st of May, with accommodation in a beautiful farmhouse, converted into a luxury property, provided swimming pool with all the amenities of a 4-star hotel. It will be the photographer Andrea Forlani to accompany participants in excursions to discover the beauty and colors of the island, explaining the secrets to improve your own point of view and their technique.

To the north of the main island in the Archipelago of Malta, Gozo is, the younger sister of Malta, an island still strongly permeated by a wild charm and devoid of confusion of large crowds of tourists. Here the scents of the Mediterranean are the background to an incredible light, perhaps a reflection of the limestone, perhaps that of the sea, making it illuminates everything in bright colors. Blue, like a bathroom under the majestic stone arch that stands out from the cliff Dwejra and falls into the sea. Blue, as the Blue Hole, the underwater tunnel that is the gateway to one of the trips for divers. Red, like the end of Ramla 'l-Hamra' (the red, in Maltese), the most popular beach of the island. Yellow, which is the color of the rock made of limestone which is mainly composed of the island and with which the houses are built. Green, the one that is discovered in the spring, with long walks outdoors. A large number of nature and lots of colors, which can not but attract lovers of travel, but also those of photography, that on our Clickblog find lots of tips and useful ideas to grow and increase their passion. For all fans photographers, but also for those who simply love nature, the Italian Touring Club organizes a photography course in Gozo, on the occasion of the 1st of May, with accommodation in a beautiful farmhouse, converted into a luxury property, provided swimming pool with all the amenities of a 4-star hotel. It will be the photographer Andrea Forlani to accompany participants in excursions to discover the beauty and colors of the island, explaining the secrets to improve your own point of view and their technique.

The spring festival of Miyako Odori in Kyoto

Japan is also the land of flowers, which find their heyday own in Spring. From the first days of March, beginning of flowering of plum trees, and until the end of May, when the last of the cherry blossom petals fall to the ground, in Japan spring marks the moment of rebirth and celebration of nature and men across the country. Spring and flowers, a close union for the Japanese, and a bit 'anywhere in the country are held festivals that celebrate the flowers, to celebrate life in all its forms. How to Kyoto where Maiko, the girls learn to become geisha, offer traditional Japanese dances for the Feast of Miyako Odori, literally Dance of the old capital, but the most known as the Dance of the cherry trees. The feast of Miyako Odori takes place throughout the month of April, during which public dances are performed yearly in all five Hanamachi, districts of the geisha, Kyoto. The most popular festival is the one that takes place in the geisha district of Gion, which dates back to 1872. Gion is a district of Kyoto, Japan, originally developed in the Middle Ages, in front of Yasaka Shrine. The district initially built to meet the needs of travelers and visitors of the sanctuary, has developed into one of the most exclusive and geisha known throughout Japan. During this month of celebration, taking place four performances a day, with the shows take place at 12:30, 14:00, 15:30 and at 16:50, and that last hour. You can buy three types of tickets: the most expensive one, 4,500 yen, which also includes a small tea ceremony and a sweet (and remember how you can take away the dish which was served sweet); one medium, from 4,000 yen, with the chance to sit on chairs or Western style seats in Japanese style (tatami), and the economic, 2,000 yen, which allows you to sit on the mat at the second level.