Magic in Bergamo

 

Bergamo is one of the most beautiful cities in the Italian province of Lombardy. Rich in history, Bergamo strikes visitors with its extraordinary charm. The unique city consists of two parts-Lower Town and Upper Town, located on a hill.

 

La citta alta impresses with its old charm. The historical city center can be reached by a funicular, which within a minute brings you to another place and time, a total contrast to the modern downtown.

 

 

Panoramic views, a gift to the eye and the heart.

 

The old churches, charming buildings, narrow streets, good restaurants, everything here looks so welcoming.

 

The heart of the old town is Piazza Vecchia, a totally charming place in every aspect. The best place to take a rest in one of the many restaurants and admire the amazing scenes around.

Palazzo della Ragione, in the middle of Piazza Vecchia, is a key attraction of the beautiful square. Built in the 12^th century by the Venetians, the building testifies the long period of Venetian dominance.

 

A splendid square surrounded by stunning buildings and Fontana Contarini.

 

The Angelo Mai Library at Piazza Vecchia.

 

 

From here we had a fantastic view to the Campanone and Torre Civica. The municipal tower, built is 12^th century, is 54 meters high. For centuries the main bells have been rang to mark the hour when city gates were closed.

 

Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore in the center of Bergamo impresses by its beautiful proportions and stunning architecture.

The tranquil atmosphere inside brings enjoyable moments of silence. We really like the stunning tapestries and the rich decorations.

Cappella Colleoni  is a church and mausoleum at the same time. The façade is so fascinating with its many details, sculptures and colorful. The chapel was commissioned by the great condottiere Bartolomeo Colleoni. Colleoni fought for Venetians and as recognition of his loyalty he was given Bergamo. Colleoni tomb is inside the chapel. There is also an altar and statues.

 

 

The area around is also very impressive by its stunning historical architecture. A real gem!!!

 

The elegant octagonal Baptistery.

 

Walking around the Citta Alta we found a wonderful stroll through time, a perfect opportunity to discover Bergamo’s secrets like Rocca di Bergamo.

 

Situated on the top of a hill, the citadel reveals fantastic views towards the city and the region.

Perfect opportunity to come into direct contact with nature in an extraordinary area.

 

Bergamo has a prominent place in the history of music and the famous composer Gaetano Donizetti was born here.

Bergamo truly projected the atmosphere of the Renaissance. The town is so lovely, a wonderful example of a small historical Italian town.

Riva del Garda, the power of nature

What makes Lake Garda unforgettable is the beauty of the landscapes, the magnificent natural surroundings and the little villages that tell stories from ancient times and present history.

 

The beautiful surroundings of Lake Garda, between rolling hills and crystal clean waters.

Riva del Garda is ideal for holiday dedicated to wellbeing.

After a beautiful day on the slopes, there is nothing better than relaxing in the local cafes or restaurants or just strolling along the promenades and enjoying nature at its best.

 

The old town has a romantic atmosphere and it is so wonderful to wander through the narrow streets.

 

The vibrant little town is unforgettable.

 

 

Lake Garda is nestled between mountains and embraced by hills that slope gently towards the water.

 

Endless moments of beauty.

 

Glimpses of water and sky, mountains and beautiful parks.

 

Perfect opportunity to come into direct contact with nature in an extraordinary area.

Little corner of paradise!

Priceless beauty.

The green of the dense vegetation is mirrored in the lake and is in harmony with the crystal blue waters. A real gem to be discovered!!!

Majestic views!

Riva del Garda is so amazing with its breathtaking views and good food-the ingredients for happiness.

Garda, nature and charm

Lake Garda has always been a favorite destination for travelers from all over the world.

Along the shores of the Lake and between the hills are located several small picturesque towns like Garda.

The small town stands out due to the beauty of its colors and is immersed in amazing nature landscapes.

Spectacular views.

Relaxing corners of pleasure.

The walk along the promenade takes us to a particular journey among lemon groves and elegant villas.

Garda with its scenic bay and the elegant old town preserves buildings of great historical and artistic value.

Garda, the scene of lemons and Mediterranean climate, perfect details for one unforgettable vacation.

Sirmione, a jewel on the water

Lake Garda is the jewel of Italy. Here the combination of quietness with unique and varied landscapes brings a different flavor to our vacation.

Breathe fresh air and stroll through infinite breathtaking scenery of valleys, peaks and exciting small cities around the lake.

A classic destination is Sirmione, a small and pretty town which might be visited at every season.

Located on the Sirmo peninsula, the picturesque town is one of the well-known tourist destinations in the region.

Traces of its glorious past can be seen at every corner and the main attraction is the medieval rectangular-Scaliger Castle, dating back to the 13th century. The castle was commissioned and built by the rich Scaliger Family from Verona.

The castle has tipical defence functions with small windows and stands right infront of the main gate to the town.

The stone walls encompass a small harbor.

This stone masterpiece is so magnificent and bears the marks of the greatest architects of that time.

The castle is a port fortification, which only can be entered by two drawbridges.

It is so wonderful to stroll through the streets immerse in its romantic atmosphere.

After a pleasant day outdoors, there is nothing better that regaining ourselves in one of the many restaurants, where we enjoy the beautiful views towards the lake and taste traditional dishes while chatting with locals.

Another nice place to visit is the lovely park dedicated to Maria Callas, definitely a nice and calm green area to rest and enjoy nature.

The magical views of the mountain surrounding the lake.

The lake promenade with extremely panoramic points to admire.

Here we found ourselves immersed in beautiful and natural surroundings.

Lake Garda and the region of Veneto are a precious occasion to discover and experience the rich heritage of nature and biodiversity.

The fantastic trip to Kronberg im Taunus and Opel Zoo

The mountain area Taunus, close to Frankfurt is an attractive tourist destination with its picturesque landscape, many mineral water springs and small towns.

The small town Kronberg lies on the foot of the Taunus, this is an extremely luxury residential area, surrounded by plenty of mineral springs, forests and green areas.

The historical part of the town is a short drive by bus from the train station. The original city wall has provided during centuries a solid protection and today can be still seen around Kronberg.

The old center is small and peaceful and impresses by its elegance and harmonically combination of half-timbered houses and narrow cobble-stoned streets.

The highlight of the town is the Kronberg castle built in 13th century on the top of a hill above the city. 

A steep hillside way connects the castle with the city of Kronberg.

The mystical medieval castle brings its own charm and reveals fascinating views towards Kronberg and Taunus.

The beautiful and well-preserved castle is surrounded by a small garden.

Going back to the main square, we walk up and down hills and enjoyed the charming medieval atmosphere. 



The park Victoria named to honor Princess Victoria, the daughter of Queen Victoria, who was married to Emperor Frederick III of Prusia. After the death of her husband she lived the rest of her years in Kronberg.

The park is so impressive by its fountains, statues and bridges.

Between Kronberg and Koenigstein is located the small Opel Zoo. The zoo has a good selection of animals and playgrounds.

Some parts of the zoo are very hilly and offer splendid views towards Frankfurt skylines.

Here we had a wonderful time and really enjoyed feeding or seeing animals just like in their natural habitats.

The big café has excellent view of elephants. 

A truly peaceful experience in Frankfurt

The Chinese garden in Frankfurt is in the middle of a large park. The garden is small but pretty and just a walking distance from the city center. 

This is a very peaceful garden representing a nice combination of water installations and many trees and flowers.

 

  

 

Nice Asian architecture.

 

  

It is so relaxing to stroll through the garden.

 

 

Great place to spend a time in nature right in the city.

 

Relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere full of harmony.

  

Another very nice and peaceful place to enjoy in the city is the Korean garden located in the Gruneburg park.

 

Beautiful Korean style buildings.

 

There are a lot of green areas to sit and enjoy the beauty.

The gardens are a lovely haven of green and a great place to spend a little time in nature.