A colorful door in Fargegaten in Stavanger. Fargegaten, also known as Øvre Holmegate, is one of the most colorful and lively streets in Stavanger, Norway. This street is famous for its brightly painted facades, a project started in the 1990s by a group of local artists and residents to revitalize the area. A colorful door in Fargegaten could be one of the many elements that contribute to the unique charm of this street. The doors, along with the facades of the buildings, are painted in a variety of bright colors, creating a cheerful and welcoming atmosphere.
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A colorful gate in Fargegaten in Stavanger – Une porte colorée à Fargegaten à Stavanger – Una puerta colorida en Fargegaten en Stavanger – Uma porta colorida em Fargegaten em Stavanger – Eine farbenfrohe Tür am Fargegaten in Stavanger – Cánh cửa đầy màu sắc tại Fargegaten ở Stavanger
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One of the painted doors of Rua de Santa Maria in Funchal on the island of Madeira. Almost by chance I discovered this area of the city of Funchal. In fact I had never been beyond the covered market. A beautiful street, full of typical bars and restaurants (very touristy), which has as a peculiarity the doors of the houses painted with artistic murals.
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One of the painted doors of Rua de Santa Maria in Funchal on the island of Madeira – L’une des portes peintes de la Rua de Santa Maria à Funchal sur l’île de Madère – Una de las puertas pintadas de la Rua de Santa María en Funchal en la isla de Madeira – Uma das portas pintadas da Rua de Santa Maria no Funchal na ilha da Madeira – Eine der bemalten Türen der Rua de Santa Maria in Funchal auf der Insel Madeira – Một trong những cánh cửa sơn màu của Rua de Santa Maria ở Funchal trên đảo Madeira
Rua de Santa Maria in Funchal on the island of Madeira. Rua de Santa Maria dates back to the 15th century, when Funchal was still in its early stages of urban development. Originally, the street was one of the main arteries of the city, connecting the local market, Mercado dos Lavradores, to the church of Santa Maria Maior (Socorro) and the Fort of São Tiago. Over the centuries, the street has undergone many transformations, but has always retained its traditional charm. One of the most distinctive aspects of Rua de Santa Maria is the “Art of Open Doors” project that began in 2010. This project involved local and international artists in decorating the doors and facades of the buildings along the street. Each door became a canvas, turning into a unique and colorful work of art. This has not only beautified the street, but has also helped revitalize the area, attracting tourists and residents who are curious to admire the artistic creations. Today, Rua de Santa Maria is a vibrant hub of social and cultural activity. There are numerous restaurants, bars, cafés and art galleries along the street. In the evening, the street comes alive with people enjoying an al fresco dinner or a drink in one of the many welcoming establishments. Among the most popular restaurants are Restaurante Gavião Novo and Tasquinha do Monsieur, where you can taste typical Madeiran cuisine. Walking along Rua de Santa Maria is an experience not to be missed when visiting Funchal. The combination of history, art and social life makes this street a unique and fascinating place. Whether you are an art lover, a history buff or simply looking for a picturesque place to spend some time, Rua de Santa Maria is sure to captivate you.
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The Rua de Santa Maria in Funchal on the island of Madeira – La Rua de Santa Maria à Funchal sur l’île de Madère – La Rua de Santa María en Funchal en la isla de Madeira – A Rua de Santa Maria no Funchal, na ilha da Madeira – Die Rua de Santa Maria in Funchal auf der Insel Madeira – Rua de Santa Maria ở Funchal trên đảo Madeira
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The Polyptych of St. Anthony by Piero della Francesca at the National Gallery of Perugia. Visiting the beautiful National Gallery of Umbria, in Perugia, I had the opportunity to see wonderful works of art. Like this polyptych made by the famous Piero della Francesca.
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The work, intended for the convent of Sant’Antonio in Perugia, was begun shortly after the artist’s return from Rome, around 1460. Like the Polyptych of Mercy, it is a work of archaic style, certainly at the request of the patrons, with the main figures painted on a precious gold background and with a motif that imitates precious fabrics, perhaps inspired by Iberian models that the artist may have seen during his stay in Rome. The upper panel of the Annunciation is decidedly modern. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The Polyptych of St. Anthony by Piero della Francesca at the National Gallery of Perugia – Le Polyptyque de Saint Antoine de Piero della Francesca à la Galerie Nationale de Pérouse – El Políptico de San Antonio de Piero della Francesca en la Galería Nacional de Perugia – O Políptico de Santo António de Piero della Francesca na Galeria Nacional de Perugia – Das Polyptychon des Heiligen Antonius von Piero della Francesca in der Nationalgalerie von Perugia – Bức tranh Polyptych của Thánh Anthony của Piero della Francesca tại Phòng trưng bày Quốc gia Perugia
Bread statues prepared on board the ship. Every now and then the on-board bakers amaze us with these bread creations that embellish the Buffet or, when it happens, the Buffet Magnifico. They are true edible works of art even if in the end they are among the most photographed things!
Bread statues prepared on board the ship – Statues de pain préparées à bord du navire – Estatuas de pan preparadas a bordo del barco. – Estátuas de pão preparadas a bordo do navio – An Bord des Schiffes zubereitete Brotstatuen – Tượng bánh mì được chuẩn bị trên tàu – 船上准备的面包雕像 – 船上で用意されたパンの像
One of the painted doors of Santa Maria street in Funchal, Portugal. One of the last times I was in the town of Funchal, on the island of Madeira, by ship, I discovered this street in the old town by chance. It is a special place where, in addition to finding many restaurants and bars, you can admire these doors (but not only those) painted in an artistic way. The one in this photo, at number 1, represents the street itself.
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One of the painted doors of Santa Maria street in Funchal, Portugal – Une des portes peintes de la rue Santa Maria à Funchal, Portugal – Una de las puertas pintadas de la calle Santa María en Funchal, Portugal – Uma das portas pintadas da rua de Santa Maria no Funchal, Portugal – Eine der bemalten Türen der Straße Santa Maria in Funchal, Portugal – Một trong những cánh cửa sơn màu trên phố Santa Maria ở Funchal, Bồ Đào Nha – 葡萄牙丰沙尔圣玛丽亚街的彩绘门之一 – ポルトガル、フンシャルのサンタ マリア通りのペイントされたドアの 1 つ
Part of the Polyptych of Sant’Agostino by Perugino at the Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria in Perugia. One of the many works that a few months ago I had the pleasure of observing during a short but intense holiday in Umbria. One of the masterpieces of the genius of Perugino.
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The Polyptych of Sant’Agostino is an oil painting on panel by Pietro Perugino, datable to two phases, one from 1502 to 1512 approximately and one from 1513 to 1523 approximately, preserved in most of the compartments at the Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria in Perugia. The polyptych was originally intended for the church of Sant’Agostino in Perugia and can be considered the artist’s last great work before his late production, destined for more provincial centres. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
Part of the Polyptych of St. Augustine by Perugino at the National Gallery of Umbria in Perugia – Une partie du Polyptyque de Saint Augustin du Pérugin à la Galerie nationale de l’Ombrie à Pérouse – Parte del Políptico de San Agustín de Perugino en la Galería Nacional de Umbría en Perugia – Parte do Políptico de Santo Agostinho de Perugino na Galeria Nacional da Úmbria em Perugia – Teil von Peruginos Polyptychon des Heiligen Augustinus in der Nationalgalerie Umbriens in Perugia – Một phần bức tranh Polyptych của Thánh Augustinô của Perugino tại Phòng trưng bày Quốc gia Umbria ở Perugia
The art of folding towels for cabins. In many vacation spots, when you return to your room or when you enter it for the first time, you find on the bed some towels artfully folded to take the shape of some animal. On ships there are still many cabin attendants who know how to do them and, on the ship I was on last year (the Costa Firenze), at the end of the cruise there was a parade in the pool and the Housekeeping department made two tables of these little animals! Obviously all the passengers lined up to take pictures!
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The art of folding towels for the cabins – L’art de plier les serviettes pour les cabines – El arte de doblar toallas para las cabañas – A arte de dobrar toalhas para as cabines – Die Kunst, Handtücher für die Kabinen zu falten – Nghệ thuật gấp khăn tắm cho cabin – 客舱毛巾折叠艺术 – キャビン用のタオルを折りたたむ技術
The majestic Fountain of the Four Rivers and its enigmatic obelisk. In the majestic Piazza Navona, in the heart of Rome, stands one of the most iconic wonders of the eternal city: the Fountain of the Four Rivers. This artistic masterpiece, designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini in the 17th century, is a true symbol of beauty, history and artistic ingenuity. The fountain, located in the center of the square, is one of the greatest expressions of the Italian Baroque. It represents four of the most important rivers in the world at the time, each personified by a colossal statue: the Nile, the Ganges, the Danube and the Rio de la Plata. These imposing figures seem to emerge from the water, embracing a 16-meter-high Egyptian obelisk, crowned by the dove, symbol of the family of Pope Innocent X, who commissioned the fountain. Each statue represents a river from a different part of the world, and Bernini has masterfully captured the essence of each. The Nile, for example, has its face covered by a cloth, as the source of the Nile was still a mystery at the time. The Ganges holds a water bladder and a pagoda, while the Danube holds a medallion depicting Saint Agnes in her hand, symbolizing the Church of Rome. Finally, the Rio de la Plata is covered by a cloak, symbolizing the fact that South America was then little known to Europeans. The Egyptian obelisk that tops the fountain is a true historical treasure. Originally erected in the city of Heliopolis in Egypt in 6 BC, it was brought to Rome in 37 AD to be erected in the Circus Maxentius, where it remained for centuries. In 1651, Pope Innocent X decided to place it in the Piazza Navona, and Bernini designed the majestic fountain to adorn it. The obelisk is covered with hieroglyphics that tell the story of the Pharaoh Domitian. At the top is a dove with an olive branch, a symbol of peace and one of the many surprising details that enrich the Fountain of the Four Rivers.
Today, the fountain and obelisk remain one of Rome’s main landmarks. Their beauty and the energy they exude are testaments to centuries of history, art, and culture. These monuments not only celebrate the greatness of the Eternal City, but also remind us of the importance of preserving humanity’s cultural heritage for future generations. Do you know Rome and its monuments? Add your own comment or go to the bottom of the site to read what other visitors have written.
The Fountain of the Four Rivers, or simply the Fountain of the Rivers, is an artistic fountain in Rome located in the centre of Piazza Navona, in front of the church of Sant'Agnese in Agone, designed by the sculptor and architect Gian Lorenzo Bernini and built by a group of sculptors, including Giovan Maria Franchi, Giacomo Antonio Fancelli, Claude Poussin, Antonio Raggi and Francesco Baratta, between 1648 and 1651. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The majestic Fountain of the Four Rivers and its enigmatic obelisk – La majestueuse Fontaine des Quatre Fleuves et son énigmatique obélisque – La majestuosa Fuente de los Cuatro Ríos y su enigmático obelisco – A majestosa Fonte dos Quatro Rios e seu enigmático obelisco – Der majestätische Vierströmebrunnen und sein rätselhafter Obelisk – Đài phun nước Four Rivers hùng vĩ và đài tưởng niệm bí ẩn của nó – 雄伟的四河喷泉及其神秘的方尖碑 – 四大河の雄大な噴水と謎のオベリスク
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The Last Supper by Tintoretto preserved in the cathedral of Lucca. Among the many examples of art preserved in the splendid Cathedral of Lucca, San Martino, this painting by the famous Tintoretto (Jacopo Robusti) certainly stands out. Of exquisite beauty, it shows Jesus participating in the Last Supper with his Apostles.
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One of Tintoretto's last masterpieces, created with the help of his son Domenico. A canvas that contains all the characteristic and innovative features of this extraordinary artist: the oblique panel to create depth, the scene updated in a tavern with two servants and centered on Christ who communicates with the apostles and emanates a light so strong that it makes the clouds open among the angels who rush in. Continue and learn more on museocattedralelucca.it
The Last Supper by Tintoretto preserved in the cathedral of Lucca – La Cène du Tintoret conservée dans la cathédrale de Lucques – La Última Cena de Tintoretto conservada en la catedral de Lucca – A Última Ceia de Tintoretto preservada na catedral de Lucca – Das letzte Abendmahl von Tintoretto, aufbewahrt in der Kathedrale von Lucca – Bữa ăn tối cuối cùng của Tintoretto được bảo tồn trong nhà thờ Lucca – 丁托列托的《最后的晚餐》保存在卢卡大教堂 – ルッカ大聖堂に保存されているティントレット作「最後の晩餐」
