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Futurist sculpture

Umberto Boccioni, My 20 Cents

Italian artist Umberto Boccioni was a mover and shaker – an influencer of his time, a painter and sculptor, a writer and proponent of Futurism. His work not only graces the halls of the world’s most illustrious museums but holds a place in the lives of Italian citizens and their international guests.

bronze sculptureCosenzaCosimo AlleraFilippo Tommaso MarinettiItalian artItalian FuturismReggio CalabriaUnique Forms of Continuity in Space
Amantea

Amantea: A Seaside Attraction

THE BEACH Amantea is blessed with an unusually mild climate, and that’s something Italians are really able to appreciate – good beach weather. In Amantea, summer can begin as early as April and last into November. Thus, the town’s long sandy beach is popular. In fact, Amantea boasts eight beautiful miles of shoreline along the Tyrrhenian Sea, a narrow coastal …

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Alessandro LongoAmanteaCalabria beachCalabria tourCosenza
Bronzes of Riace in Cosenza

Contemporary Interpretations of the Riace Bronzes

The Bronzes of Riace are famous in Italy, more so in Calabria. The tourist board uses their images at every chance they get, and it’s understandable as the statues are truly magnificent. A number of artists have also been inspired by their splendor to create works of their own. 

Andrea BranziArcheological MuseumBronzi di RiaceCalabriaCosenzaGreek statuesMuseo all’aperto BilottiNik SpatariReggio CalabriaSacha Sosno
Strait of Messina from Calabria

Curiosities: The Easter Hand

THE COSMOS We’ve all read our horoscopes whether or not we actually believe in them. Could there really be something to the positioning of the stars, the alignment of the planets, the lunar cycle? Nowadays we have so many facts at our fingertips, but are we any closer to understanding where the individual fits in with the tides or the …

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Almanacco PerpetuoastrologistCalabreseCalabriaCosenzaEasterHolidayslotteryRutilio Benincasawhen is easter

Calabrian Eateries: Trattoria in Cosenza

GOOD FOOD FOR A GOOD PRICE Every once and a while you happen upon a restaurant that you want to tell everyone you know about—friends of friends of friends, in modern parlance. But then you stop and say to yourself,

A Cantina CosenzaCalabria trattoriaCalabrian foodCosenzaItalian cuisinerestaurant in Cosenza

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Calabria Cultural TourInterested in a top-notch trip to Calabria? Spectacular nature, captivating culture and exquisite cuisine. Check out the itinerary of Karen’s Calabria Tour and join us!

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In Santa Domenica di Ricadi, Tropea’s neighbor In Santa Domenica di Ricadi, Tropea’s neighbor 

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Buona Domenica – Happy Sunday with the Madonna d Buona Domenica – Happy Sunday with the Madonna di Capo Colonna at the Chiesa dell’Immacolata in Crotone

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A lovely day in Pizzo Calabro, where a couple cent A lovely day in Pizzo Calabro, where a couple centuries ago, Joachim Murat met his maker… 

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Looking for a less-traveled Italy to explore? Join Looking for a less-traveled Italy to explore? Join me on my Basilicata Cultural Tour this fall!

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On the final day of the Castles and Wines of Calab On the final day of the Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour, we say goodbye to new friends and reflect over all we’ve experienced in our time together.

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A celebratory organic wine-tasting and lunch to ca A celebratory organic wine-tasting and lunch to cap off the Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour!

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The beautiful Ionian Sea on Day 9 of the Castles a The beautiful Ionian Sea on Day 9 of the Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour.

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Crotone’s lovely old town and an organic Cirò w Crotone’s lovely old town and an organic Cirò winery on Day 8 of the Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour.

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An ancient civilization, a lovely castle and excel An ancient civilization, a lovely castle and excellent seafood on Day 7 of the Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour!

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The gorgeous northwest coast on Day 6 of the Castl The gorgeous northwest coast on Day 6 of the Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour!

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A relaxing day on a beautiful farm, plus interesti A relaxing day on a beautiful farm, plus interesting Norman architecture nearby… day 5 of the Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour

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A beautiful village with an excellent slow-food re A beautiful village with an excellent slow-food restaurant (and more!) on Day 4 of the Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour!

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A delightful Day 3 of the Castles and Wines of Cal A delightful Day 3 of the Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour – from a fun wine tasting to a Greek-speaking village, and of course, an excellent lunch!

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A great Day 2 in Reggio today on my Castles and Wi A great Day 2 in Reggio today on my Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour.

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Day 1 of the Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour # Day 1 of the Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour

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In Lamezia Terme to meet my group for the start of In Lamezia Terme to meet my group for the start of my Castles and Wines of Calabria Tour – unfortunately, no time for a dip in the Terme Caronte. Read about these thermal waters and the associated spa in my blog archives.

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#tbt to a lovely spring day the Pollino Mountains…

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Lots of loquats (nespole in Italian) decorating tr Lots of loquats (nespole in Italian) decorating trees at this time of year!

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Strolling in Tropea… #calabria #calabriatheothe Strolling in Tropea…

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The gorgeous water and playful sounds of Pizzo Mar The gorgeous water and playful sounds of Pizzo Marina…

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