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Genoa : since the 13th century, Genoa's life has revolved around its port, Italy's largest in terms of water surface. Hometown of Christopher Columbus, Genoa displays a rich artistic heritage. Click the picture to see my guide in photos of Genoa. |
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Pompei : burried under the ashes of the Vesuvius for more than 1500 years, the well preserved ruins of Pompei now offers a vibrant display of what daily life may have been in the Roman Empire. Click the picture to see my guide in photos of Pompei. |
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Rome : no other city offers such a wide range of classical antiquities, palaces from the Renaissance and Baroque churches. The Eternal City in Italy is an ideal destination for the travellers. Click the picture to see my guide in photos of Rome. |
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Taormina : overlooking the strait of Messina that separates Sicily from the mainland of Italy, and facing Mount Etna, the european highest active volcano, Taormina has been a world famous international resort for centuries. Click the picture to see my guide in photos of Taormina. |
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Vatican : the Vatican City, worldwide focus for Roman Catholicism, is home to San Pietro, the largest basilica in the world, and to a museum containing some of the greatest pieces of art known to man. Click the picture to see my guide in photos of the Vatican City. |
Italy Pictures : besides of pizza, pasta and Ferrari, Italy has a lot to offer to the travellers: wide range of classical antiquities, palaces from the Renaissance, baroque churches and of course great food. Choose in the gallery below a place to see my photos I took during my trips in Italy. You can use these photos as a guide to Italy and see some pictures of : Genoa, Pompei, Rome, Taormina and Vaticano. Most photos taken with a Minolta Dimage F100 (for more information on the material I have been using, follow the link «Lenses» below). At the bottom of the page you can also find a world map showing where Italy is. Finally at the top of the page you can find a link to the conditions for using the photos and pictures for free on benoa.net and a link to my photo blog. Bon Voyage!
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