Sights of Italy

Sundial in Merano

This sundial in Merano impresses with a lot of details and codes. For example, you see the motto of Frederick III (A.E.I.O.U.). There is also a memento mori formed by a skull and an hourglass on top of it.

Peculiar architecture in Bolzano

One of the most peculiar architectural impressions outside the station hall of Bolzano Main Station is this lizard climbing a wall. Above the sporty creature, you see two different designed elements similar to ancient herms.

Cathedral of Udine

This photo shows the Cathedral of Udine (Duomo Cattedrale di Santa Maria Annunziata) in the light of the noonday sun. Inside, you find works created by Giambattista Tiepolo. Another good place to learn more about this artist is the Diocesan Museum of Udine.

Villa Manin in Codroipo

On 17 October 1797, France and Austria signed the Treaty of Campo Formio in this villa. This event ended the War of the First Coalition. Today, the estate houses a collection of antique carriages and an armoury. In addition, the villa is a popular venue.

Trauttmansdorff Castle in Merano

Trauttmansdorff Castle (Schloss Trauttmansdorff) in Merano offers a lush garden with about 80 different areas and a view of the Alps. Inside the castle, a museum tells about tourism in the alpine region of South Tyrol.

1st class of the Frecciargento

The ETR 600 model of the Italian high-speed train Frecciargento offers a 2+1 configuration in its first class. Passengers sit at tables that unfold to large table areas. The pic, taken on a train waiting in Bolzano, shows the furnishing in its version of 2012.

At the Val Canale in Italy

On my way from Udine to the Austrian border I took an ordinary road through the Val Canale instead of the motorway and enjoyed a splendid view of the Alps. In some areas of Europe it is really better to drive slowly instead of racing along the motorways, isn’t it?