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“HAVING A SHORT ARM”

Having a short arm “Ha il braccino corto” (Ha il braccino corto) is a typical expression used to describe a very stingy person. It might seem to mean having an arm so short that it doesn’t reach the wallet, but its origin seems to be less from this, but from the fact that cloth sellers,Continue reading ““HAVING A SHORT ARM””

World Lasagna Day – July 29th

Raise your hand, or rather your fork, if you’ve never eaten it at least once, and many more, perhaps at a Sunday family lunch. Lasagna is one of those dishes with the flavor and soul of Italy that the whole world knows and enjoys, so much so that it’s celebrated on July 29th as “WorldContinue reading “World Lasagna Day – July 29th”

OSTUNI: the second largest “rosone” (rose window) in Europe

For the people of Ostuni (the White city), the cathedral’s rose window is the most beautiful and largest, but in reality, it is the second largest in Europe. The splendid Gothic cathedral, built between 1469 and 1495, stands just steps from Piazza della Libertà, looming eternally just beyond the Arco degli Incalzi—one of Frederick II’sContinue reading “OSTUNI: the second largest “rosone” (rose window) in Europe”

I ” GARDENS”

For the first time in history, a national broadcaster will broadcast a non-professional basketball tournament live. If you check Sky’s schedule, Thursday evening at 9:15 PM you’ll find the “Giardini Margherita Tournament Final” listed. For those unfamiliar, this tournament, also known as “The Gardens,” has been held in Bologna for 43 years. Some details onContinue reading “I ” GARDENS””

THE ROMAN LEGION ON THE MARCH

According to Vegetius, a regular march took the legionaries to cover about 109 steps per minute, while with a brisk march the steps were about 120.Vegetius tells us that Roman training required the soldiers to march for 20 Roman miles (about 30 km) in 5 hours during the summer; this is also to be consideredContinue reading “THE ROMAN LEGION ON THE MARCH”

italian beauties – Abruzzo

Abruzzo, the Region of Natural Beauty. Italy is home to some 2500 wolves Abruzzo is a region in central Italy. It is bordered by the Adriatic Sea to the east and the Apennine Mountains to the west, offering a diverse landscape that ranges from coastal beaches to mountainous terrains. The region is divided into fourContinue reading “italian beauties – Abruzzo”

PALIO DI SIENA

In Piazza del Campo everything is ready or almost ready for the first 2025 edition of the Palio di Siena, the one on July 2nd in honor of the Madonna di Provenzano. The event officially began on Monday, June 26th, with the presentation ceremony of the Drappellone, the trophy that will be awarded to theContinue reading “PALIO DI SIENA”

Centenary of Giacomo Puccini

The 100th anniversary of Giacomo Puccini’s death is an opportunity to commemorate one of the greatest composers in history. Giacomo Puccini was born in Lucca, home of rich musical traditions, on December 22, 1858. His family has a long and prestigious history linked to music in the province of Tuscany. Unfortunately, at only six yearsContinue reading “Centenary of Giacomo Puccini”

IL DUOMO DI MONREALE

Built starting from 1172 at the behest of William II of Altavilla, king of Sicily from 1166 to 1189, it is famous for the rich Byzantine mosaics that decorate its interior. In August 1926 Pope Pius XI elevated it to the dignity of a minor basilica.[4] Since 3 July 2015 it has been part ofContinue reading “IL DUOMO DI MONREALE”

IL PALIO DI CHIOGGIA

The Palio della Marciliana is a historical re-enactment and one of the main popular city festivals held annually in Chioggia, in the province of Venice. It includes the Crossbow Tournament and attracts thousands of visitors to the city of the Venetian lagoon every year. It is organised on the third weekend of June and bringsContinue reading “IL PALIO DI CHIOGGIA”