Category Archives: Abruzzo

A Peaceful Retreat – The Hermitage of Saint Venantius

Just more than a boy, the fifteen old Venanzio was tortured and killed because he believed in another God than most of the people of his time. In his honour a hermitage was built in a most suggestive spot above … Continue reading

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Exploring the Region of Abruzzo (III)

The Abruzzo region is located in Central Italy and goes along the Adriatic coast and the mountain range of the Apennine. It has an incredible variety of landscapes. In summer you have the white sandy beaches and in winter the … Continue reading

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Lofty City of the Roman Empire: Alba Fucens

The Roman Empire lost its power long time ago but there are still many places where you can see the greatness and influence of that ancient time. Alba Fucens near to Avezzano is a good example. There are two peoples … Continue reading

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Exploring the Region of Abruzzo (II)

The Abruzzo region in Central Italy is located at the Adriatic coast. Its variety is really impressive and enjoyable. From sandy beaches with a great tourist infrastructure to lonely forest paths, from ice-cold mountain rivers to cozy little villages with … Continue reading

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Visiting the Sistine Chapel of Abruzzo

Many times I just drive around and ‘find’ something interesting. Most of the times it is something I saw or read on the Internet. Very rarely I actually know something about the place I explore BEFORE I do so. The … Continue reading

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