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THE SUBLIME AND THE HORRID
A politically incorrect blog about travel, diving, art, photography, food, books and other things that make life wonderful (or terrible). Cool photos, some bad videos and a lot of presumptuous and inconclusive words.
"Modern Bodies" at the Accademia Gallery in Venice. Leonardo's Vitruvian Man and many other treasures
Review of the exhibition “Corpi Moderni” at the Gallerie dell’Accademia in Venice — a show rich in graphic and bibliographic treasures, from Leonardo’s Vitruvian Man to Michelangelo’s Libyan Sibyl, including rare incunabula and sixteenth-century printed books.
The Introvert Traveler
May 24, 20257 min read
The Municipal Library and the Archiginnasio Palace (Bologna). History on the walls.
The Archiginnasio Palace in Bologna: from the historic seat of the world’s first university to a renowned center of learning and excellence as a library.
The Introvert Traveler
May 23, 20257 min read
Rome, the Vatican, the Pope, St. Peter's Square and the Angelus
Experiencing the Angelus at St. Peter’s Square: A Journey Through Faith, Security, and Spectacle
The Introvert Traveler
May 10, 20254 min read
The Art of Fresco Painting: Techniques, Historical Evolution, and the Intricacies of an Italian Artistic Heritage
The fresco: a quintessentially Italian artistic marvel, embodying the highest expression of technical virtuosity.
The Introvert Traveler
May 7, 20259 min read
The set of The Odyssey by Christopher Nolan in Favignana
Pictures from the set of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey in Favignana (Sicily)
The Introvert Traveler
Apr 7, 20251 min read
Pluto and Proserpina by Gian Lorenzo Bernini (Borghese Gallery, Rome): a marble narrative between pathos and technical virtuosity
*The Rape of Proserpina* by Gian Lorenzo Bernini at the Galleria Borghese in Rome; an unsurpassable marvel of Baroque sculpture.
The Introvert Traveler
Mar 30, 20257 min read
Restaurants in Bologna: Parlor
Parlor Restaurant in Bologna, a reliable and well-established choice for a business lunch, a romantic dinner, or an aperitif.
The Introvert Traveler
Mar 18, 20254 min read
Restaurants in Bologna: Sabbia di Mare
Where to eat seafood in Bologna: Sabbia di Mare restaurant. Dry-aged fish and innovative seafood cuisine at competitive prices.
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Mar 15, 20253 min read
Where to eat in Florence: Procacci 1885
Procacci’s irresistible sandwiches. An unavoidable and costly stop in Florence.
The Introvert Traveler
Mar 10, 20253 min read
The National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia (Rome): A Journey into Etruscan Civilization
Visit to the National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia, main artworks, building description, review
The Introvert Traveler
Mar 8, 20257 min read
Discover Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper: An Ephemeral and Elusive Masterpiece
Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper: An Ephemeral Masterpiece That Survived Risks and Adversities
The Introvert Traveler
Feb 26, 20259 min read
Discover the Secrets of Michelangelo's David: Technique and Innovation
Michelangelo’s David: A Masterpiece of Technique and Innovation. Visiting Tips for the Accademia and Personal Reflections on the Experience
The Introvert Traveler
Feb 19, 202511 min read
Bolognese Tortellini: Origin, History, and where to eat them in Bologna
Where to Eat Tortellini in Bologna: A Bit of History and Tips for Food-Loving Travelers
The Introvert Traveler
Feb 17, 20256 min read
Visiting the Uffizi Gallery in Florence: Masterpieces, History & Tips You Need
Uffizi Gallery: the Ultimate Guide to the Premier Museum of Florence and Italian Art
The Introvert Traveler
Feb 16, 20258 min read
Discover Michelangelo's Genius: The Medici Tombs in Florence's New Sacristy
Discover and have a look at Michelangelo’s Medici Tombs in Florence—a masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture blending architecture, symbolism, and artistic genius.
The Introvert Traveler
Feb 14, 202511 min read
Marettimo (Sicily, Italy): A Wild and Discreet Paradise in the Egadi Archipelago
Marettimo: pristine nature, crystal clear sea, amazing food, Sicily and diving
The Introvert Traveler
Feb 1, 20256 min read
Where to eat in Favignana. La Kebabberia di Tonno: street food with a bang!
Where to eat in Favignana. La Kebabberia di Tonno: street food with a bang!
The Introvert Traveler
Jan 31, 20253 min read
Favignana: Complete Guide to the Queen Island of the Egadi (Sicily, Italy)
Favignana: Complete Guide to the Queen Island of the Egadi (Sicily, Italy). History, beaches, food
The Introvert Traveler
Jan 29, 20255 min read
The Palatine Chapel of Palermo: A Masterpiece of Art and History
The Palatine Chapel: A Must-See in Palermo
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Jan 21, 20254 min read
The Giants of Mont'e Prama (Cagliari). What if they were all wrong?
The Giants of Mont'e Prama and a weird theory I came up with
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Dec 8, 20248 min read
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