The opening shot of Quantum of Solace (2008) is of Lake Garda, the camera skimming across the water at the north of the lake as we hear the engine noise of James Bond's Aston Martin DBS V12. 続きを読む
Verona has preserved a remarkable number of monuments from antiquity, the medieval and Renaissance periods, and represents an outstanding example of a military stronghold. 続きを読む
This is the Est Door of the city: it has just restored and it's nice to see this old building. From here start one of the working class neighbourhood of the city. It's ok and there are some nice shops
The Bra’ (from the German "breit", meaning "broad") began to be defined as a square only around mid sixteenth century, when Michele Sammicheli built the Palace of the Honours. 続きを読む
The amphitheatre was built from three concentric circles. After the heartquake in 1100 A.c. only one side of the external ring remains. It is commonly referred to as the “Wing”.
This square occupies a good part of the area of Verona’s Roman Court, where the Maximum Decuman and Maximum Cardo intersected. The square has been centre of the city’s political and economic life. 続きを読む
The old city of Verona is magnificent. And the best in it that the ppl really preserved it.
The statue of Dante Alighieri is overlooking the most beautiful piazza of Verona. Not surprisingly, the plaza is also known as Piazza Dante.
The Scala family arches are among the most distinguished monuments of gothic art in Verona.As early as the end of the sixteenth century the arches presented serious problems of conservation. 続きを読む
The Basilica of Saint Anastasia is definitely the most important gothic style religious monument in Verona. 続きを読む
The star of the museum is the elegant bronze statue of Juliet by Nereo Costantini that stands in the courtyard, where rubbing her right breast is said to offer good luck. 続きを読む
The walls with notes of love before you see the actual balcony are so cute and amazing
Regardless of the ancient site that hosts it (the convent, which previously belonged to the Cappuccini Monks, dates from the XIII century), Juliet’s tomb as we now see it dates only back to 1937. 続きを読む
You can't go in but it's worth a look. The Duke restaurant next door looks great if you aren't vegetarian and was highly recommended by my local host.
Around mid 1st century A.D., The Arch was built to honour several members of the Gens Gavia, an illustrious family that may have been of Veronese origin. 続きを読む
The Scala family castle, built in 1353 and transformed into barracks initially by Napoleon (1805) and later by the Austrians, was furnished as a museum in 1925. Restored by Carlo Scarpa between 1958
The Stone Bridge is located in one of the most panoramic and suggestive sites in Verona. It's one of the most important monuments or Roman Verona. 続きを読む
Old theatre, turned museum. Didn't get to go inside, so only have perspective from exterior and lovely walk by water to get there.
One of the many small towns of Italy, which situated on the bank of lake Garda. Lovely and quietly place with beautiful views:))
The traveller who arrives on the banks of Lake Garda from northern Europe is enchanted by the view of the lake and the luxuriant Mediterranean vegetation that grows at the foot of the mountains.
Old road which once linked Riva del Garda with the Ledro Valley. From there one can enjoy breathtaking panoramas for once in a lifetime photo opportunities.
The name Limone derives from the Latin word limes (border) and has nothing to do with limes or lemons, even though that’s what the town is best known for.
Nice little museum with all sorts of citrus trees. If you wanna know more about the lemon groves of Limone, this is the place.
A couple hundred meters off Via IV Novembre at Hotel La Limonaia. Very steep climb!
The world’s first cable car with a rotating cabin. Be early, as even with online tickets, the wait can be as long as 90 min.
Must visit! From the shores of Lake Garda, take the spectacular Strada della Forra in Tremosine to reach this hidden gem, offering jaw dropping views over Lake Garda.
The car chase in the opening scene of Quantum of Solace was partly filmed here.
The 8th world wonder according to W. Churchill, this breathtaking road connecting the shores of Lake Garda with Pieve di Tremosine takes you through gorges and along cliffs for a spectacular ride.
Probably one of the most spectacular views of Lake Garda. A must visit if you’re in the area.
Marvel at the stunning views of the lake in the backdrop of the Sirmione castle.
Great for visiting in winter, so silent, you really can enjoy all the architecture and walking around. In summer full of people, you are just like a fish in a tan
Right at the edge of the Sirmione peninsula. Absolutely stunning views of the lake.
Long walk up, and quite hot at the top but decent view and interesting museum on WW1 halfway up.
