Lecce is a southern Italian city that was founded over 2000 years ago by the Messapii people. The city’s main export is a very soft and malleable stone, which is traditionally used to carve sculptures. The city is also known for its olive oil, wine and ceramic production. The city landscape displays a plethora of…
Category: History
Italy: Palignano a Mare
Polignano a Mare is a small seaside located on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. It is perched atop a 20 meter-high limestone cliff. The origin of the city dates back to the 4th century BC when Greek settlers founded the Neapolis. This trip was not on our GoAhead itinerary. This was a special stop…
Bari: A Castle, the Old Town, Pasta, a Basilica and a Promenade
Bari is the capital city of the Apulia region. It is on the coastline of the Adriatic Sea. It is known as a port and university city and the city of Saint Nicholas. Bari is also known for it seafood, its handmade pasta, and its notable wines, which includes a delicious primitivo. This very well…
Italy: Barletta
After our morning exploring Monte Sant’Angelo and Gargano, we made our way back to coastal city of Barletta. The City Barletta is located on the Adriatic with a very long, sandy coast stretching to both the east and the west. Along the coast, there are various attractive beaches with trees to the west. The main…
Italy: Exploring Gargano
Surrounding the Sanctuary of Monte Sant’Angelo is a beautiful hilltop town. Walking the Old Town As you walk around the old town, you are surrounded by private homes, churches and wonderful eateries. You really get the sense that in this well maintained enclave, the people who live here are very aware of living a charmingly…
Italy: Monte Sant’Angelo
The Sanctuary of Monte Sant’Angelo is located on Gargano, Italy. It is the oldest shrine in Western Europe dedicated to the archangel Michael. The Legend of the Sanctuary at Monte Sant’Angelo Legend has it that in 490 AD a farmer lost a fine bull. He search all over for his bull. He climbed the mountain…
Caio Italia
Last day in Italy. Here are a few of my favorite photos taken with my phone.
Barletta
Here are some highlights from Barletta in the Puglia region of Italy.
Hidden Treasure: Brooklyn Navy Yard
The Brooklyn Navy Yard, nestled on the waterfront between the Williamsburg and Manhattan Bridges, is one of the most interesting places to visit in New York. It is also one of the best “hidden treasures.” A few weeks ago, I was invited by a lovely friend and photographer to join a small group of fellow…
Travel Nugget: NYC Bridges at Night
As I made my way up the FDR in a fast car at night, I was mesmerized by the absolute beauty of the bridges on the Hudson. In the daylight, these modern monolithic structures might seem drab and boring, but at night with their lights twinkling like the finest diamonds, they remind me of the…
Savory Sweet Neat 