Siena, historic center. Consisting of more than sixty scenes, it is generally covered in the most frequented areas by sheets of masonite, except once a year, for two months, between the end of August and the end of October.
(≡)Athens. The symbolic places of philosophy: the study of existence, of the meaning of life, of reason, of knowledge, of values, of the mind, of language and of all general and fundamental questions.
(≡)by Anne Rooney, Rosen Young Adult. An informal and curious introduction to a subject considered abstract, but with extremely practical implications. A book that does not want to show a thought, but what it means to think.
(≡)Quiet and elegant spaces in the Chaidari district, the western outskirts of modern Athens, among the symbolic places of philosophy, a few minutes from the botanical garden, one of the last green lungs hosting rare species of flora and fauna.
(≡)Magliano Sabina. The welcoming eco-hostel which in the past was the religious convent of Santa Maria della Grazia stands out in the quietest point of the hamlet with a panoramic view of the Valle del Tevere.
(≡)by Arnold Freeman. Rudolf Steiner's Anthroposophy offers mankind an alternative world-outlook to present-day materialism. His life-work points to new beginnings for education, art, medicine, agriculture, etc.
(≡)Built in the former convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, it stands out in the quietest point of the village with a panoramic view above the Tiber Valley, which can be enjoyed in an intimate and meditative atmosphere.
(≡)Voronezh Oblast. In a forest in Russia, through the image of small animals playing, the photographer just five meters away wants to show how similar they can be to human beings and convey humor and creativity.
(≡)Italy, various locations. In May 2017 I left for a sporty walk, traveling along the Tyrrhenian coast, with the idea of enjoying the open spaces in nature as much as possible and focusing on some itinerary details.
(≡)Location Cannelle. After crossing plains landscapes you can tackle one of the longest hilly paths of the Park, which from its hinterland lead to the sea, to see the light warming the Cala di Forno sand.
(≡)by Atilla Piralioğlu, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing. Mediterranean Sea is a common heritage of mankind. A natural gift to humanity, beautifully located among three continents, it is also home to many diverse species of marine flora and fauna.
(≡)Located inside the Maremma Park, in the stretch where the wildest and most inaccessible places to mass tourism are located, such as Cala di Forno, with hidden sandy beaches, high cliffs, swamps, pine forests, cultivated fields and pastures that make everything the territory is a reserve of biodiversity.
(≡)Cupi and Alberese. Talamone is at the south of the Parco della Maremma nature reserve, in the center of a flat and hilly region extending from the north of Lazio to the entire coast of Tuscany.
(≡)by Niall Finneran, Denise Hewlett and Richard Clarke. It focuses on issues surrounding the importance of natural environments on public health and wellbeing, and the environmental, cultural, and social importance of green and blue spaces.
(≡)An oasis of peace and tranquility from which you can enjoy the view of the Parco della Maremma, from the hill of olive trees to the sea, listen to the singing of the geese in the morning, smell the resinous scent of the Mediterranean scrub.
(≡)Talamone. After passing the wild Albegna river mouth and valley, another two hours' walk north leads near a bay with the backdrop of a mythological and rich in history village located on a rocky promontory.
(≡)by Stuart Walker, W.W. Norton & Company. A world authority and champion sailor has written the definitive book on one of the most important, and least understood, factors in winning: the wind, its changes, and its effects on racing strategy
(≡)Farm surrounded by 40 hectares among centenary olive trees and scrub of the Uccellina mountains, from where a dirt road begins that leads directly to Baia di Talamone, for all the alternatives of sporting activities and cultural or gastronomic excursions.
(≡)Following the ascent route that crosses this valley from the river mouth you can discover high stone walls which forming mirrors of clear cold water in a primitive, wild and uncontaminated Mediterranean habitat.
(≡)by Lyle Brotherton, Collins. A unique guide to finding your way on land – from the basic principles right up to the advanced technology of GPS. Designed to allow even the absolute beginner to find their way anywhere in the world, it also develops a unique confidence in navigation.
(≡)This accommodation consists of an air-conditioned apartment which offers access to a terrace, has private parking, a relaxing garden and is in an excellent position to discover the Foce and Albegna valley.
(≡)Porto Santo Stefano. Coming from Orbetello and then from the Argentario shore which overlooks the lagoon, to continue towards the 'mainland' in a northerly direction you need to go around its western basin.
(≡)by Peter Berthold, Oxford University Press. The question of how birds migrate over enormous distances with apparently minimal guidance continues to excite both professional and amateur ornithologists.
(≡)Whether traveling by bicycle, with a backpack, with the family, as a couple or for business, this accommodation facility seems like the right place to spend a period of relaxation or fun, reaching the Tombolo della Giannella or the surrounding locations.
(≡)Porto Ercole. From the eastern basin, between the Feniglia Reserve strip and the Orbetello peninsula, you can reach the western shore of lagoon to Tombolo della Giannella in two hours of easy flat walking.
(≡)by Maureen G. Reed and Martin F. Price, Routledge. They are designated areas in geographical regions of global socio-ecological significance. This definitive book shows their global relevance and contribution to environmental protection, biocultural diversity and education.
(≡)Renovated hunting lodge surrounded by the Argentario golf course, with outdoor summer swimming pool and garden, accommodations furnished in rustic style and terracotta floors, possibility of renting bicycles on site, ideal for visiting the Laguna di Orbetello.
(≡)Western Liguria, various locations. Almost thirty kilometers of seafront accessible on foot and by ecological cycle vehicles. It's the itinerary of Cycling Riviera cycle-pedestrian path, resulting from the historical Ferrovia del Ponente reconversion.
(≡)Health routes on the Riviera dei Fiori cycle path, by Gianfranco Trapani, pediatric specialist with specialization in nutrition science, and Stefano Beschi, dietician and specialist in Sports Medicine, Morellini publisher.
(≡)Accommodation facility located halfway between Sanremo and Imperia, welcomes guests in the heart of Santo Stefano al Mare offering direct access to the Parco costiero della Pista Ciclabile della Riviera dei Fiori.
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