Friday, 1 January 2016

Visiting Verona ( part one )


I have always loved visiting cities but with a very old dog it had become hard to stay out.
 During my Christmas holidays, I decided it was time to start again  with the habit
and packed up ...


I made up my mind for Verona, and, if you like Italy and never went to the city, I eagerly suggest to visit.


It has got a charming ancien part full of shops 


delightful old streets,

piazza delle erbe


and big, historical squares
( this one was once a Roman Forum ).


Here you can see the famous balcony where Giulietta ( do you  remember Romeo and Juliet ? Shakespeare chose Verona to set the story )  leaned out and talked to her beloved Romeo ...
(a very sad story but also  sooooo romantic! )


there are traces of history everywhere!


And they also provide good backgrounds for photos!!


I spent wonderful  days there and hope you enjoyed the virtual  tour!


Domenico Morone-Madonna and child

Next week I will share  the hotel where I stayed.
If you like to see the second part of my tour ... don't miss the post!
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26 comments:

  1. Andrea4 January 2016 at 14:53

    I visited Verona many, many years ago; it's a beautiful city! Thanks for taking us on a tour!

    I love your coat & bag - beautiful!

    Wishing you a very happy & healthy 2016!

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    1. dan4 January 2016 at 15:00

      I only spent a few days there, but I really enjoyed the city...I am glad that you went too!!

      All the best to you in 2016!!

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  2. Curra4 January 2016 at 15:37

    Dan . Verona city looks delicious .
    Feel lost in its streets .
    And you're as smart as ever.
    It is a delight to see you again
    kisses

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    1. dan5 January 2016 at 03:17

      You can't imagine how happy I am to read your comment, dear Curra!!
      I hope that things are going better at home and that your husband is recovering...I wish you a serene 2016!

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  3. akiko hiramatsu4 January 2016 at 19:18

    Happy New Year, Dan!
    Very great visual tour of Verona!
    I feel so wonderful :)
    Thank you for your question about my blog!
    Yes, the background is Tokyo!
    The area is called Futakotamagawa.

    akiko

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    1. dan5 January 2016 at 04:48

      A eonderful New Year to you too!!
      Tokyo...I can hardly imagine how that huge town is! Surely .... very different from the small Verona!!

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  4. Suzanne4 January 2016 at 20:20

    It has been so very long since I was last in Verona. Thanks for this little tour. Your new puppy looks very chic : )

    bisous
    Suzanne

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    1. dan5 January 2016 at 05:15

      Yes, he is! And Grillo looks fab in red!! :-)

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  5. Olga Rani5 January 2016 at 03:39

    Looks like such a beautiful and charming city it is! I enjoyed the photos very much. Thank you for this photo-tour!

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    1. dan5 January 2016 at 11:58

      This is one of the positive side of blogging:having the chance to know more about this wonderful world ...

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  6. No Fear of Fashion5 January 2016 at 09:01

    I can understand that you want variation and Verona looks like a beautiful city but isn't Turin just as lovely?
    Looking good kiddo.
    Greetje

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    1. dan5 January 2016 at 09:22

      Turin is a beautiful city but Verona is inserted since 2000 in the list of Unesco World Heritage. The whole ancient part of the city is a sort of museum in the open air!

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  7. PEN PHOTO PASSPORT5 January 2016 at 09:18

    But of course, Romeo and Juliet! I love the story, despite it being a tragedy. Just wanted to greet you Happy New Year dan! Have a wonderful 2016! Love your boots, by the way :)

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    1. dan5 January 2016 at 12:11

      Many thanks dear! And a wonderful New Year to you too ...

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  8. Rebecca5 January 2016 at 11:30

    Happy New Year dear Dan. You and Grillo look so happy exploring Verona.

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    1. dan5 January 2016 at 12:38

      Thanks! And may my best wishes for a serene 2016 cross the ocean and reach you, dearRebecca!
      Verona was in my wish travel list and it is only three hours drive from Turin ... you are right:the holiday made me very happy!

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  9. Kezzie5 January 2016 at 12:24

    Oooh, I remember those street views! I went to Verona with my youth orchestra aged 12- lovely to see it!x

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    1. dan7 January 2016 at 05:24

      Did you see Verona? Oh, nice! What about Turin??

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  10. Flo5 January 2016 at 13:02

    I love seeing all of the old buildings in your posts, here in the US we haven't a clue what truly old buildings look like. Happy New Year!

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    1. dan7 January 2016 at 05:49

      Oh, yes! We live in parts of the world very different from each other... but they are both interesting and unique!

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  11. Jill James5 January 2016 at 17:40

    Thank you for the tour of Verona, it really is beautiful , so full of history.
    You both look very stylish rugged up in your Winter coats. Happy New Year to you Dan.

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    1. dan7 January 2016 at 06:02

      I could share only a very little part of its beauty. I am sure that you too would love the city ...
      Happy New Year to you dear Jill!

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  12. carmen6 January 2016 at 17:56

    A charming city dear Dan! These romantic places do make lovely backdrops for a lovely lady and a pretty cute dog!!

    Happy 2016!
    ♥ carmen

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    1. dan9 January 2016 at 05:46

      I do believe that what Grillo appreciated most, in the city, where ... restaurants at dinner time!! :-)

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  13. Maria at inredningsvis9 January 2016 at 09:48

    What a wonderful post dear :) I wish you a happy healthy 2016 with lots of fun!

    Check out my new post - My amazing kitchen floor makeover :)

    LOVE Maria Inredning - it's Swedish for decor

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  14. dan11 January 2016 at 02:32

    Thank you Maria! I wish you a wonderful New Year!! I will visit your blog soon ...

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