 | Full | Tuscany | VAL D'ORCIA seen from PIENZA
26. 06. 2014 14:10:21
© CLAUDIO MORTINI - The Val d'Orcia is a wide valley located in Tuscany, in the province of Siena and partly in that of Grosseto, north and east of Mount Amiata and close to the border with Umbria. Crossed by the Orcia river in the center, which gives it its name, it is characterized by pleasant la... |
 | Full | VILLA LA FOCE IN VAL D'ORCIA | TUSCANY
1. 07. 2014 01:45:27
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Villa La Foce and its farm dominate the Val d'Orcia, in southern Tuscany. Pienza, Montepulciano and Monticchiello are only a few kilometers away. La Foce is located near the site of an Etruscan settlement and a burial place dating from the 7th century BC to the 2nd century AD whic... |
 | Full | FIRST FLOWERING 2014 | CASTELLUCCIO DI NORCIA
2. 07. 2014 18:30:41
© CLAUDIO MORTINI - Castelluccio di Norcia, in Umbria, in the heart of the Sibillini Mountains National Park, a place where fairy tales, legends, traditions and reality blend with nature in a unique and unrepeatable charm. ... |
 | Full | SUNFLOWERS | LAGO TRASIMENO I GIRASOLI
8. 07. 2014 02:27:32
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Green Umbria turns golden! The spectacle is seen in our countryside, in this case along Lake Trasimeno (PG). Sunflowers show themselves at their best in all their splendor. The yellow petals bring cheer just looking at them.... |
 | SANT'ANNA IN CAMPRENA Full | VAL D'ORCIA
11. 07. 2014 03:00:54
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The monastery of Sant'Anna in Camprena is a former Olivetan monastic complex located in the homonymous locality, within the territory of the municipality of Pienza, in the province of Siena.... |
 | Flowering Umbria- Full | LA MAGNIFICA FIORITURA 2014 | CASTELLUCCIO di NORCIA
13. 07. 2014 05:26:18
© CLAUDIO MORTINI BEST VIDEO 2014The plateau of Castelluccio di Norcia (PG) between early June and late July witnesses an event of particular importance, La Fioritura.For several weeks the chromatic monotony of the pasture is broken by a mosaic of colors, with shades ranging from ochre yellow to red... |
 | Full | FUNKOFF funky marching band UMBRIA JAZZ ® 2014
21. 07. 2014 04:52:58
© CLAUDIO MORTINI BEST VIDEO 2014 *****The Funk Off were not only the first Italian funky marching band, after over fifteen years of activity and more than 600 concerts, they have literally given a new meaning to the word.... |
 | Full | PASSO VALLES VAL VENEGIA | TRENTINO
22. 07. 2014 02:11:52
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Splendid hike with very varied development, with wide panoramas on the main Dolomite groups, in the foreground Le Pale di San Martino with its overhanging walls.From Predazzo take the road leading to Passo Rolle. Past Panaveggio, turn left at the junction for Passo Valles and after... |
 | Full | San Pellegrino Pass Fuciade | Trentino
22. 07. 2014 14:08:23
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Walk from San Pellegrino Pass to the Fuciade basin.The path is particularly easy, a forest road almost flat with some short uphill sections.... |
 | Full | Val di Fiemme Alpe Cermis | Trentino
23. 07. 2014 14:08:21
© CLAUDIO MORTINI LAGORAI 360°, a view from Lagorai on a breathtaking landscape: the panorama over the Dolomites!Located at 2250 m on the top of Paion del Cermis, it is an equipped observatory from which it is possible to admire and recognize the panorama of the splendid mountains surrounding Alpe C... |
 | Full | Rolle Pass Colbricon Lakes | Trentino
23. 07. 2014 21:29:17
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Colbricon Lakes, Rolle Pass in the Paneveggio/Pale di San Martino State Forest.The Colbricon ponds, at about 2000 meters altitude, are certainly one of the most pleasant and spectacular places in the entire Dolomite area even if, geologically speaking, we are on the long porphyric ... |
 | The landscapes of the Dolomites - Full | The Magical Alpine Bloom | Trentino
24. 07. 2014 13:03:37
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The landscapes of the Dolomites transform rapidly thanks to the flowering. In fact, from April to June, the snow melts and gives way to nature awakening.During hikes, it will be easy to come across the great variety and extent of alpine flora: gentians, rhododendrons, edelweiss and... |
 | | Rome Tiber River Cruises | Festa de Noantri | Cruise on the Tiber | ROME by night
28. 07. 2014 09:17:20
© CLAUDIO MORTINI It is a bit daring to consider the Tiber as an alternative transport route, but discovering the city from the Tiber, in an absolutely unique natural environment, is an opportunity not to be missed. For some years now, a service has been active offering different types of cruises, e... |
 | | The sandy bay of Abu Dabab | Fish and Corals Abu Dabab | Red Sea
28. 07. 2014 19:16:39
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The sandy bay of Abu Dabab (27 km south of Marsa Alam airport) offers two spectacular coral reefs, with exceptional biodiversity. The water is warm all year round and free of pollution, ideal conditions for the proliferation of marine creatures.... |
 | Full | The Boys from Caritas Umbria House in Klina | KOSOVO
10. 08. 2014 23:58:01
© CLAUDIO MORTINI This stunning, moving video is not my work, it is a gift from Riccardo who, with the help of the boys from the 'house' in Klina, gives it to you. Such a masterpiece must be shared, it cannot remain the heritage of a few!... |
 | | PRIZREN Призрен The beautiful city of Mosques | KOSOVO
12. 08. 2014 04:26:42
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Prizren is located at the foot of the Sharr Mountains, in southeastern Kosovo, near the borders with Albania and Macedonia. The inhabitants are about 165 thousand, mainly Albanians. It is the administrative capital of the homonymous district, which has an estimated population of 24... |
 | | TIRANA Tiranë Tirona 2014 | ALBANIA
13. 08. 2014 17:17:00
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Tirana, Tiranë in Albanian, locally Tirona, is the capital of the Republic of Albania, as well as the capital of the homonymous district and prefecture; by virtue of its status as capital, it is administratively an Albanian special district.... |
 | | CORCIANO Historical Procession of the Gonfalone Umbria
16. 08. 2014 05:12:08
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The procession is a historical reproduction of the ancient religious procession of the Gonfalone of Corciano, which took place on the day of the Assumption in the late 1400s. The painting, commissioned by the Augustinian fathers and created by the illustrious representative of Peru... |
 | Θηβάριον - Montenegro Full - Tivat - Antivari - MONTENEGRO - BAR
20. 08. 2014 18:50:27
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The city of Bar is located between the Adriatic Sea and Lake Scutari, at the foot of Mount Rumija, in Montenegro. A city with long beaches, subtropical climate and 270 sunny days a year. The bathing season starts in mid-May, when the sea temperature reaches 23 degrees Celsius, and ... |
 | | Montenegro | PODGORICA Подгорица | MONTENEGRO
23. 08. 2014 02:28:21
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Podgorica, formerly Titograd, is the capital of Montenegro.The city is located 44 meters above sea level in the fertile plain north of Lake Scutari. The territory of Podgorica is crossed by several rivers: the Morača and Ribnica cross the city, while Zeta, Sitnica, Mareza and Zievn... |
 | Kotor - Our Lady of the Rocks - - MONTENEGRO - BAY OF KOTOR Котор
23. 08. 2014 23:31:26
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The ancient maritime city of Kotor is a city of the Republic of Montenegro, located on the Adriatic coast. Surrounded by an imposing city wall, it is still well preserved and included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Between 1420 and 1797, Kotor and the surrounding region belonge... |
 | | LAKE SCUTARI | DJEBABE | OSTROG MONASTERY | MONTENEGRO
24. 08. 2014 23:45:21
© CLAUDIO MORTINI On the steep cliff of Ostroška Greda, between Nikšić and Danilovgrad, high above the Bjelopavlići plain and the tranquil Zeta River, lies the Ostrog Monastery.Although the foundations of this monastery were laid by some monks, its true founder is considered St. Basil of Ostrog (Vas... |
 | Пећ - - Pejë - Peja - KOSOVO - Visoki Dečani Monastery - Peć
25. 08. 2014 23:24:14
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Peć (), or Peja / Pejë in Albanian, is a city in the western part of Kosovo. Located at the foot of the imposing mountain Bjeshkët e Nemuna, the city has been governed by various dominant powers throughout history, giving it a diverse cultural character. The Orthodox influence led ... |
 | | Calvi | L'Ile Rousse | St Florent | CORSICA THE ISLAND OF BEAUTY
1. 09. 2014 19:59:28
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Corsica is a land of contrasts. 'The island of beauty', as it is commonly called, is a real mountain in the sea.Saint-Florent is first and foremost a modern seaside resort that has managed to remain a village anchored to its traditions. ... |
 | | Ajaccio | Piana Calanches | Porto | CORSICA
2. 09. 2014 12:55:20
© CLAUDIO MORTINIThe town of Porto is located in the center of one of the island's most beautiful places. Porto, surrounded by the unmissable destination of the Piana Calanches characterized by purple rocks and the Girolata nature reserve, represents one of Corsica's tourist jewels. ... |
 | | BONIFACIO the magnificent white cliffs | CORSICA
3. 09. 2014 15:56:47
© CLAUDIO MORTINILocated at the tip of the southern end of the island, the city of Bonifacio has an exceptional position!From the magnificent white cliffs, the city opens onto the Mediterranean just 14km from the Sardinian coasts. On clear days, it is also possible to admire the Sardinian coasts fro... |
 | | BASTIA | CORTE | CORSICA
4. 09. 2014 08:58:55
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Located in the center of Corsica, Corte is the ancient capital of the island.It is practically at an equal distance from Ajaccio (85km) and Bastia (70km).It is part of the Haute-Corse department at 750 meters above sea level at the foot of the two valleys: Tavignanu valley and Rest... |
 | | WHEAT THRESHING Historical reenactment Umbria
7. 09. 2014 14:56:04
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Historical reenactment of threshing. The event is hosted at Lake Pucciarella, near the namesake farm. The event, organized by the cultural association Laboratorio Magione, is a real leap back in time that allows those who experienced these moments in the past to relive ancient cus... |
 | Raduloc House | Prishtina | Patriarchate of Peć | KOSOVO
10. 09. 2014 02:35:51
© CLAUDIO MORTINI At the entrance to the Rugovo Gorge, not far from Peć, stands the Patriarchate of Peć. The monastery includes four churches, built one next to the other, which today form a unique complex. The oldest is the Church of the Holy Apostles, erected in the third decade of the 13th centur... |
 | Full | Umbria | CASTELLUCCIO The extraordinary September Bloom
21. 09. 2014 05:30:21
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The bloom spectacle continues even after the lentil harvest. It is surprising to see poppies, daisies, and other flowers still at the end of September. Castelluccio di Norcia is a small village at 1450 m a.s.l., 30 km from Norcia, also called the roof of Umbria for its fantastic po... |
 | Full | Lake at sunset | San Feliciano at Sunset | LAKE TRASIMENO
22. 09. 2014 23:36:26
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Small and shining pearl of Lake Trasimeno, San Feliciano is world-famous for its beautiful sunsets. A blend of colors paints the waters with particular shades, giving new emotions in every season.... |
 | full | PORTONOVO The green bay of the Conero riviera Marche
23. 09. 2014 19:36:04
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The Bay of Portonovo AN is certainly one of the most characteristic beach destinations of the Conero Riviera and the entire Adriatic coast. The sea with its unmistakable turquoise and cobalt blue colors will leave you speechless, and the pebble and white gravel beaches will fascina... |
 | | Umbria | PRECI Bread Ham & fantasy
29. 09. 2014 20:45:51
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The event called Bread Ham & Fantasy took place in Preci PG on September 27/28, 2014, dedicated to promoting the territory, its traditional values, and typical local and Umbrian products, particularly Norcia IGP ham.... |
 | Sunset on Lake Trasimeno Full | LAKE TRASIMENO AT SUNSET Umbria
9. 10. 2014 22:31:35
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Lake Trasimeno, Umbria. The images I took from the lakeside of San Feliciano. It is said that in this area, nature creates spectacular sunsets and it is certainly true!... |
 | Full | Umbria | MAGIONE discovering wild herbs
13. 10. 2014 07:18:00
© CLAUDIO MORTINI A 'natural style' Sunday in the company of the cultural association Laboratorio Magione: adults and children, guided by Maria Sonia Baldoni, an expert in wild flowers and plants, will learn about, collect, and archive their own collection of medicinal herbs.... |
 | Full | UMBRIAN LANDSCAPES IN AUTUMN Umbria
13. 10. 2014 22:26:39
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Autumn gives Umbrian landscapes unique suggestions and emotions. The days are still warm and sunny, the vineyards dress in intense colors. The vineyards are between Brufa and Torgiano, the rest around Trasimeno. Montecolognola seen from the path connecting Magione to Monteruffiano... |
 | Full | PERUGIA THE GREEN PATH IN AUTUMN
15. 10. 2014 03:29:45
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The 'Green Path' dresses itself in the warm colors of Autumn. The path is ideal not only for doing sports but also for walking or stopping to read or study outdoors. Various paths available, with the most complete one that starts on a tree-lined avenue adjacent to the parking lot ... |
 | Full | PERUGIA | EUROCHOCOLATE
18. 10. 2014 12:40:23
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Twenty-first edition of the International Chocolate Festival, in Perugia until October 26.Invading the Perugian acropolis, enlivened by more than 100 stands of the most renowned national and international chocolate companies, are also tour groups, families, and students who have co... |
 | Full | The landscapes of Chianti | TUSCANY THE SIENNESE CHIANTI IN AUTUMN
30. 10. 2014 02:27:29
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Chianti offers those who visit it a succession of unique landscapes, characterized by gentle green hills, wide expanses of vineyards and olive groves, small villages, characteristic parish churches and stone farmhouses.... |
 | Tuscany | Tuscany CASTELNUOVO BERARDENGA
31. 10. 2014 03:13:45
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The town of Castelnuovo Berardenga is located on the southern borders of Chianti Classico less than 20 km from Siena. The territory is between the Ombrone and Arbia rivers. The name Berardenga derives from Count Berardo of Frankish lineage, who lived in the second half of the 10th ... |
 | Full | Perugia ALL SAINTS' FAIR 2014
4. 11. 2014 07:05:03
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The historic and traditional market fair that takes place in early NovemberThe Fiera dei morti of Perugia dates back to the medieval era: there are written testimonies of the Fair from 1260 already then defined as customary and its name was then Fiera di Ognissanti, being placed ... |
 | Full | Autumn Exaltation of the Senses | LAGO TRASIMENO | UMBRIA
8. 11. 2014 08:15:11
© CLAUDIO MORTINI Lake Trasimeno, with its hills covered in woods and olive trees, is one of the most characteristic environments of Umbria. In October the days are still warm, the colors begin to be those warm ones typical of the period announcing the arrival of autumn and walking amidst dense scen... |
 | Full | Tuscany | SAN GUSME' IN CHIANTI | TUSCANY
8. 11. 2014 19:04:25
© CLAUDIO MORTINI San Gusmè (Province of Siena - Municipality of Castelnuovo Berardenga) Located at 465 m a.s.l. in a magnificent position in the center of villas, castles and farms of Chianti, San Gusmè is a fortified village dating back to the 14th century. It features a compact layout, roughly ci... |
 | Full | Umbria AUTUMN COLORS IN VALNERINA
25. 11. 2014 05:53:43
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The colors of autumn represent a unique natural spectacle that lights up the landscape with a thousand shades. Rich in woods and still unspoiled lands, Valnerina in Umbria is an ideal destination to enjoy magnificent autumn landscapes. The chromatic harmony of the panorama together... |
 | Full | WINE ROADS FOLIAGE | UMBRIA
26. 11. 2014 06:19:43
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The autumn foliage of the vineyards: paintings in the open skyAutumn, days shorten, the countryside begins to fall asleep slowly and colors become dark, with leaves turning gold until they become brown, passing through fiery red.... |
 | Full | SICILY - TERMINI IMERESE Immaculate Procession
10. 12. 2014 05:37:37
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The cult of the Immaculate in Termini Imerese dates back to the 17th century and is so deeply rooted that not only Termitane families but also the descendants of emigrants sincerely cultivate it.... |
 | Full | MONREALE CATHEDRAL | SICILY
10. 12. 2014 21:09:52
© CLAUDIO MORTINI In the province of Palermo, in Monreale, is one of the most beautiful cathedrals on the Sicilian island. It was built in 1174 by order of William II of Altavilla, on the steep slopes of Mount Caputo dominating the entire Golden Valley.... |
 | | Sicily | PALERMO Millenary City of Art
11. 12. 2014 12:48:07
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The city of Palermo, capital of the Sicilian region, is considered the cultural and economic nodal point between the Mediterranean Sea and Europe. Various peoples have left extraordinary monuments and remains. The original core of the city was founded between the watercourses of th... |
 | Full | THE ART METRO the most beautiful in Europe | NAPLES
16. 12. 2014 07:57:59
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The art stations are an artistic-functional complex, consisting of Naples metro stops, where particular attention has been paid to making the environments beautiful, comfortable and efficient. The main purpose is to combine the use of public transport with the exposure of users to ... |
 | | Music, Exhibitions, Popular Cuisine with the Mayor | The Night of Art | NAPLES
16. 12. 2014 18:48:55
© CLAUDIO MORTINI The local press writes that we were one hundred thousand crowding the streets of the historic center on the occasion of the Night of Art which saw Neapolitans and tourists enjoy the cultural and gastronomic beauties of the city.... |