Italy

Italy: A Captivating Symphony of History, Culture, and Splendor

In the heart of the Mediterranean lies Italy, a country that has shaped the cultural and historical landscape of Europe like no other. With its roots delving deep into the heart of ancient Rome, Italy has been the cradle of Western civilization and a center of global culture for centuries. Modern Italy, unified in 1861, stretches from the snow-capped Alps in the north to the sun-kissed shores of Sicily in the south.

From Ancient Empires to Renaissance Masterpieces

Italy's narrative is a storied tapestry of ancient empires, Renaissance revolutions, and influential global events. Its soil has been a battleground for empires and a canvas for visionaries like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, whose works still echo through the ages.

Rome: The Eternal City

The capital, Rome, stands as a monument to history itself, home to the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Vatican City, offering an unparalleled journey through time.

Venice: The Serene Republic

Venice, with its labyrinth of canals, opulent architecture, and storied Doge's Palace, remains a testament to its status as a powerhouse of the Mediterranean for over a millennium.

Florence: The Cradle of the Renaissance

Florence, the jewel of Tuscany, invites admirers of art and architecture with the splendor of its Duomo, the treasures of the Uffizi Gallery, and the Ponte Vecchio’s charm.

The Amalfi Coast: A Picturesque Paradise

Escape to the Amalfi Coast, where cliffside villages like Positano and ancient ruins like Pompeii offer breathtaking views and a window into the past.

From the rolling vineyards of Chianti to the fashion capital of Milan and the gastronomic delights of Bologna, Italy is an endless feast for the senses. Let travel.frogsfolly.com be your compass to the country's soul, where every corner holds a story, every meal is a celebration, and every visit is an experience of a lifetime. Dive into Italy with us, where the legacy of the past informs a vibrant present.

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<p>St Mark's Basilica, Venice, Italy</p>
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<p>DUOMO DI MILANO<br />
A Catedral de Milão - A construção durou cerca de 600 anos, tendo início em 1386 e sendo concluída em 1965. Possui aproximadamente 3.400 estátuas (mais de 1.000 no interior), 135 pináculos, 55 vitrais... <br />
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A PORTA PRINCIPAL (3ª porta) <br />
A ASSUNÇÃO E GLORIFICAÇÃO DA VIRGEM MARIA: (bolinha branca) Maria está cercada por uma multidão de anjos alados em posições de veneração e adoração, que seguram uma enorme coroa de flores. Sua expressão é de conforto, paz... segurando o Menino Jesus nos braços enquanto ascende aos céus! Os dois belíssimos Medalhões estão localizados no centro da Porta. Lado esquerdo, “Pietà” (episódios Dolorosos). Lado direito, a “Assunção e Glorificação da Virgem Maria” (episódios Gloriosos). <br />
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A Porta é monumental! Assim como as demais quatro portas, ela é também chamada de “Porta Maggiore”, é a maior e a mais pesada entre as cinco portas da fachada, é também a maior da Itália, com impressionantes 37 toneladas, 10 metros de altura, 5 metros de largura, uma obra-prima em bronze que concluiu a fachada da Catedral no início do século XX, esculpida pelo escultor italiano Ludovico Pogliaghi, entre 1894 e 1906, dedicada à Virgem Maria (Santa Maria Nascente), a quem a Catedral é consagrada. As demais portas (4) foram instaladas entre 1948 e 1965, com diferentes temas históricos e religiosos. A Porta Central é dividida como uma grande Árvore da Vida: o lado esquerdo é dedicado aos episódios Dolorosos, e o direito, aos Gloriosos.<br />
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A Porta retrata as “ALEGRIAS E DORES” da Virgem Maria, inaugurada em 8 de setembro de 1906, combinando o estilo neogótico com elementos do Art Nouveau. É composta por duas grandes folhas de bronze ornamentadas com baixos e altos-relevos detalhados que retratam episódios da vida da Virgem Maria e de Jesus Cristo. No centro, dois belíssimos Medalhões! No lado esquerdo, está o Medalhão “A Pietà”, a lamentação da Virgem Maria sobre o Corpo de Cristo em seus braços após a crucificação. No lado direito, o Medalhão “A Glória da Virgem Maria ou a Assunção”, anjos alados a cercam, sustentando mantos, oferendas florais e coroando-a, subindo aos céus...<br />
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OS PAINÉIS AO REDOR<br />
A folha de bronze à esquerda, mostra o “Ciclo da Paixão e Dor”. Os painéis acima e abaixo do Medalhão, ilustram cenas dolorosas, como Jesus a Caminho de Jerusalém, a Flagelação de Cristo, o Caminho do Calvário, a Crucificação... A folha de bronze à direita, mostra o “Ciclo da Infância e Glória”. Os painéis retratam passagens felizes e gloriosas, como o Nascimento da Virgem Maria, a Anunciação, o Nascimento de Jesus...</p>
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<p>South facing town by the Marina di Corricella, Procida, Bay of Naples, Italy</p>
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