Tag Archives: Italy

Pisa

Posted on 12/06/2021 by MountainTraveler

PISA, APRIL 2005, SEPTEMBER 2011 -  The tower of Pisa is maybe one of the best known landmarks in Europe or even in the world, but there is more to it than just the tower – which is by the way … Continue reading →

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Lucca

Posted on 12/06/2021 by MountainTraveler

LUCCA, APRIL 2005 - Arriving in Lucca is quite exciting. After a hour or so drive by bus from the Pisa ‘Galilei International’ airport, through an amazing and relaxing landscape, you encounter a well preserved medieval  town, with the many towers like beacons … Continue reading →

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Apuan Alps

Posted on 17/09/2011 by MountainTraveler

Italy, visited september 2011 From left to right, Monte Sagro and Pizzo D’Uccello (Matterhorn look-alike) are visible. The Apuan alps are part of the Apennines and are situated in the Massa – Carrara area, which is famous for its marble … Continue reading →

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Monte Rossola

Posted on 17/09/2011 by MountainTraveler

Italy , visited september 2011 situated in Levanto, Italian riviera. This basalt mountain reaches only 563 m a.s.l. but what a view when swimming in the sea !The mountain is of volcanic origin.

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Cinque Terre

Posted on 17/09/2011 by MountainTraveler

Italy, visited september 2011. In the foothills of the Apuan Alps, and very close to the mediterranean, the five villages of Cinque Terre offer great hiking and swimming opportunities. The villages can be hiked using the low trail (route nr … Continue reading →

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