Even if it’s not a proper river, it runs through the magnificent terraced gardens of Villa Lante in Bagnaia near Viterbo.
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This was in January and it was the first trip that I made with my friend Flavia. I know there will be more, sooner or later. Italy is not going anywhere.
I showed you its doors already in two posts and promised to show the fountains. Here are the water features of Villa Lante which started to be built in 1566. Imagine that.
For Lens-Artists Photo Challenge, hosted by Amy at THE WORLD IS A BOOK…: A river runs through it
Thanks for the virtual tour Manja. The place looks wonderful. Stay safe my dear!
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Thank you, Teresa, it was truly wonderful. You as well!
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An amazing place. Thanks for taking me there Manja 🙂
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You’re most welcome, Bushboy. 🙂 Amazing is right!
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Yes. Sasanqua camellia. I have this color in my front yard. Very pretty.
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Thank you, Lois! 🙂
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Simply sensational, one for the wish list. Thanks for sharing these great pictures.
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True that, Scooj. I hope you get to see it one day. Thank you!
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In year’s gone by the wealthier took pride in making some spectacular Gardens, particularly so in Italy. I assume that is where this town is? Reminds me a little bit of Villa Carlotta in Mezzagra in the Lake District – Lake Como. There was a wonderful Grotto made of stone like one of your photos. Statues and gardens so fabulous to see. I so I enjoyed the virtual tour- thanks Manja
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Thank you, Amanda, I’m glad I can take you there this way. Yes, this is near Viterbo, quite a large town inland about 100 km north of Rome. I was never even near Lake Como… Italy is long and varied.
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Yes I imagine it is. I have not been south of Milan and Verona. Maybe some day if we are ever allowed to travel again, I will see more of Italy, who knows.
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I’m sure you will!
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🙂
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All of a sudden I realize the beauty of the general overviews that you like to take. The one of the first fountain is really something😍 and very strangely I liked also the shot of the 3 guys looking down! Only good memories🎉 take care my dear 💪
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Ooo, Flavia likes a photo with people. 😉 But you see, they add to the picture. 🙂 Thank you so much. It’s easy to take photos of beautiful Italy.
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Yes, but this one was fun! Don’t get accustomed to that! I will keep on dodging them 🤣😈
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So perfect.
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Grazie, Bojana. It is.
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Nice
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Isn’t it, SMSW. 🙂 Thanks.
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Oh… how beautiful! Thank you so much for this wonderful virtual tour. So much needed during this difficult time…
Great photos of this special garden, Manja!
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You’re most welcome, Amy. 🙂 I’m glad I have photo memories like these that I can share.
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Wow Manja, what a glorious place! Certainly one for the wish list!
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Thank you so much, Tina. 🙂 It was one of the first destinations on my list of Italian places to go.
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What a beautiful garden! Love little pools and sculptures – a lovely Italian tour, Manja. Thank you – stay well and extra puffs to Bestia from Totti and Milo ♥♥
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Thank you so much, Leya! ❤ Hugs and tail wags right back. I hope you are fine.
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We are so far, thank you – you too ♥
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I feel like I just visited Italy. Thanks for sharing. I’ll hold on to that until I can visit in person 🙂
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This is great, Sandy, your response. Can not wish for much more. I really hope that you do. So much to do and click around here.
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Wow! That place is beautiful! I love the blue skies — perfect day to explore that venue 🙂
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Thank you, Joey. It was indeed one of our perfect days.
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