Although the Roman Empire came to an end many centuries ago, the inhabitants of Cividale del Friuli still like to remember their city founder Julius Caesar.
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At the Val Canale in Italy
On my way from Udine to the Austrian border I took an ordinary road through the Val Canale instead of the motorway and enjoyed a splendid view of the Alps. In some areas of Europe it is really better to drive slowly instead of racing along the motorways, isn’t it?
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An altana seen in Udine
Another interesting piece of architecture I saw in Udine. It is called an altana. Well, would you love to live in such a tower?
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Fine shutters in Udine
I just love the style of these shutters. You?
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Nice balcony in Udine
Nice balcony in the streets of Udine. Who of you would like to be Juliet on that balcony?
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Penthouse at a piazza in Udine
Funny penthouse at a piazza in Udine. Would you love to live there?
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Coat of arms in Udine
Amazing emblem seen in the streets of Udine. Any ideas who is the owner of this coat of arms?
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Piazza Libertà in Udine
At the Piazza Libertà in Udine. I love this photo for one reason: Though it is a central place the atmosphere is so peaceful.
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A weird tree in Udine
On my way back from the castle of Udine down to the city I came across this atmospheric place dominated by a weird tree.
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Santa Maria in Castello in Udine
A golden angel on top of the church Santa Maria in Castello in Udine. Any ideas what he tried to show me?
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Loggia del Lionello in Udine
Inside the Loggia del Lionello in Udine. It is part of the town hall built in the years 1448-1457. By the way, right in the middle of the loggia there is an interesting tool: A big thermometer.
At the Loggia del Lionello in Udine I saw this interesting tool. I was told it is a thermometer designed by Arturo Malignani (1865-1939).