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    • Dag 192

      The Water Clock of Villa Borghese

      21. november 2023, Italia ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C

      In the heart of Villa Borghese, a forgotten time traveler lurks, shrouded in the wild embrace of nature. Behold the water clock—an unsung hero in Rome's iconic green oasis.

      Tucked away along Viale dell’Orologio, this clock is no walk in the park to find, hidden amidst the unruly foliage. Venture not far from Pincio's stunning viewpoint, and you'll discover it—this aquatic maestro, residing on an islet, guarded by a turret.

      Abandoned to the passage of time, last summer saw the resurrection of this hydro-chronometer, a brainchild of Giovanni Battista Embriaco, a Dominican friar with a penchant for temporal theatrics. Picture this: Paris, 1867, Universal Exposition—our clock was the belle of the ball, but stage fright kept it snug in its packaging, a historical diva avoiding a grand debut.

      Water, the maestro's conductor, sets the pendulum in motion, orchestrating a liquid ballet that paints the canvas of time. A bell, swayed by the rhythmic dance of water, adds a dramatic crescendo to this chronometric spectacle. This isn't just any clock; it's a solo act in Italy's public park scene, a rebel in the realm of hydro-chronometers.

      But wait, there's more! Beyond its engineering prowess, this timepiece is bedecked with artistic flourishes, a true masterpiece reborn after years of obscurity. The ELIS Center's Vocational Training School took on the role of time's savior, conducting a restoration that brought this aquatic virtuoso back from the brink.

      So, next time you find yourself strolling through Villa Borghese, spare a thought for this enigmatic water clock—more than a timekeeper, it's a symphony of history, engineering, and the resilient spirit of a forgotten celebrity of yesteryear.
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    • Dag 4

      Villa Borghese, Rome

      7. september 2022, Italia ⋅ ☀️ 30 °C

      We then made our way to Villa Borghese, Rome’s largest public landscape park. Covering 148 acres, it contains many historic buildings, a lake, a temple, statues and museums. While we didn’t walk the entire 148 acres, it certainly felt like it. The views overlooking Rome from the gardens are expansive and the various structures are elaborately adorned with amazing stone and marble sculptures.

      We made sure to check out the Hydrochronometer, a type of water clock. It uses the force of water to move the pendulum and wind the clock and there are only two of these extremely rare clocks located in Rome, one in the Villa Borghese, and the other in Piazza Bernardino. Father Giovanni Batista Embriaco created this hydrochronometer in 1867, and after its completion, it was sent to the Paris Universal Exposition, where it received several awards. The clock returned to Rome in 1873 and was placed in the Villa Borghese gardens where it still stands today.

      While it was hot, it was worth the stroll - we think. We don’t know that we would strongly tell people that they must rush out and visit the Villa Borghese, but it was a pleasant way to send the morning. Unfortunately, I hadn’t pre booked tickets to the Gallery Borghese and that might have made all the difference.

      After a well-earned lunch in the park we decided to head home for an afternoon siesta. We totally get the concept and are embracing it, and it was that hot we needed it.
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    • Dag 134

      Rom

      15. august 2022, Italia ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C

      Gestern und heute dann auch nicht nur im Vatikan, sondern auch durch ganz Rom gelaufen. Gestern 23.000 Schritte und heute schon 25.000 😃 Grad mal 45 Minuten im Park gepennt und jetzt gehts weiter 😃
      Und Offensichtlich wird bei Iveco schon ne Ölwanne bei auslieferung mit geliefert 😂 Ist auch ne lösung um Umweltverschmutzung zu vermeiden 😂
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    • Dag 1

      First day in Rome

      19. mai 2022, Italia ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F

      I did much more exploring on day 1 than I thought, considering I did not sleep on the plane at all… but once you start walking around here it’s impossible to stop. Every corner has some historic site, church, fountain, or something else that would be the crown jewel of any other city. Rome is really amazing with so many layers of history.Les mer

    • Dag 3

      Day 2 - Another Interesting Site

      12. september 2023, Italia ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C

      So after trying to reach the Pantheon, I ended up 20 minutes north. Could I walk any more steps?

      Yes, I can. I think there are more "steps" in Rome than any other city I have visited.

      I reached Piazza Popolo mid- afternoon. There was a circus like tent in the Piazza as they were filming a movie. I climbed the steps to the top of the Piazza and found a beautiful park and an amazing view.Les mer

    • Dag 2

      Villa Borghese 🌳🏛️🦆

      30. september 2023, Italia ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C

      A continuación voy a visitar Villa Borghese, un gran parque cerca de la Piazza del Popolo, que incluye diferentes jardines a la italiana y edificios de estilo inglés, fuentes y estanques.

      En concreto, voy a visitar el Templo de Esculapio, quien para los romanos fue el dios de la medicina y protector de la salud.

      💡San Esculapio es uno de los Santos que forma parte de la Fontana di Trevi y también se le menciona en el juramento hipocrático. La serpiente en la copa o cáliz representa el poder del medicamento o veneno que puede matar o curar.

      Cuando ya se está poniendo el sol voy a visitar una casa-museo del escultor y pintor noruego Hendrik Christian Anderson, compuesto mayoritariamente de esculturas neorrenacentistas 🗿
      Les mer

    • Dag 165

      Viva la Roma

      22. februar 2019, Italia ⋅ ☀️ 13 °C

      Wie befürchtet war die Nacht wirklich unglaublich kalt! Aber da wir dies ahnten waren wir mit Pulli, dicken Socken und zusätzlicher Decke optimal ausgerüstet und fröstelten nur ein bisschen.

      Die Ruhe und Einsamkeit gaben wir aber nach einem gemütlichem Frühstück mit Blick in die Ferne bereits auf und tauschten sie gegen Trubel und buntes Treiben ein. Denn heute ging es nach Rom!

      Die vielen Kilometer legten wir ausnahmsweise auf der Autobahn zurück und erreichten Rom gegen Nachmittag. Wir haben einen tollen kostenfreien Spot direkt am Zoo gefunden, von dem man die Innenstadt fußläufig in nur knapp 15 Minuten durch einen Park erreichen kann. Da könnten sich einige Städte gerne ein Beispiel nehmen :P
      Gemeinsam mit Karl und Elina marschierten wir also los um bereits heute einen kleinen Eindruck von der Stadt zu bekommen. Und es stand außerdem auch noch eine wichtige Umsetzung einer Idee an, die schon länger gereift war und nun noch einmal angestoßen wurde, da Elina diesen Plan strickt verfolgt. Und so kam es tatsächlich zu Lenis erstem Piercing! Ganz schön aufgeregt, aber tapfer wurde die Prozedur bewältigt (von allen Beteiligten) ;)
      Die Aktion wurde gebührend mit einem All-you-can-eat Sushi gefeiert von dem aus wir uns anschließend zurück zum Bus rollen konnten.

      Tag 166: Nach einer wirklich ruhigen Nacht - mitten in der Stadt - entschlossen wir heute alle wichtigen Sehenswürdigkeiten zu besichtigen. So hatten wir zuerst einen Ausblick von der Terrazza del Pincio, passierten dann die Piazza del Popolo, die spanische Treppe, den Trevibrunnen, den Pantheon, die Piazza Navona, den Fluss Tiber, das Kolosseum und Forum Romanum und zuletzt die Piazza Venezia.
      Da Leni Rom seit der Schulzeit liebt und immer davon schwärmt hatten wir Sorge bei einem weiteren Besuch enttäuscht zu sein, aber Rom faszinierte uns mit all seinen Besonderheiten an jeder Ecke und seinem Flair aufs Neue!

      Nach 20 km windigem und teils sogar böenhaftem Fußweg brauchten wir dann aber doch eine kleine Verschnaufpause im Bus. Wir sammelten unsere Kräfte für einen abendlichen Ausflug in eine Pizzeria außerhalb des Stadtzentrums und genossen dort eine weitere leckere italienische Pizza.
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    • Dag 2

      Roma! Day 1/3

      27. august 2017, Italia ⋅ ☀️ 31 °C

      Unbelievable first day in Rome. There are no words to describe how everything makes me feel. We get to a Piazza with 7 corners and stand puzzled, every street looks like a perfect one. I honestly feel guilty knowing I can't possibly see every single alley, corner and building that inevitably catches my eye. Met a friend on the plane, Maddy from L.A. who spent the day with Dad and I walking around because she was alone before meeting her group. Haven't entered any museums/main attractions just yet, but soaked in a long view of the Coliseum, the Roman Forum, and St. Peters square just outside the Vatican. Can't believe I still have two days here. Just... Wow. Also, our hotel is a minutes walk from the famous Spanish plaza, with the Spanish Steps.

      EDIT: PS. Haven't slept since 630 am Saturday morning in Vancouver. It is now 4:45 Rome time on Sunday. Just a few more hours and I just might nip this jetlag in the bud.
      Les mer

    • Dag 75

      Rome - Exploring

      14. oktober 2015, Italia ⋅ 🌧 21 °C

      We'd booked a walking tour starting later in the day (yes, you have to book and print out your tickets for a free walking tour - Italy in general seems oddly bureaucratic while simultaneously lax about rule-following), so we had the morning to wander.

      There was a great view (#1) from the Trinità dei Monti, just at the top of the Spanish Steps (#2) (empty because they're closed for renovation). On the way we also saw orange trees at the roadside (#3), walked through the Villa Borghese Gardens (a smallish park we realised is bigger than Vatican City, #4), and via the Piazza del Popolo with its twin churches (#5).
      Stopped for lunch at a traditional Italian place and had my fist taste of really good Italian food (#6). Pasta always seems to be in small portions here (5 ravioli for 8€ ouch) and you order primo/secondo plates in addition.
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    • Dag 1

      First day in Rome

      25. september 2021, Italia ⋅ ☁️ 30 °C

      След като се настанихме в airbnb-то, което беше точно на центъра на главата в Рим (евала Иванче, че го намери🤍) се преоблякохме с летните си дрехи и излязохме да се разходим без багажи и раници из града. Имаше много хора навсякъде, итслианците изглеждаха много добре, всички бяха облечени страхотно и все едно ходиш сред модели и манекени навсякъде. Имаше и много улични артисти.
      Вечерта си избрахме една пицария и седнахме да вечеряме там, ейй беше много вкусно 🍕 всички ядохме пица :)
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