What to know about visiting the Acropolis of Athens

cariatidi Acropoli Atene

A visit to the Acropolis of Athens is a must for anyone visiting the city. This iconic site is the symbol par excellence of Athens and represents the glory of ancient Greece. In addition to the Acropolis itself, I highly recommend visiting the Acropolis Museum, which offers a comprehensive perspective on the archaeological treasures found at the site.

What the visit to the Acropolis of Athens includes

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National Archaeological Museum in Athens: what to see

Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Atene

Athens is a must for lovers of archaeology and ancient history. Not only museums, but also open-air archaeological sites, everywhere you can breathe in the past. One of these is the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, where you can find works that we have all, at one time or another, seen in history books.

What to find at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens

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Life and Works of Louise Bourgeois: Who she was and what works she did

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Have you ever thought about how deep the connection between personal experiences and art can be?
Personal life is often intertwined with creativity, in fact I believe it is this link that is fundamental, which allows great artists to describe what we really are, as was the case with the works of Louise Bourgeois.

Louise Bourgeois was an artist who grew up in the suburbs of Paris and her works offer an extraordinary example of how personal challenges can be transformed into powerful works of art. Through sculpture, drawing and installation, Bourgeois depicted her darkest traumas and emotions, exploring the human psyche with unique intensity and depth. In this post, I tell you all about this extraordinary artist, marked by complex family relationships, how her personal life profoundly influenced her artistic production, making her emerge as one of the most influential figures in 20th century art.

LIFE AND WORKS OF LOUISE BOURGEIOS

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The most entertaining museums to see in Turin

Museo Arte Urbana Torino

Museo Arte Urbana Torino

Turin, the first capital of Italy, is a city full of charm and culture, but in addition to the best-known museums, there are many other interactive experiences and fun museums in Turin that can make a visit enjoyable and engaging for the whole family. If you are looking for ideas to entertain the kids or want to alternate the classic visits with something more original, Turin has several options that are sure to surprise you.

Museums and alternative and fun activities in Turin

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Art and Tennis in the works of Velasco Vitali

How can art intersect with sports? With this post I take you into the world and works of Velasco Vitali, an artist whose passion for tennis shines through in his work.
Since 2017, Vitali’s artistic production has taken on new nuances, ranging from elegant monochromes to intense depictions of red clay. This is how tennis, in addition to being a game of physical strength and endurance, has become a powerful expressive tool for Vitali.

THE WORKS OF VELASCO VITALI

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