Martin M. Miles' photos with the keyword: Tyrrhenian Sea
Tropea
21 Nov 2022 |
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A legend has it that the city was founded by Hercules when he returned from his work on the Pillars of Hercules.
The settlement has been the seat of a diocese since the 7th century. In 1094 a Latin clergyman succeeded the Greek bishops for the first time. Around 1000 Tropea developed into a prosperous city, favored by tax and administrative freedom.
In the 13th century, Tropea was rebuilt to its current state, on a rock overlooking the sea to protect it from Saracen incursions. Over the centuries, regular earthquakes caused severe damage on the city, causing the residents to rebuild the city on top of the ruins after each tremor.
In the 19th century, the city began to decline for a long time, which could only be reversed with the start of tourism. Today this is a seaside resort, and due to its location and the well-preserved old town, Tropea is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Calabria.
Tropea
21 Nov 2022 |
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A legend has it that the city was founded by Hercules when he returned from his work on the Pillars of Hercules.
The settlement has been the seat of a diocese since the 7th century. In 1094 a Latin clergyman succeeded the Greek bishops for the first time. Around 1000 Tropea developed into a prosperous city, favored by tax and administrative freedom.
In the 13th century, Tropea was rebuilt to its current state, on a rock overlooking the sea to protect it from Saracen incursions. Over the centuries, regular earthquakes caused severe damage on the city, causing the residents to rebuild the city on top of the ruins after each tremor.
In the 19th century, the city began to decline for a long time, which could only be reversed with the start of tourism. Today this is a seaside resort, and due to its location and the well-preserved old town, Tropea is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Calabria.
Rain is approaching over the Tyrrhenian Sea. Seen to the left is the Convent of the Capuchins. Built at the end of the 16th century it is overlooking the sea.
Vulcano
07 Nov 2022 |
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Vulcano is a small volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, about 20 km north of Sicily, and located at the southernmost end of the seven Aeolian Islands. The island is known for its volcanic activity. The English word "volcano" derives from the name of this island, which derives from the Roman belief that the tiny island was the chimney of Vulcan, the Roman god of fire.
Here the island is seen from Patti
I have already uploaded a lot of photos from previous trips to Sicily. Now I will add only a few. If you want to see more, follow this link:
www.ipernity.com/doc/323415/album/1238300
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