I should add that the third statute down is a tribute to the aviators of the 1920's - 1930's who took part in the seaplane races on Lake Garda. The water there can be very choppy because of the winds from the mountains producing spectacular waves.
I love the greyhound statue looking out onto the lake best; a typical lake Garda view. We often go to Lazise, Garda, Bardolino (Verona side of the lake) for a Sunday walk or ice cream during the "dead" season. I believe my son was at lake Iseo last week Sunday on his motorbike so you probably even crossed him ;) Greetings Maria x
In Bardolino for the final couple of days. Lazise, Garda, Bardolino is a lovely location for a gentle 'passegiata'. It was the weekend of the festa di lagi in Iseo when we arrived there. The dog, one of several, is a sculpture by a French artist (?) circa 2006. The dogs are on the D'Annunzio mausoleum. The two ladies in the photos below the one of the dog are in a shady valley in his garden.
Third one down is very dramatic. I never knew there were such exiting things near or around the Italian Lakes.
ReplyDeleteIt's a fascinating area to explore using the many ferries. We hope to return one day and visit some of the others including Como and Maggiore.
ReplyDeleteI should add that the third statute down is a tribute to the aviators of the 1920's - 1930's who took part in the seaplane races on Lake Garda. The water there can be very choppy because of the winds from the mountains producing spectacular waves.
DeleteIt is a great statue. I love it.
DeleteMind you having said that, I like them all.
DeleteWind and waves there are very good for windsurfing
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Mmm :-). I think I'll stick to running. G
DeleteI love the greyhound statue looking out onto the lake best; a typical lake Garda view. We often go to Lazise, Garda, Bardolino (Verona side of the lake) for a Sunday walk or ice cream during the "dead" season. I believe my son was at lake Iseo last week Sunday on his motorbike so you probably even crossed him ;)
ReplyDeleteGreetings Maria x
In Bardolino for the final couple of days. Lazise, Garda, Bardolino is a lovely location for a gentle 'passegiata'. It was the weekend of the festa di lagi in Iseo when we arrived there. The dog, one of several, is a sculpture by a French artist (?) circa 2006. The dogs are on the D'Annunzio mausoleum. The two ladies in the photos below the one of the dog are in a shady valley in his garden.
DeleteYes, la passeggiata, so typical italian. I'm very happy you enjoyed your holidays here Gwil.
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No need to fly all over the planet when Italy is next door. We feel ourselves very fortunate!
DeleteI especially love the Buddha and the dog looking out over the lake Gwil. Are you there relaxing at present? If so then do please enjoy every moment.
ReplyDeleteThanks Pat. We enjoyed every moment. We are now back here.
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