Ancient to Modern

During my July holiday I had a wonderful opportunity to visit the splendid town of Vicenza in northern Italy whose beauty and elegant charm have left me marvelled.

The first night offered a quieter and less crowded edition of the place as many cafes and restaurants are closed on Mondays. I went for a stroll within the Basilica’s arcades and took a glimpse of modern shops at the piazza looking through one of famous Palladian windows. At the edges of the window you can see some modern installations for sunshades that would be open and ready again for Tuesday crowds.

Ancient to modern… the old world adjusted to our “modern” needs. Is it always a good idea??

Give a click to the bellow link to enjoy a beautiful piece of music by Ludovico Einaudi titled Walk.

 

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32 responses to “Ancient to Modern”

  1. Good, I hope you will like them, and that they will like you too of course 😀 Thank you for complimenting my shot, Marianne ( I like it too ;))

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  2. Italy has that magical blend of ancient and modern that can only make us fall in love. Modern style, ancient architecture, a cuisine that is both!

    Many thanks for putting my blog in the spotlight Paula – your vote of confidence has me beaming! I am truly honoured to be associated with you and your blog. Un très grand merci.

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    1. It was my honour GF 🙂

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    2. You are right in your observation about Italy :). It makes me think you were living there for some time?

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  3. Passionate words brings images into life. Turns travels into great memories. A blogger to see things and everything around her with her heart. Beautiful!

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    1. Thank you for this heartfelt comment IT 🙂

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  4. Splendido……punto di vista!

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    1. 🙂 sono molto contenta che ti piace 🙂

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  5. Stunning shot and entry for the challenge Paula. Very striking! Love the music too. So fitting. 😀 *hugs*

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    1. A big smile and huge bear hugs to you Sophia. Thank you 🙂

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  6. Magnifico! 🙂

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  7. On my way to visit the blogs you suggested ….

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    1. That a girl! 😉

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  8. Really don’t know which are worst case – old world adjusted to “modern” needs or modern world adjusted to the old world – both can maybe be a bad idea… 🙂 😉

    Really like your shot – maybe the title is “A look into the future” – probably better look that way than the other way… 🙂 😉

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    1. I am glad you like my photo, Drake. Vi ses 🙂

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  9. What a vivid portrayal, Paula. I like what you’ve done with the colour. 🙂

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  10. Old European architecture always makes those European cities so alluring.

    Nice colours.

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    1. 🙂 You are right, Allan. Well, Europe being the only continent I have been so far I can’t compare 😀

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  11. Nice scenery. I’m alone at the office now, so for once I got to listen to the music. Absolutely beautiful music! Reminds me a bit of Clint Mansell’s ‘Lux Aeterna’ (which is also a wonderful piece of music) .

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  12. Perfect interpretation of the challenge.

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    1. Thank you so much 🙂

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  13. Love the framing and the golden lighting on the foreground archway. I’ll have to give the local planners credit for incorporating the modern stores into the existing historic buildings. All too often these beautiful older buildings are torn down so some glass and metal eye-sore can be erected in its place.

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  14. Even the ancients had to shop somewhere! A wonderfully accommodating shot Paula!

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  15. Love the bright orange 🙂

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    1. Me too, it is the colour of health and vitality :D. I will try to incorporate it in more of my images 😉 Thank you, Bashar.

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  16. Very aesthetic use of ancient buildings for modern use! A superb composition Paula!

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  17. vastlycurious.com Avatar
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    Perfect interpretation!

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    1. 🙂 Thank you. Vicenza is a gorgeous place.

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      1. vastlycurious.com Avatar
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        It certainly looks to be!

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  18. A truly magnificent photo, Paula, and your choice of music is lovely. I haven’t been to Vicenza.

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