Category Archives: Campania

The bells of Agnone

Posted on July 16, 2020 by babbityjean

Who invented the bell and how it was first used are unknown.  In Western antiquity, bells were widely used by the Etruscans: tomb illustrations suggest that music, which included bells and many other instruments, was important during banquets, religious celebrations, … Continue reading →

Posted in Arte, Campania, English, Foto, Italia, Musica, Napoli, New York, Storia, Vaticano | 1 Comment

Il fastidio del marciapiede

Posted on February 14, 2019 by babbityjean

In passato, camminare per le strade cittadine era un percorso ad ostacoli.  Invece di ammirare l’architettura o le vetrine, dovevate guardare dove stavate camminando o rischiavate di portarvi a casa un piccolo omaggio sulla suola della scarpa.  Le leggi urbane … Continue reading →

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The Sidewalk Nuisance

Posted on February 14, 2019 by babbityjean

Walking down city streets used to be an obstacle course. Instead of admiring the architecture or shop windows, you had to watch where you were walking or you would take home a little gift on the bottom of your shoe.  … Continue reading →

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