by Raffy Betro | Oct 27, 2023 | Travel
This morning, as predicted, it was a cloudy day with rain expected so I changed my travel plans and decided to stay in Reggio to visit some other sites. First stop was the Castle Aragonese. It was first mentioned in text in 1027. It is an ancient fortification and an...
by Raffy Betro | Oct 26, 2023 | Travel
This morning I made my way to Museo Nazionale Della Magna Grecia to see the famous “bronzi di riace” and artifacts from 8th century BC, plus Roman and prehistoric eras. The bronzi take your breath away. They are over 6 feet in height and are so detailed. They are...
by Raffy Betro | Oct 24, 2023 | Travel
This morning I departed via train for Reggio Calabria. The train’s route is all along the coast line and the views of the sea are stunning, made even more so for the fact that most of the area is undeveloped and still wild. It’s worth taking the train just for the...
by Raffy Betro | Oct 24, 2023 | Travel
After the glorious sun of yesterday, today was once again cloudy and windy but with only some light rain. The sea was churned up, however, and the waves were the strongest I’ve every seen. In fact, I am always able to get to Frank’s Lido Mediterraneo from the beach...
by Raffy Betro | Oct 23, 2023 | Travel
Tropea is a small town on the east coast of Calabria. It’s known for its cliff top historic centre, beaches and prized red onions. A visit to a Norman Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Romania built in the XII century. It has suffered much damage due to...
