{villa d'este}

Yesterday, Friday the 13th, we took a bus to Villa d'Este which is in Tivoli... we were expecting 100% chance of heavy rain, and were fortunate enough that the rain held off until early afternoon. A beautiful villa with wonderful gardens known for the elaborate fountains throughout. Sidenote - there were beautiful tulips and peonies everywhere! So fragrant!

{click here for more information about Villa d'Este}

{villa lante}

 {our history teacher, Marco in front of the entrance at Villa Lante}



 {the waterfall at the very highest level of the garden represents a transition from organic to modern}

{click here to view more information about the gardens at Villa Lante}

{villa farnese - gardens}

To accompany my first blog about the Villa Farnese, I have included a second post about the beautiful landscapes that surround. There were beautiful, perfectly groomed hedge gardens and many secondary spaces that allowed for an afternoon of exploration. Very beautiful! Check out the link at the bottom of the page for more information.

I enjoy including some macro-shots that show texture and details help share the experience.

{macro shot of the mosaics surrounding the fountain}

{me near a fountain in front of the summer house at the Villa Farnese} 

{a view of the city of Caprarola}

{click here for more information about Villa Farnese}