Panoramic reflections in Sardinia, Italy
This is my response to the Weekly Photo Challenge: Reflections.
Weekly Photo Challenge: Reflections
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Monthly Archives: November 2012
Nuraghe Izzana
Nuraghe Izzana located in Aggius, near the stunning Valle della Luna. Izzana is probably the largest nuraghe in Sardinia.
Nuraghe Izzana situato a Aggius, vicino allo splendido Valle della Luna. Izzana è probabilmente il più grande nuraghe in Sardegna.
The Nuraghic Society consisted of builders, shepherds, farmers, and fishermen. The use of nuraghe remains a mystery, but some believe these beehive structures were once used as religious temples, rulers’ residences, military strongholds, town meeting halls and housing for shepherds and their families.
La società nuragica era costituito da costruttori, pastori, agricoltori e pescatori. L’uso di nuraghe rimane un mistero, ma alcuni credono queste strutture alveare una volta erano utilizzati come templi religiosi, residenze governanti, fortezze militari, sale meeting città e gli alloggi per i pastori e le loro famiglie.
Nuraghe are typically located in a panoramic area and most are found in the northwest and south-central part of Sardinia. There are two types of nuraghe: tholos (domed shaped tomb or building) & corridor nuraghe. Most Nuraghe were built entirely of basalt, with no foundations to support these masterpieces but the weight of their stone.
Nuraghe si trovano di solito in una zona panoramica e la maggior parte si trovano nella parte nord-ovest e centro-meridionale della Sardegna. Ci sono due tipi di nuraghe: a tholos (cupola a forma di tomba o un edificio) e nuraghe corridoio. La maggior parte sono stati Nuraghe costruito interamente in basalto, senza fondamenta per sostenere questi capolavori, ma il peso della loro pietra.
Questo articolo e per un amico a Sassari. Hai visto? Ho scritto in italiano.
Have you seen a Nuraghe? Where? Hai visto un nuraghe? Dove?
Liquid Tinnari – Sardinia
Weekly Photo Challenge: Thankful
I am thankful to my husband and house guests, who braved the wild Sardinian mountains to collect these beautiful Portobello mushrooms.
This is my response to the weekly photo challenge: thankful.
Travel Theme: Liquid
365 meters above and below the Gallura | Sardinia, Italy
Sardinia – Summer-like temperatures at the end of November – dreams do come true. Beautiful blue skies and calm waters called our names; we hiked to the top of a mountain to collect fresh mushrooms in the early morning rays; we hiked along the rugged coastline in the hot afternoon sun and we relaxed seaside sharing plenty of laughs.
This is what we saw … (click on any image to view in a larger format.)
365 meters above and below the Gallura | Sardinia, Italy
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2nd Blogiversary at My Sardinian Life
There was a wonderful little reminder from WordPress this morning:
Thank you for reminding me WordPress!
Today, November 22nd, 2012 is the two-year blogiversary for My Sardinian Life! I can’t believe that I’ve written about this lovely island in the Mediterranean for this long. It seems like just yesterday when I took the leap of faith and signed up for a blog on WordPress – now two years have gone by. It’s been a fun and interesting adventure where I’ve learned about Sardinia – her people, cultures and magical traditions.
To my readers, followers and stalkers – thank you. If it weren’t for your words of encouragement in these last two years – in all honestly, I would have given up. I have virtually met so many wonderful, inspirational, courageous and brilliantly fantastic people via My Sardinian Life – I have learned from each of you. You have made dark days seem brighter and even managed to turn already sparkling days into moments of magic. It humbles me to be among your followers. Thank you.
And now I have a little treat for you all, and I do hope you enjoy.
The Best of My Sardinian Life (according to you … and the stats.)
- 1496 followers spread across various social media outlets.
- 394 posts – 395 after this article is posted. Wow, I remember having to write a 500-page essay as a teenager and the thought of getting a tooth pulled was more appealing, how things have changed – for the better.
- Top 5 search terms:
1. medusa – 591
2. my sardinian life – 428
3. living in sardinia – 222
4. gianluigi buffon – 164 (you’re welcome)
5. jennifer avventura – 153 (thanks Mom) - Top 5 pages & posts:
1. Top 7 Shirtless Italian Soccer Players – 4,897.
2. Aboot me – 2,278
3. A Mediterranean Medusa | Sardinia, Italy – 1,546
4. The naked truth on nude beaches in Sardinia, Italy – 1,518
5. Cost of Living | Sardinia, Italy – 1,336 - Top 5 Views by Country
1. United States of America – 23,027 views.
2. Italy – 13,768 views.
3. United Kingdom – 9,081 views.
4. Spain – 8,329 views.
5. Canada – 6,386 views.
The best of My Sardinian Life’s photography – enjoy the show.
Thank you for sticking with me these last two years. My aim in the coming years is to give you the best Sardinia can offer. Come on over – she’s waiting for you.
Why did you start to blog?
The Write Travel Blog is Open for Business
The Write Travel Blog is open for business! Two years after the inception of My Sardinian Life a new blog is born. It’s my outlet to showcase short stories from around the globe; mine and yours. Join me in celebrating the joy of travel as we write ourselves into history.
Focus
The Write Travel Blog is a short story blog about global travel. It’s a simple blog without all the flashy lights (for this I require one photo and one photo only – so choose wisely); a spot, where you the writer, showcase your talent. Are you interested in guest posting for my new adventure?
Seeking guest posts from travelers of ALL ages.
Requirements:
- 500-1000 words; any style, any format with the exception of posts like “I did this, we went there.“
- Use your imagination. Be unique.
- All editing done by ‘you.’
- Article MUST be about travel.
- If article is about a specific place – you MUST have traveled there.
- One photo that you took to support your story.
- Small bio about yourself.
- Provide 3 links to support yourself. Example: Your blog link, Twitter or Facebook.
- No advertising.
- Only guest posts from independent bloggers and writers will be accepted. If you are writing for a corporate company – go suck a lemon, I’m not interested.
- You retain all rights to your work.
- Article must be original and never before published.
- Once article is published on The Write Travel Blog you have the rights to publish your article on your blog
Email me at: writetravelblog@gmail.com. Subject: Guest Post TWTB.
I have already received many emails from writers, travelers and bloggers who are interested in this project. Thank you, all! I am grateful for your support and excitement on this new venture.
So, what are you waiting for? Come on over, I’ve been waiting for you.
The Write Travel Blog – short stories from around the globe.
The Write Travel Blog is a blog for all ages. Therefore, if you are submitting a guest post I please ask that you do not use foul language or explicit sexual references.
The Write Travel Blog is looking for guest posts on travel
I am starting a new project – it’s called The Write Travel Blog. Why did I decide to start a new blog? The answer is easy – the short stories I have written and published on My Sardinian Life are not getting the traffic nor readership I had hoped for. People come to My Sardinian Life to read about Sardinia – not my adventures in Brazil, Australia or Greece. So, with that in mind I opened a new blog. It will go live later this week.
The Write Travel Blog is a short story blog about global travel. It’s a simple blog without all the flashy lights; a spot, where you the writer, showcase your talent. Are you interested in guest posting for my new adventure?
Want to guest post for The Write Travel Blog?
Requirements:
- 500-1000 words; any style, any format with the exception of posts like “I did this, we went there.“
- Use your imagination. Be unique.
- All editing done by ‘you.’
- Article MUST be about travel.
- If article is about a specific place – you MUST have traveled there.
- 1 photo that you took to support your story.
- Small bio about yourself.
- Provide 3 links to support yourself. Example: Your blog link, Twitter or Facebook.
- No advertising.
- Only guest posts from independent bloggers and writers will be accepted. If you are writing for a corporate company – go suck a lemon, I’m not interested.
- You retain all rights to your work.
- Article must be original and never before published.
- Once article is published on The Write Travel Blog you have the rights to publish your article on your blog
Email me at: writetravelblog@gmail.com. Subject: Guest Post TWTB.
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Travel Theme: Mystical Niagara Falls
“I see Canada as a country torn between a very northern, rather extraordinary, mystical spirit … ” – Robertson Davies
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This is my response to the weekly travel theme from Ailsa from Where’s my backpack. To check out more awesome mystical photos click here.
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