Portugal2021Quinta dos Estudiosos Walking around this wonderful estate I was surprised by its unique architecture. Combined with the greenery and colorful flowers it really turned into an appealing scene. Like every Portuguese estate,…
Italy2020Barca in Stanza Like most Italian villas they always contain the most beautiful frescoes on their walls and ceilings. This villa on the other hand got literally every room covered. I wonder how…
Italy2021Serra Vetro Colorato A truly magical scene. This nearly overgrown greenhouse boasts remarkable details: colored lead-light windows, decorated doors, and a small canopy sheltering the entry. Inside, lush vegetation has replaced the former…
France2021Château de Fantôme Not much is left of this ancient castle. Among the ruins, the central tower and left corner turret are the last pieces still standing. Surrounded by large trees, ivy and…
Italy2020Chiesa dell’Oasi Verde Since its closure well over 50 years ago a lot has changed to the interior and exterior of this 19th-century neo-Gothic church. It really was an architectural jewel of its…
Italy2020Villa V From the road, you would certainly miss it driving by. Located in open countryside the villa is completely surrounded by vegetation. Finding an entrance turned into a small challenge. As…
Italy2020Cappella dell’Edera The bright sun easily made its way inside this abandoned chapel. With its roof partly collapsed it also provides an entrance for mother nature. Ivy plants climbed over the wall.…
Italy2020Villa Cancello Chiuso A fully overgrown private tree-lined avenue leads the way to the sturdy large gate of the property. After entering the estate one would enter the forepart were servants quarters and…
Italy2020Monastero di Altari A true landmark of the region. A beautiful monastery located on top of a hill with a wonderful view down the valley overlooking a few villages. The monastery was founded…