What a great name: Montecassino. Sounds like something straight out of a James Bond flick. It was merely the site of playtime for the kids yesterday. The town is simply an abbey high over the valleys of the southern Lazio region and is known for a large WWII battle in which the allies bombed it to oblivion, fearing the Germans were using the strategic hill top as a spotting post - fears later proved false. Regardless of its violent past, Montecassino is now a tranquil abbey with rosebushes adorning its courtyards and plenty of spectacular views. To think this gem of a spot is an hour away from our house is hard to believe!
Ethan doing what Ethan loves to do: eat.
Allison with vineyards below.
Some great scenery.
Great family shot.
Ethan running up to one of the large doors to the abbey.
What a great name: Montecassino. Sounds like something straight out of a James Bond flick. It was merely the site of playtime for the kids yesterday. The town is simply an abbey high over the valleys of the southern Lazio region and is known for a large WWII battle in which the allies bombed it to oblivion, fearing the Germans were using the strategic hill top as a spotting post - fears later proved false. Regardless of its violent past, Montecassino is now a tranquil abbey with rosebushes adorning its courtyards and plenty of spectacular views. To think this gem of a spot is an hour away from our house is hard to believe!
Ethan doing what Ethan loves to do: eat.
Allison with vineyards below.
Some great scenery.
Great family shot.
Ethan running up to one of the large doors to the abbey.
1 comment:
It's just so darn beautiful. I think we're going to have to check out Italy one of these days! Thanks for giving us these beautiful glimpses! Theresa
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