Vacation rentals in Ravenna

After a brief introduction on the mosaic world, basics of techniques and materials, soon you will be able to realize a copy of a Roman mosaic about 18× 18 cm size by using different kind of stones and marbles. You will go through the different phases of mosaic production and assist to the manual cutting of the material with special tools: hardie and hammer. Please note: if the dates you are interested in are not available, please get in touch privately and we'll try to make them work for you. We can offer a pick up service from train station upon request. After each experience the area and tools will be disinfected.

Have you ever wondered how a mosaic is made? Thanks to this tour you will discover any details. I will lead you through the wonder of the stunning early Christian monuments of Ravenna (inscribed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1996), telling you about the characters depicted, the symbols, and the religious politics behind them. I'll let you discover and delve into the unexpected atmosphere. The radiance and colours of the ancient mosaics will allow you to feel how worshippers felt centuries ago. During the tour we'll have the chance to learn more about the techniques and the materials they are made of. *Monuments admission fees are NOT included. **Would you like a tour on a specific date and time? Contact me. Other things to note It is a walking tour. *Monuments admission fees are not included. **Would you like a tour on a specific date and time? Contact me. I would be happy to customize this tour so that it fits your requirements best! ***Customized tours for larger groups are available. Please contact me for details.

Even just a half day visit is enough to enjoy the best of what the astonishing city of Ravenna has to offer. Discover the Early-Christian and Byzantine mosaics of the 5th and 6th centuries and you will be fascinated! Plus a guided walk through the old city centre with a pause and a practical demonstration of mosaic -making technique, enjoying and understanding the enormous history and the quiet rhythm of life in Ravenna Other things to note Admission fee not included

Navigheremo insieme, partendo dall'attracco turistico di Santa Giulia, lungo il Po della Gnocca fino alla sua foce. Osserveremo i canneti lungo il fiume e la fauna presente per poi entrare nella Sacca degli Scardovari. Superato un dedalo di canali e laghetti si approderà sulla spiaggia dei gabbiani per una breve sosta dove potrete ammirare il mare. Ripartiremo, per il ritorno, lambendo l'isola dell'amore e il faro di Gorino fino a rivedere il famoso ponte di barche di Santa Giulia. Altre cose da tenere a mente La durata dell'esperienza è variabile. In caso di condizioni meteo avverse l'esperienza può essere annullata (a discrezione del comandante).

I'll briefly explain the materials of byzantine mosaics, then I will guide you in the creation of a mosaic jewelry base that will then be completed with beads, jump rings, chains or claps to create a unique ready to wear piece, for you or to give a gift. Don't buy a simple souvenir, create your own special "mosaic to wear" ispired by the Galla Placidia sky or by the Teodora brooch! If you don't like jewelry you can make a fantastic mosaic frame. Other things to note We'll be working with glass and it is possible to get a cut. Don't worry we have disinfectant and Band-Aids. If the dates or times listed don't work for you, please let me know, I'll try to accomodate. Studio and tools are disinfected before each experience. I ask you to wear the mask