For centuries, Amalfi was the capital of a busy maritime republic in the Mediterranean basin. Over time, its importance as a port diminished and Amalfi became a popular Italian tourist destination. But the city’s history from at least the 7th century to the present got the attention of the United Nations, which gave the Amalfi Coast UNESCO Heritage Site status in 1997. So, if you’re observing United Nations Day today, we’re celebrating with you. This art installation depicting a flock of doves was suspended over the Piazza del Duomo, just outside Saint Andrew’s Cathedral in Amalfi.
Art over Amalfi
Today in History
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Bridge of Hillsborough County
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Bridge of Hillsborough County
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Bridge of Hillsborough County
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75 years of the United Nations
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Bavljenac Island
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Diwali lights in Guwahati, India
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Füzér Castle in the Zemplén Mountains, Hungary
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Bodie State Historic Park, California
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Night view of the RMS Queen Mary, Long Beach, California
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Gazing down on planet Earth
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World Water Day
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Porcupine
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International Whale Shark Day
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Art in the chapel
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Did they forget to fly south?
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Bellissima!
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Winnie-the-Pooh Day
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Museum Mile Festival
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Polar bear capital of the world
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Cherry blossom season in Tokyo
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The migrating monarchs of Michoacán
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World Water Day
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Celebrating Take Your Dog to Work Day
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Fog above the forest
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World Theater Day
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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
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Jerte Valley in bloom
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