When Somewhere In Northern Italy.com was close to hitting the count of 9,000 visitors I thought it would be nice to write a note of appreciation to all of you and post it when we hit the magical 10,000. But I missed that because the visitors just kept flowing. And all-of-a-sudden I found myself looking at the stats amazed and overjoyed, now approaching 12,000 hits. … Continue reading Just a “Thank you!” note
When I’ve first told the mayor of Moscazzano, Gianluca Savoldi about my visit, neither of us knew that weeks later signor Francesco will be so kind to take our photos on the lawn in the front of the “Call Me By Your Name” villa. The villa that in Luca Guadagnino’s film serves as the home of the Perlmans and takes us back in time to … Continue reading Moscazzano – Palazzo Albergoni
My visits to Moscazzano were not only about the Villa Albergoni. I enjoyed spending some time with the young mayor of the commune, Gianluca Savoldi who told me about his love for his hometown and the history of the place. He proudly mentioned the name of the famous Italian engineer, Arturo Caprotti who was born in Moscazzano in 1881. In 1921 the first steam locomotive … Continue reading Moscazzano – beyond the villa
Reviving Elio’s and Oliver’s bike rides in Cremona was not only enjoyable but unforgettable. 120 kilometers by bike, the blue-yellow-green painting around me, awesome people, stunning adventures and sights… Here are some of the best moments from the well known locations of the film. Continue reading “Andiamo, Americano!”
It just takes a few minutes walk or a short bike ride from the Albergoni Villa of Moscazzano, known as the Perlmans’ house to get to Montodine. It is mentioned at the breakfast table when Elio comes up with the idea to take Oliver there to open a bank account. However we won’t see them go to Montodine until the very last day. Then we … Continue reading Montodine – “Later, Perlmans!”
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