Auditorium Oscar Niemeyer

It's not standing the test of time...

The idea of such a modernist building in this most traditional of settings is controversial enough - but if you're going to commit to it, surely it should be built to last? The irony of visiting the s...

Stunning views and reflections

Last stop of the day in Ravello. Back through the tunnel, down the stairs. It's not easy to miss ! You'll either love it or hate it. I loved it. Unfortunately closed when I was there but as you appr...

Ô sole mio

Part of the Ravello Spring Concert serie, we had a fabulous evening in a fantastic amphitheatre. The local troupe, from Napoli, was very good, especially the soprano, Clementina Regina. We were surpri...

Spectacular

This is a truly spectacular building on the slopes of Ravello. It was not a modern Oscar Niemeyer building I had expected after visiting the old city.

Eyesore on a beautiful skyline

The Niemeyer was not open when we visited Ravello for three days last week (13-15 September) but I was intrigued to see it because any searches I did before flying to Ravello spoke only of the buildin...