Absence, Attilio Bertolucci, 1929

May 13th, 2026 | |

"Absence,
more acute presence.

Vague thought of you
vague memories
they disturb the calm hour
and the sweet sun.
Chest pain
takes you,
like a stone
light."

Attilio Bertolucci, Absence, Sirius, 1929

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LAKES OF COMPIONE in the Parma Apennines, two pretty little lakes that shine on the Emilian side of the ridge of theAppennino Tosco-Emiliano.
Wild blueberries in the Apennines: spontaneous growth that are natural antioxidants, protect eyesight and have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects.
Alpine pasture pools in the Apennines, the Parco dei Cento Laghi It owes its name to these lakes. Discover other local curiosities at visitmonchiodellecorti.it
The beginning of the mountain pasture in Monchio delle Corti: the shepherds take their sheep to high altitudes to feed on wild herbs, thus improving the quality of their milk and cheeses.
May 24 - European Parks Day 2025. Visit our website www.visitmonchiodellecorti.it and discover the beauty of the area.
May 22 - World Biodiversity Day. Visit our website www.visitmonchiodellecorti.it and discover the beauty of the area.
"Convalescent. Your sweet sound, after dark and silent days, still lives..." Visit Visitmonchiodellecorti.it to read the entire poem by Attilio Bertolucci.
LAKE VERDAROLO, its lakebed is filled with aquatic plants that give it a unique color. Keep following us to learn all about our area and visit the dedicated page.