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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Daylight saving time
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Look to the north sky tonight for the Perseids
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Native American Heritage Month
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Vermilion Cliffs National Monument
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The Cordillera de la Sal in the Cordillera Domeyko Range of Chile
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Go Fly a Kite Day
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World Jellyfish Day
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La Rocque Harbour, Island of Jersey
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Victory in Europe, 75 years ago
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International Zebra Day
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National Garden Week begins today
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Vieste, Apulia, Italy
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Find a Rainbow Day
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Hemingway’s Keys
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An island for the birds
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Freeze frame
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Celebrating the Day of the Dead
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