On the Italian trail of a sad diva, Maria Callas

The Grottoes are beautifully preserved Roman ruins. PHOTO: MING E. WONG
New: Gift this subscriber-only story to your friends and family

VERONA, Italy – I usually do not use headphones when I am out and about – it can be dangerous if you do not hear oncoming traffic. I also think that, as a traveller, all of one’s senses should be attuned to the sights, smells and sounds of one’s destination.

But there are exceptions. If you are planning to go to Verona or Lake Garda in Italy, curate a Spotify playlist of the great opera singer Maria Callas. Listen to her arias while walking in her footsteps.

Already a subscriber? 

Read the full story and more at $9.90/month

Get exclusive reports and insights with more than 500 subscriber-only articles every month

Unlock these benefits

  • All subscriber-only content on ST app and straitstimes.com

  • Easy access any time via ST app on 1 mobile device

  • E-paper with 2-week archive so you won't miss out on content that matters to you

Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.