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A glimpse of via Alessandro Manzoni in Lavagna

Uno scorcio di via Alessandro Manzoni a Lavagna

A glimpse of Via Alessandro Manzoni in Lavagna.
Via Alessandro Manzoni in Lavagna is a place that enchants with its beauty and historical charm. This street, located in the heart of the city, offers visitors a journey through time, among historical buildings and evocative atmospheres.
Walking along Via Manzoni, you can admire the facades of the ancient houses, many of which date back to the 19th century. These buildings, with their unique architectural details, tell stories of a rich and vibrant past. The colored shutters, the flowered balconies and the solid wooden doors contribute to creating a welcoming and picturesque atmosphere.
In conclusion, this glimpse represents a perfect example of how beauty and history can coexist in harmony. It is a place that deserves to be visited and experienced, to fully appreciate the charm of this enchanting Ligurian city.

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Uno scorcio di via Alessandro Manzoni a Lavagna

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A glimpse of via Alessandro Manzoni in Lavagna – Un aperçu de la via Alessandro Manzoni à Lavagna – Un vistazo a via Alessandro Manzoni en Lavagna – Um vislumbre da via Alessandro Manzoni em Lavagna – Ein Blick auf die Via Alessandro Manzoni in Lavagna – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về Alessandro Manzoni ở Lavagna

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The porticoes and the Basilica of Santo Stefano in via XX

I portici e la Basilica di Santo Stefano in via XX a Genova

The porticos and the Basilica of Santo Stefano on Via XX in Genoa.
Via XX Settembre, one of the main arteries of Genoa, is famous for its elegant porticos and the historic Basilica of Santo Stefano. This place is a meeting point between modern architecture and the centuries-old history of the city.
The porticos of Via XX Settembre are a symbol of elegance and functionality. Built in the 19th century, the porticos provide shelter and shade to pedestrians, allowing them to stroll along the street in any weather condition. The imposing columns and neoclassical arches create an atmosphere of grandeur and refinement. Under the porticos, there are luxury boutiques, cafés and historic shops that add to the charm of this iconic street.
Located in the heart of Via XX Settembre, the Basilica of Santo Stefano is an architectural jewel that dates back to the 5th century. The church is a remarkable example of Genoese Romanesque architecture, with its simple yet elegant façade and interior rich in history and art.
The basilica was built on the ruins of an older church and has undergone numerous modifications and restorations over the centuries. The current structure, with its single nave and side chapels, still retains elements of the original Romanesque style. Inside, you can admire frescoes, sculptures and works of sacred art that tell the religious and cultural history of Genoa.
Via XX Settembre and the Basilica of Santo Stefano represent a meeting point between the past and the present of Genoa. The arcades, with their timeless elegance, and the basilica, with its thousand-year history, offer visitors a unique experience of discovery and contemplation.
Walking under the arcades of Via XX Settembre and visiting the Basilica of Santo Stefano is a journey through the history, art and culture of Genoa. These emblematic places are a must for anyone who wants to discover the beating heart of the city.

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I portici e la Basilica di Santo Stefano in via XX a Genova

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The porticoes and the Basilica of Santo Stefano in via XX in Genoa – Les portiques et la basilique de Santo Stefano dans la via XX à Gênes – Los pórticos y la Basílica de Santo Stefano en via XX en Génova – Os pórticos e a Basílica de Santo Stefano na via XX em Génova – Die Portiken und die Basilika Santo Stefano in der Via XX in Genua – Các mái cổng và Vương cung thánh đường Santo Stefano qua XX ở Genoa

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A glimpse of via Dante Alighieri in Lavagna

Uno scorcio di via Dante Alighieri a Lavagna

A glimpse of Via Dante Alighieri in Lavagna.
Hidden among the winding streets of the Ligurian coast, Lavagna is a gem rich in history and charm. At the heart of this enchanting town lies its historic center, a labyrinth of cobbled alleys and historic buildings that tell centuries-old stories. Walking through the historic center of Lavagna is a journey through time, an experience that blends past and present in a fascinating union.
The narrow cobbled alleys of the historic center of Lavagna are an invitation to get lost in the streets and discover hidden treasures. Along the medieval streets, there are historic buildings with fascinating architecture, with colorful facades that tell the story of different eras. The elegant Palazzo Franzoni and Palazzo Podestà are just two of the examples of architecture that can be admired as you venture through the cobbled streets.
In the center of the historic center stands the Basilica of Santo Stefano, an imposing sacred building with a thousand-year history. Founded in the 10th century, the basilica has undergone several interventions over the centuries, but has retained its sacred atmosphere intact. The frescoes, altars and sculptures inside the basilica narrate the religious and artistic history of the region.
Piazza Vittorio Veneto is the beating heart of the historic center of Lavagna. Surrounded by historic buildings, cozy cafes and traditional shops, this square is the ideal place to immerse yourself in the daily life of the city. With its characteristic central well, the square is surrounded by colorful buildings and flower-filled balconies that add a touch of romance to this charming space.
The historic center of Lavagna is much more than a simple collection of ancient buildings; it is a journey through the history, culture and timeless beauty of Liguria. With its cobbled streets and historic buildings, Lavagna offers a tangible testimony to the richness of its heritage. For anyone who wants to explore the authentic Ligurian spirit, the historic center of Lavagna is an essential stop, an unforgettable journey between the textures of the past and the vitality of the present.

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Uno scorcio di via Dante Alighieri a Lavagna

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A glimpse of the street dedicated to Dante Alighieri in the center of Lavagna – Un aperçu de la rue dédiée à Dante Alighieri au centre de Lavagna – Un vistazo a la calle dedicada a Dante Alighieri en el centro de Lavagna – Um vislumbre da rua dedicada a Dante Alighieri no centro de Lavagna – Ein Blick auf die Dante Alighieri gewidmete Straße im Zentrum von Lavagna – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về con đường dành riêng cho Dante Alighieri ở trung tâm Lavagna – 拉瓦尼亚中心但丁·阿利吉耶里专用街道一瞥 – ラヴァーニャの中心部にあるダンテ・アリギエーリに捧げられた通りを垣間見る

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The alley of Chiavari and the plaque for Garibaldi

Il caruggio di Chiavari e la targa per Garibaldi

The alley of Chiavari and the plaque for Garibaldi.
One of the many shots of the views that I like to take when I walk in the alley of Chiavari.
In this case, from the portico, you can see this plaque (perhaps a gravestone) in memory of Giuseppe Garibaldi.
Since it is not possible to read what is written in this photo, I will transcribe it below:

Qui il 5 e 6 settembre 1849
Giuseppe Garibaldi
cittadino chiavarese
eroe dei Due Mondi
era ospitato dal proprio cugino
e fratello del cuore
Alberto Puccio Di Antonio

La Società Economica
proprietaria della casa che fu già
di Emanuele Gonzalez
grande benefattore del popolo
poneva il 29 ottobre 1882

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Il caruggio di Chiavari e la targa per Garibaldi

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Considered by historiography and in the mass culture of the 20th century as the main Italian national hero, he began his travels around the world as an officer of merchant ships, and then became a long-distance captain. His most famous enterprise was the victorious expedition of the Thousand that led to the annexation of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies to the nascent Kingdom of Italy, a central episode in the process of unification of the new nation.
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The alleyway of Chiavari and the plaque for Garibaldi – La ruelle de Chiavari et la plaque pour Garibaldi – El callejón de Chiavari y la placa de Garibaldi – O beco de Chiavari e a placa de Garibaldi – Die Gasse von Chiavari und die Gedenktafel für Garibaldi – Con hẻm Chiavari và tấm biển dành cho Garibaldi – 基亚瓦里的小巷和加里波第的牌匾 – キアーヴァリの路地とガリバルディの銘板
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The porticoes and the motto of Genoa in via XX

I portici ed il motto di Genova in via XX Settembre

The porticos and motto of Genoa in Via XX Settembre.
Via XX Settembre is one of the main arteries of Genoa, famous for its elegant and decorated porticos. These porticos, which extend along a large part of the street, are characterized by mosaic floors and richly decorated ceilings, with elements ranging from neo-Gothic to Art Nouveau style.
An interesting detail is the motto found under one of the neo-Gothic porticos, near the Zara exit. The motto reads: “As the Griffin seizes these, so Genoa tears to pieces its enemies”. This motto, accompanied by a griffin seizing an eagle and a fox, dates back to the ancient Republic of Genoa. The eagle represents imperial authority, while the fox symbolizes Pisa, one of Genoa's main rivals.

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The porticoes and the motto of Genoa in via XX Settembre – Les arcades et la devise de Gênes dans la via XX Settembre – Los soportales y el lema de Génova en via XX Settembre – As arcadas e o lema de Gênova na via XX Settembre – Die Arkaden und das Motto von Genua in der Via XX Settembre – Các mái vòm và phương châm của Genoa qua XX Settembre

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The arcades with black slate floors from Lavagna

I portici dal pavimento in ardesia nera di Lavagna

The arcades with black slate floors from Lavagna
The small village of Lavagna is famous throughout the world for the quality of its black stone, slate, which was quarried in the mountains behind it.
This “black gold” was also used extensively as decoration and as floor tiles.
As in this portico, located in via Dante Alighieri (near the Basilica of Santo Stefano), where the floor is covered with this polished stone.

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I portici dal pavimento in ardesia nera di Lavagna

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Slate (also called Lavagna stone) is a metamorphic rock of sedimentary origin (Metamarna in pumpellyite-actinolite facies). It is a variety of calcareous-clayey schists easily divisible into thin, flat, light, impermeable and weather-resistant sheets, resulting from low-grade metamorphism of sedimentary rocks formed by the deposition of a very fine silt (marl) due to the erosion of ancient reliefs. Slate is a rock classified as soft or semi-hard. It is a compact stone, leaden-black in color and easily workable.
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The arcades with black slate floors from Lavagna – Les portiques au parquet en ardoise noire de Lavagna – Los pórticos con suelo de pizarra negra de Lavagna – Os pórticos com piso de ardósia preta de Lavagna – Die Portiken mit dem schwarzen Schieferboden von Lavagna – Những mái hiên với sàn đá đen của Lavagna
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Uno scorcio dai portici di via XX a Genova

Uno scorcio dai portici di via XX a Genova

Uno scorcio dai portici di via XX a Genova.
Passeggiando in centro a Zena rimango sempre affascinato dai portici bicolori che aprono lo sguardo sui be palazzi che si affaccoano sulla via.
Tutte le volte scatto molte foto che poi, piano piano, centellino qui sul sito!

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Uno scorcio dai portici di via XX a Genova

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What is September 20, the date of the XX Settembre streets? On that day, in 1870, the Italian army took Rome after the breach of Porta Pia: it was the end of the Papal State.
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A view from the arcades of the street called XX Settembre in Genoa – Un aperçu des arcades de la rue XX Settembre à Gênes – Un vistazo a los soportales de la calle XX Settembre de Génova – Um vislumbre das arcadas da rua XX Settembre em Génova – Ein Blick auf die Arkaden der Straße XX Settembre in Genua – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về những mái vòm của con phố mang tên XX Settembre ở Genoa
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L’archivolto su piazza Mazzini da via dei Remolari

L'archivolto su piazza Mazzini da via dei Remolari

L’archivolto sulla piazza dedicata a Mazzini da via dei Remolari a Chiavari.
Una delle vie che ho “scoperto”, fotograficamente parlando, a Chiavari negli ultimi anni è via dei Remolari ed il bell’archivolto di Palazzo Torriglia che separa la via da piazza Mazzini.

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L'archivolto su piazza Mazzini da via dei Remolari

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Dove si trova l’archivolto:

Al piano terra c’era l’albergo della posta dove hanno dormito anche Garibaldi e Manzoni. In questo palazzo c’erano opere d’arte di Genova, di Napoli e Venezia.
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The archivolt on the square dedicated to Mazzini from via dei Remolari in Chiavari – L’archivolte de la place dédiée à Mazzini de via dei Remolari à Chiavari – La arquivolta de la plaza dedicada a Mazzini desde via dei Remolari en Chiavari – A arquivolta na praça dedicada a Mazzini da via dei Remolari em Chiavari – Die Archivolte auf dem Mazzini gewidmeten Platz in der Via dei Remolari in Chiavari – Kho lưu trữ trên quảng trường dành riêng cho Mazzini từ via dei Remolari ở Chiavari – 基亚瓦里 (Chiavari) 雷莫拉里 (via dei Remolari) 广场上献给马志尼 (Mazzini) 的拱门 – キアーヴァリのレモラーリ通りからマッツィーニに捧げられた広場のアーキボルト
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Via Vittorio Veneto in centro a Chiavari

Via Vittorio Veneto in centro a Chiavari

Via Vittorio Veneto in centro a Chiavari.
Il cantro di Chiavari è attraversato da una via rettilinea (caruggio) che è anche la via del passeggio.
Nella parte a Ponente si chiama via Martiri della Liberazione mentre nella parte a Levante si chiama via Vittorio Veneto (che poi volendo prosegue in Corso Dante).
Con il teleobiettivo si scattano foto che in questo caso ho volutamente reso un poco schiacciata ma era per cercare di coprire tutta la via in uno scatto solo.

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Vittorio Veneto is an Italian town of 26,989 inhabitants in the province of Treviso in Veneto. The battle of the same name was fought there during the Great War; the victory of the Italian army over the Austro-Hungarian army resulted in the Austrian surrender and the end of the war.
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The historic center of Chiavari: the beautiful via Vittorio Veneto – Le centre historique de Chiavari : la belle via Vittorio Veneto – El centro histórico de Chiavari: la hermosa via Vittorio Veneto – O centro histórico de Chiavari: a bela via Vittorio Veneto – Das historische Zentrum von Chiavari: die wunderschöne Via Vittorio Veneto – Trung tâm lịch sử của Chiavari: người đẹp qua Vittorio Veneto – 基亚瓦里的历史中心：美丽的维托里奥威尼托大街 – キアーヴァリの歴史的中心部：美しいヴィットリオ・ヴェネト通り
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Portici e palazzi del caruggio di Chiavari

Portici e palazzi del caruggio di Chiavari

Portici e palazzi del caruggio di Chiavari.
Due passi nel centro storico di Chiavari ed ovviamente ho scattato qualche foto.
Mi piacciono le linee degli archi ed i colori dei palazzi!

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Porticoes and buildings of the alley of Chiavari – Portiques et bâtiments de l’allée de Chiavari – Pórticos y edificios del callejón de Chiavari – Pórticos e edifícios do beco de Chiavari – Portiken und Gebäude der Gasse von Chiavari – Những mái cổng và tòa nhà ở ngõ Chiavari