The arcades of Piazza Roma in Chiavari
The arcades of Piazza Roma in Chiavari.
When I took this photo, I was walking through Chiavari during a quiet moment of the day, with soft light filtering through the arches and creating gentle shadows on the ground. The arcades of Piazza Roma are less famous than those of the Carrugio Dritto, but precisely for this reason I felt drawn to stop and observe them more carefully.
Walking under these columns gave me the impression of entering a different rhythm of the city, quieter and more everyday. Chiavari is well known for its historic center and its continuous arcades, but most attention usually goes to the main streets, while other areas, less celebrated, still hold a clear identity.
What struck me most in this case was the regular rhythm of the arches and the way perspective naturally guides the eye along the row of arcades. There is nothing particularly monumental here, but that simplicity is exactly what makes the scene interesting to photograph. The side light changes everything, creating subtle contrasts that add depth.
The arcades of Chiavari are one of the city’s most distinctive features, originally built for practical reasons such as shelter from rain and sun, but over time they have become an essential part of the urban identity. Piazza Roma, in particular, shows a more modern side compared to the historic center, yet it still preserves that continuous architectural line that connects the whole town.
Looking at the photo again, I realize I’m especially drawn to this quieter version of Chiavari, less photographed but still authentic. It offers a different way of reading the city, beyond its most iconic spots.
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Photo taken with Canon EOS M100 and lens Canon EF-S 10-18.
Porticoes of Piazza Roma in Chiavari – Arcades de la Piazza Roma à Chiavari – Pórticos de la Piazza Roma en Chiavari – Pórticos da Piazza Roma em Chiavari – Arkaden der Piazza Roma in Chiavari – Hành lang Piazza Roma ở Chiavari – 基亚瓦里罗马广场的拱廊 – キアヴァリのローマ広場の回廊
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