A glimpse of an alley in Lavagna.
If I'm not mistaken, these are the porticos of Via Dante Alighieri, the street that passes in front of the Basilica of Santo Stefano, very characteristic because the floor is made of slate.
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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 charming town lies its historic center, a maze of cobbled alleys and historic buildings that tell centuries-old stories. One of the most evocative spots is Via Dante Alighieri, a street that runs through the center and offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and architectural beauty of Lavagna.
Walking along Via Dante Alighieri, you can admire the porticoes with black slate floors, which give the street an elegant and timeless atmosphere. This street, which passes in front of the Basilica of Santo Stefano, is animated by several taverns and inns that invite visitors to stop and enjoy the local cuisine.
The facades of the buildings along Via Dante Alighieri are a mix of architectural styles, with details that date back to different historical periods. The colorful shutters, flower-filled balconies and solid wood doors contribute to creating a welcoming and picturesque atmosphere.
Via Dante Alighieri perfectly represents the essence of Lavagna: a place where history and beauty coexist in harmony. It is a corner that deserves to be visited and experienced, to fully appreciate the charm of this enchanting Ligurian city.
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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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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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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 slate floors in the street dedicated to Dante Alighieri in Lavagna.
I really like this part of the town of Lavagna: via Dante Alighieri is the street that cuts through the entire center, passing in front of the Basilica of Santo Stefano.
It has the particularity of having the arcades floor in black slate and, in this precise point (at the intersection with via Alessandro Manzoni), there are several taverns and inns that enliven the street.
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Via Dante Alighieri in Lavagna seen from the roof of the Porticato Brignardello.
I really like taking photos in the area of the Basilica of Santo Stefano in Lavagna. In addition to the splendid churchyard (which I have photographed many times) and the beautiful Brignardello portico, in this shot I photographed the street that passes through the square, via Dante Alighieri, from the terrace that is built above the portico itself.
A new point of view!
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Le belle case in via Dante Alighieri a Lavagna.
In via Dante Alighieri, sulla bella piazza del sagrato della Basilica di Santo Stefano, si affacciano queste belle case colorate con, al pian terreno, degli altrettanto splendidi portici.
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