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Between the coast and the relief of the Apuan Alps, Pietrasanta<\/strong> is a very chic village, a “city of marble” where craftsmen have been working this material for centuries. It is a town that dates back to the Middle Ages, designated as the capital of Versilia. It is also called the “Little Athens” because today there are many sculptors and artists of international renown, among the best, such as Botero and Mitoraj who settled here, worked and left works adorning squares and streets.
Its historic centre is very elegant, decorated with contemporary sculptures, with its luxury shops, art galleries, wine bars and chic restaurants.<\/p>\n

What to see in Pietrasanta<\/h2>\n

Today, Pietrasanta is an open-air museum with a flourishing artistic life, adorned with numerous temporary installations and contemporary sculptures of quality such as the Warrior <\/em>by Botero and the Centaur<\/em> and the Annunciation <\/em><\/em>by Mitoraj, and its many art galleries. <\/em><\/em>The Studio Cervietti<\/strong> is reminiscent of the marble workshop in Pietrasanta.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Piazza Duomo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n

Piazza Duomo<\/h3>\n

Piazza Duomo<\/strong> is the central square of the village, ideal for relaxing and having a drink, surrounded by its beautiful buildings such as the remarkable Collegiate Cathedral of San Martino<\/strong> with its bell tower, the Clock Tower, the Archaeological Museum, the Pretorio Palace, the Municipal Theatre and the former Church of Sant’Agostino<\/strong> with its cloister. It houses the interesting Museum of Sketches with 700 plaster models of sculptures.<\/p>\n

Pietrasanta Cathedral<\/h3>\n

Also known as the Collegiate Church of San Martino<\/strong>, the cathedral dates back to the 13th century with its marble-covered exterior and rose window on the fa\u00e7ade. It retains a 17th century marble pulpit and 19th century frescoes. The never completed bell tower dates back to the 16th century with its exposed bricks.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Piazza Duomo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Cathedral<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n

Oratory of San Giacinto<\/h3>\n

The oratory of San Giacinto<\/strong> preserves two remarkable baptismal fonts, one superb 1389 with its hexagonal basin and reliefs that represent virtues. The other is from the 16th century.<\/p>\n

Church of San Francesco<\/h3>\n

The San Francesco church<\/strong> with its 16th-century convent, retains its cloister. The loggia dates back to the 17th century. It preserves various works of art including the altarpiece with Saint Louis, King of France and Saints Francis of Paola and Elisabeth of Hungary by Anton Domenico Gabbiani. In front of the church is Saint Francis in bronze by the American sculptor Harry Marinsky.<\/p>\n

Archaeological Museum<\/h3>\n

Housed in the Moroni Palace, the Archaeological Museum<\/strong> collects archaeological pieces from the territory ranging from prehistory to the Middle Ages including a section on the Etruscan period, the Roman period and the medieval period (including wares, amphora, ceramics, coins, urns and sarcophagi).<\/p>\n

Sketch Museum<\/h3>\n

The Museum of Sketches<\/strong> has more than 700 sketches, models and drawings of sculptures made by 350 Italian and foreign artists. It also offers activities and workshops for children.<\/p>\n

Rocca di Sala<\/h3>\n

From the Rocca Ghibellina<\/strong> (or Rocca di Sala), the medieval remains of the castle that dominate Piazza Duomo, you have a beautiful view of Pietrasanta. You can reach it by a short trail in a few minutes.<\/p>\n

Via Mazzini<\/h3>\n

Via Mazzini, the “Via di Mezzo”, is the richest in shops, with its entrance on Piazza Crispi the contemporary monumental frame Peace Frame of the American Nall.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Rocchetta Arrighina<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Sant’Agostino<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Sant’Agostino<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Sant’Agostino<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Sant’Agostino<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Cloister of Sant’Agostino<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Via del Teatro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n

Marina di Pietrasanta<\/h3>\n

On the coast, Marina di Pietrasanta<\/strong> is an elegant resort with beautiful sandy beaches and establishments, bars and restaurants. The Versilia pietrasso park is a beautiful green area with trees where you can walk or attend summer festivals.<\/p>\n

Valdicastello<\/h3>\n

Valdicastello Carducci<\/strong> is a beautiful medieval complex dating back to the Middle Ages with the Castle of Monteggiori, which preserves the church of Santa Maria Assunta and San Giuseppe, the church of Santa Maria, or the birthplace of Giosu\u00e8 Carducci.<\/p>\n

Proposals of visits and activities<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Where is Pietrasanta, map<\/h2>\n
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Sources and links<\/h2>\n