Hello dearest friends!
Even though today I wanted to share some photos I took yesterday, I realized I still have quite a bit of material to share with you from my explorations over the past months. And, much to my delight, I noticed that I returned to Bedizzano, a hamlet in the municipality of Carrara in Tuscany.
So, with this post, I want to take you with me on this journey, this exploration that I did, always hoping to bring you joy by introducing you to new places, which in this case are also less touristy.
Bedizzano, like many other places I've shown you, is located at the foot of the Apuan Alps on the northern side of Monte Brugiana. Naturally, this village, like others I've shared with you, has very ancient origins, dating back to Roman times. However, it was probably during the medieval period that the village reached its peak, thanks to the Malaspina family.
As usual, I explored this place on foot, and I noticed that, fortunately, the local shops still exist here—those historic shops that, sadly, in many parts of Italy no longer exist, having been replaced by the more typical shopping centers.
I got lost in these streets, which, as you know well and have likely seen several times in my posts, are truly labyrinthine. I believe only the locals know how to navigate their way in and out of these winding streets.
As always, I came across a monument dedicated to the fallen soldiers of various wars, something that is never missing in these towns, especially in Tuscany.
I then entered the Church of St. Genesius the Martyr, located right in Piazza della Costituzione, the main square of the village. Luckily, I found it open and was able to visit the interior, where I discovered several interesting altarpieces.
As you can see from the photos I shared, the alleys between the houses are incredibly narrow. If you need to drive through, you'd have to use a very small car.
One thing I noticed is that on the facades of some homes, there are small artworks called Maestà, which are small artistic pieces made from Carrara marble. The marble quarries are located nearby. Like in other villages I’ve shown you, there are truly fascinating views here, and I got lost again, taking in everything this place has to offer.
Of course, while I'm showing you the village, the surrounding area is full of trails that wind through the forests and mountains, offering breathtaking views of the nearby valleys and a chance to connect with nature. So, these places are not only suitable for those who love art history but also for nature enthusiasts.
I hope you enjoyed the photos I shared. As always, I'm happy to have introduced you to another less touristy place in Tuscany, which I think is very important and beautiful. See you in my next post, and I wish you all a wonderful day!
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