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Etruscan quarry street
Filename: 4811114.jpg
Size: 4608 x 3456 (13.1MB)
Date: 5th November 2022
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Marco Scataglini/UCG/Universal Images Group
Country: Italy
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Etruscan quarry street
Strada Signorino o Via cava San Antonio. The Signorino road, of Etruscan origin, is a deep path carved into the tuff that winds through the center of the city of Viterbo, in central Italy. In practice it is a Tagliata term used to indicate ancient Etruscan roads, dug deep into the tuffaceous stone, present in the central area of ancient Etruria. Its high walls at the highest points reach up to 12 meters and it is also known as the S. Antonio quarry from an aedicule dedicated to the saint located on one of its walls
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Etruscan Quarry Road Street Viterbo
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the Etruscan quarry street, also known as Strada Signorino or Via cava San Antonio, in the heart of Viterbo, Italy. With its origins dating back to ancient Etruscan times, this deep path carved into the tuffaceous stone represents a fascinating piece of European history. Referred to as a 'Tagliata, ' which denotes ancient Etruscan roads dug deeply into the tuffaceous rock, this particular route winds through the center of Viterbo and offers an immersive experience into the region's rich past. The walls lining this extraordinary road reach impressive heights of up to 12 meters at their highest points. The street is also recognized as S. Antonio quarry due to an aedicule dedicated to Saint Anthony that adorns one of its walls. This religious landmark adds another layer of intrigue and significance to an already remarkable site. As you gaze upon Marco Scataglini's expertly captured image from Universal Images Group (UIG), you can almost feel yourself transported back in time. The sheer scale and craftsmanship involved in creating such a thoroughfare are awe-inspiring, leaving viewers with a sense of wonderment about the ingenuity and determination exhibited by those who came before us. Immerse yourself in this snapshot from history - marvel at the tuffaceous walls that have stood for centuries and appreciate how these ancient streets continue to weave together past and present in beautiful harmony within Viterbo's cityscape.
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