Vado
Hello everyone! Today I want to talk about the many Vado scattered throughout Italy (and beyond), not just as a list, but also to discover the beauty that each one has to offer.
Vado Ligure
Let's start with Vado Ligure, a municipality located in the beautiful province of Savona. This municipality is situated along the coast and is famous for its port, the Port of Vado Ligure, which is one of the major commercial ports of the Ligurian Sea and has great economic importance for the region.
But Vado Ligure isn't just a port- it also has a charming historic center perfect for a stroll, where you can admire ancient churches, including the Church of Sant'Ambrogio, and typical Ligurian houses.
Vado (Monzuno)
Now let's move on to Vado (Monzuno), a hamlet of Monzuno in the metropolitan city of Bologna. This hamlet is located in an excellent position to enjoy nature, as it is situated at the foot of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines.
Here you can go hiking in the mountains and breathe fresh air, but also visit the charming Church of Santa Maria Assunta, located right in the center of Vado.
Vado (Arcevia)
Next, we have Vado (Arcevia), a hamlet of Arcevia in the province of Ancona. Here you can find the beautiful Castle of Vado, once a fortress of the Conti di Vado family.
The castle has been restored and converted into a private residence, but the mighty walls and cylindrical tower are still visible, offering a breathtaking view of the surrounding valley.
Vado (Fossalta di Portogruaro)
The fourth Vado on the list is Vado (Fossalta di Portogruaro), a hamlet of Fossalta di Portogruaro in the Venice metropolitan city. Here you can find the Church of San Vito, which dates back to the 15th century and has a beautiful stone portal.
From here, you can also reach the nearby Foci dello Stella Nature Reserve, where you can admire local fauna and flora.
Vado (Capolona)
Now we come to Vado (Capolona), a hamlet of Capolona in the province of Arezzo. This hamlet is in a strategic position, just a few kilometers from the art cities of Arezzo and Florence.
Here you can take a walk in the Bandella Nature Reserve, a green oasis along the banks of the Arno river, but also visit the imposing Sanctuary of the Madonna del Sasso.
Vado all'Arancio
Let's completely change the type of location and discover Vado all'Arancio, a locality near Cura Nuova, in the municipality of Massa Marittima (Province of Grosseto), where a Vado all'Arancio anthropomorphic stele from the 3rd millennium BC was found in 1955.
Here you can immerse yourself in history and discover together with the stele various archaeological finds dating back to the Bronze Age and Iron Age.
Vado (Camaiore)
Now we go to Vado (Camaiore), a locality (not a hamlet) of Camaiore in the province of Lucca, famous for its necropolis. Here you can visit the Necropolis of Vado, an important archaeological site, and discover the history and culture of the ancient Lucchese population.
You can also take a walk on the beautiful beach of Lido di Camaiore, which is just a few kilometers from Vado.
Vado (Castel San Niccolò)
Next, we have Vado (Castel San Niccolò), a locality of the municipality of Castel San Niccolò in the province of Arezzo. From here, you can admire a beautiful view of the Casentino valley and the surrounding mountains.
You can also visit the small and charming village of Castel San Niccolò, which will immerse you in the history and culture of Tuscany.
Vado (New Mexico)
Now we head over to the USA to discover Vado (New Mexico), a census-designated place in Doña Ana County, New Mexico. Here you will find postcard landscapes, including beautiful surrounding mountains and the Rio Grande.
But it's not just nature, here you can also visit the San Lorenzo Sanctuary, a beautiful church in colonial-Mexican style.
Vado Kitenga
Lastly, we have Vado Kitenga, aka Vado, an Angolan footballer. With his national team, he finished second in the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations.
And so we come to the end of this selection of Vado- I hope I've helped you discover some of the beauties of our country (and beyond)! If you know of any other Vados or have visited one of those mentioned above, write to us and share your experience!
