Volastra
Discovering the ancient village of Volastra
Hi friends! Today I want to take you to the discovery of Volastra, an ancient village located in the beautiful Ligurian Riviera di levante, in the municipality of Riomaggiore. This fraction is located within the National Park of the Cinque Terre and the "Porto Venere, Cinque Terre and Islands" UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Discovering the vineyard territories of Volastra
One of the main features of Volastra is its wine production. Here, vineyards are cultivated on typical Ligurian dry-stone walled terraces, with the production of the local Sciachetrà wine. Don't know what it is? I suggest you try it as soon as possible!
Monuments and places of interest not to be missed
But now let's move on to the monuments and places of interest that you absolutely must visit if you are in Volastra. The first one is the sanctuary of Our Lady of Health, in Romanesque style and dating back to the 12th century. This place of worship refers to Manarola, one of the Cinque Terre, and is often a destination for pilgrimages.
Master of the Cinque Terre and other useful information
If you are passionate about art, you can't miss a visit to the parish church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria, inside which there are works by the Master of the Cinque Terre, one of the most important artists in the region. Other interesting places to visit are the monument dedicated to the fallen of the First World War and the Museum of Peasant Civilization, where you can discover the daily life of the inhabitants of Volastra and the surrounding area.
External links and conclusion
In conclusion, if you are looking for a quiet and suggestive place to spend your holidays, I suggest you stop in Volastra. You can enjoy the beauty of this locality, taste the typical products of the area, and immerse yourself in the culture and history of Liguria. For more information, visit the website of the municipality of Riomaggiore or the National Park of the Cinque Terre. Bon voyage!
