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Culture of Aosta. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
Aosta is famous for its magnificent castles and old mansions. There are still many historical buildings in the territory of the city, so no wonder why so many tourists wish to explore it. The Arch of Augustus is an important excursion object of the city. The arch was built from giant blocks yet in 25 B.C.E. The height of the monument is 11.4 meters. In the 14th century, the arch was fully restored and a new protective facility appeared there. Currently, an arbalester corps is located there.
As a famous ski resort, Aosta is well-known for its luxury hotels and wide specter of services and entertainments. The town is divided into three independent districts with each of them … 
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In Aosta, tourists with children will have the opportunity to set up an interesting active holiday. A great place for hiking and exploring will be Gran Paradiso National park. It is located … Open
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The Cathedral mentioned above is, without a doubt, one of the most important religious landmarks of the region. The building that tourists can see these days was built in the 11th century. Until that time, a beautiful church stood on the site of the cathedral. Inside, the building is as gorgeous and interesting to explore as outside. The cathedral exhibits priceless religious artifacts, and its windows are decorated by skillfully made stained-glass windows that date back to the 15th century.
Perhaps, fontina cheese remains the most popular delicacy that tourists can try in Aosta. According to many travelers, the cheese tastes excellent. Various meat delicacies are also popular … Open
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A beautiful architectural monument of the 12th century is Castello di Quart. The castle has long become a hallmark of the city, and the reason for this can be understood because it really amazes anyone from the very first glance at it. Going inside, you can find a beautiful courtyard and the original chapel. The views from here will incredibly touch even the most sophisticated tourist, which means you should definitely take a camera with you. Another prominent attraction, which is worth a priori visit, is Porta Pretoria. This is the realest gateway to the city, and they should definitely be passed through so that the city “approves” your acquaintance with it. They are perfectly preserved, and their particularity is that there are three passageways here: two archways are for passengers, and the central plaza is for carts.
Local people follow many interesting traditions. Their habits and attitude to some spheres of life can look quite unusual for tourists. For example, wine is a traditional national drink in … Open
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That notwithstanding, the most mysterious place in Aosta is Criptoportico Forense. This is a horseshoe-shaped indoor gallery situated next to Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta e San Giovanni Battista. Ancient drawings that can be seen here bring about thrill and delight. The place itself evokes ambiguous emotions as it is both eerie and pleasant at the same time. You can feel the spirit of those times – Criptoportico Forense was built in the times of ancient Rome. The place will impress you not only with its scale and sensations, but also with its excellent preservation. You will be glad to note that you do not need to pay a dime in order to visit this place.
Aosta never ceases to attract fans of alpine skiing. Local trails are comfortable and suitable for both beginner sportsmen and experienced skiers. There are several skiing schools in the … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Aosta and surroundings
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Map of all palaces
Public palaces near Aosta
♥ Palace 'Royal Palace of Turin' Torino, 79.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Palazzo Carignano' Torino, 79.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Castello del Valentino' Torino, 81.3 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Aosta
♥ Santuario-Basilica della Madonna Nera di Oropa, Sacro Monte di Oropa, 53.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cathédrale Notre-Dame du Glarier, Sion, 55.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilique Notre-Dame de Valère, Sion, 55.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilique de Saint-Maurice, Saint-Maurice, 58.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Abbazia dei Ss. Pietro e Andrea di Novalesa, San Pietro, 66.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cattedrale di S. Giusto, Susa, 69.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Sacra di San Michele, Sant’Ambrogio di Torino, 71.1 km from the center. On the map
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Aosta
Landmarks of culture on Aosta map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Aosta. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Aosta: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Aosta. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
