Traces of an ancient past in Vagli di Sotto

Vagli di Sotto - There are many tourist attractions in Vagli di Sotto. Every year, in summer, people come to this town in the Garfagnana to admire the splendid landscapes, to experience the emotions of the attraction called Flight of the Angel, or to walk on the suspension bridge. For those who are passionate about ancient civilizations, the municipal administration, in collaboration with ASBUC (Separate Administration of the Assets of Civic Use) has also thought of enhancing the rock carvings of which the rocks above the Campo Catino area are rich.

The road leading to the hermitage of San Viviano was made safe, and by using bioengineering techniques that reduce the environmental impact, routes were created for the use and consumption of visitors. In the itinerary you can admire petroglyphs that date back to 6000 years ago, a sign that the area was populated in ancient times. These signs depict animals, but they are sometimes impossible to decipher. On the other hand, the pinnate, symbol of the territory, a weapon similar to a billhook used by the Ligurian-Apuan peoples is quite recognizable.