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Cordonata (Rome)

Italy / Lazio / Rome
 stairs / steps, interesting place

Cordonata (Italian noun, from cordone, meaning "lineal architectonic element which emphasizes a limit") is a sloping road composed of transversal stripes ("cordoni"), which are made with stone or bricks. It has a form almost similar to a flight of steps, but allows the transit of horses and donkeys.The famous Italian cordonata in Rome leading to the Piazza del Campidoglio was designed by Michelangelo.
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Coordinates:   41°53'37"N   12°28'56"E
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