Cordonata
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cordonata in Rome, leading from Piazza d'Aracoeli to Piazza del Campidoglio The cordonata (Italian word, from cordone, which in architecture means "linear element which emphasizes a limit") is a sloping road interrupted at regular distances by low (8-10 cm) steps in the form of transversal stripes (cordoni) made of stone or bricks. It has a form almost similar to a flight of steps, but allows the transit of horses and donkeys. Famous Italian cordonate in Rome: * Cordonata Capitolina leading from Piazza d'Aracoeli to Piazza del Campidoglio, designed and built by Giacomo della Porta in 1581–82 after Michelangelo's plans * Via della Cordonata leading to the Piazza del Quirinale.
cordonata in Rome, leading from Piazza d'Aracoeli to Piazza del Campidoglio]] The cordonata (Italian word, from cordone, which in architecture means "linear element which emphasizes a limit") is a sloping road interrupted at regular distances by low (8-10 cm) steps in the form of transversal stripes (cordoni) made of stone or bricks. It has a form almost similar to a flight of steps, but allows the transit of horses and donkeys. Famous Italian cordonate in Rome: Cordonata Capitolina leading from Piazza d'Aracoeli to Piazza del Campidoglio, designed and built by Giacomo della Porta in 1581–82 after Michelangelo's plans Via della Cordonata leading to the Piazza del Quirinale.
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