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Cordonata
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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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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