In 1816, the town of Vasto experienced a landslide, one of several that would occur over the years, culminating in the major landslide of 1956, which destroyed part of the ancient Roman city and the historic Church of San Pietro. The 1816 event also struck the town’s eastern slope, affecting the stretch from the Porta…
The exterior of Santa Maria Maggiore is irregular, built with rough brick, and contrasts with the artistic elegance of its Neoclassical interior. However, it bears numerous traces of the transformations the grand structure has undergone over time. For this reason, a full tour around the building is essential to truly appreciate its architectural evolution. Starting…
The current Gabriele Rossetti’s House is a 1952 building constructed on the site of Gabriele Rossetti’s birthplace. Initially used as a municipal library, it now serves as a research center and is not open to the public. Its significance lies more in its beautiful location than the historical value of the building itself. However, the…
Corso de Parma, named after Riccio de Parma, a knight of the Disfida di Barletta and a proud native of Vasto, is now part of the city’s main historical axis. This route connects Piazza Rossetti to Palazzo d’Avalos, forming the most prestigious area of Vasto’s historic center. The Corso specifically links Piazza Diomede, where the…