Discover Tavole: Churches, Sanctuaries and Highland Landscapes

Tavole brings together church art, hilltop sanctuaries, small hamlets and the pass setting at Passo di Tavole to create a multifaceted picture of the village. If you want to understand Italy not only through its well-known centres, but also through regional history and landscape, here you will encounter tangible evidence of art, religious tradition and the upper Val Prino.

Churches and Art in Tavole

The Church of Santissima Annunziata in Tavole houses an altarpiece by Agostino Casanova depicting the Madonna del Soccorso. The work was created in 1575 and gives the village a clear art-historical significance. The parish church of Tavole also leads into another era: it is a Baroque work attributed to the architect Giacomo Filippo Marvaldi, who lived from 1673 to 1743. Together, the two churches represent different forms of expression within the history of the village.

Sanctuaries in the Hills

The Santa Marta Sanctuary stands in the hills of Tavole at an altitude of 700 metres. Another site is the Madonna del Piano Sanctuary, which stands on the plateau from which it takes its name. From Madonna del Piano, there is a view towards the coast of Imperia and the headland of Porto Maurizio. For your travel planning, this results in two different facets: Santa Marta represents the high-altitude setting, while Madonna del Piano additionally offers wide views across the coast and headland.

Hamlets, Oratories and Passes

At the entrance to Tavole lies the hamlet of Villa, also known as Villa Oreggi, with an oratory dedicated to Saint Carlo Borromeo. In the higher-lying hamlet of Novelli is the Oratorio di San Rocco, while the higher-lying hamlet of Revelli is home to the Oratorio di San Benedetto Revelli.

The characteristic Pistuna Chapel also stands at Passo di Tavole. The sanctuaries, oratories and Pistuna Chapel are spread across the hills, hamlets and pass area around Tavole.

From Val Prino to Monte Moro

According to folk tradition, the name Tavole is connected with the rich timber production of the upper Val Prino. The wood was transported along the watercourse of the same name to the shipyards of Porto Maurizio. This tradition broadens the perspective on Tavole by adding an economic and landscape connection that extends beyond the religious buildings. Monte Moro can also be reached from Passo Tavole, meaning that the hills around the village also play a role for those interested in excursions.

Museum in the Surrounding Area

The Historical Institute for the Resistance Museum is located in the vicinity of Tavole. Those who would like to include the history of the Resistance in their trip alongside churches, sanctuaries and landscapes will find another specific cultural theme in the area around the village.

Other Places in the Surrounding Region

For further orientation, you can also explore Borgo D'oneglia, Vallebona, Berzi, Moltedo, Taggia, Diano Marina, Civezza and Cesio.

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