Viareggio is one of the main centers of the Liberty architecture in Italy, alongside cities such as Milan, Rome, Florence, and Palermo.
A beloved tourist destination, the coastal town has historically attracted prominent artists and intellectuals, contributing to the creation of a vibrant cultural scene.
The town's distinctive character is especially due to the talent of painter and ceramist Galileo Chini and engineer Alfred Belluomini, a deep connoisseur of European Art Nouveau trends. Their collaboration gave rise to an original and unmistakable interpretation of the Liberty architecture, characterized by surprising decorative solutions and timeless elegance.
A style that Giacomo Puccini loved and chose for his famous villa in Viareggio, now known as Villino Puccini.
Here is an itinerary to follow on foot or by bicycle, designed to discover these architectural wonders.
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