Monday, January 3, 2022

"The Bridge" in Ticino featured now in Windows 10 Spotlight


Ponte dei Salti bridge in Lavertezzo, Switzerland

This town in southern Switzerland was first mentioned in the historical record in 1327 as Laverteze. We don't know if the emerald green waters of the Verzasca River are mentioned, but we do know there was no reference to the striking double-arch bridge that rises above the river. That's because it wasn't built until the 17th century. Since then, the Ponte dei Salti bridge has become such a beloved symbol of Lavertezzo that it's been carefully maintained and restored rather than replaced with a new design. Ponte dei Salti translates to Jump Bridge, and some folks take that literally, diving from the span into the crystal-clear water below—although we'd recommend a safer approach from the river's wide banks.

 

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Lavertezzo

Lavertezzo is a municipality in the district of Locarno in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland.

 

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It always makes all of the travel guides and magazines of Ticino. The double arch stone bridge at Ponte dei Salti has long held a fascination with travelers; an example of rural engineering genius. The double arch stone bridge was built in the 17th century and is one of the most distinctive sights in the village.

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