Campelli
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Coordinates: 45°56′40″N 9°27′56″E / 45.9445°N 9.4655°E |
Campelli is a hamlet located near Piani di Bobbio, in the municipality of Barzio, in the province of Lecco, Lombardy, Italy.
Geography[change | change source]
Campelli is in the northern part of the Prealpi Orobie, southeast of Lake Como.
History[change | change source]
The history of Campelli is closely linked to its location in the Lombard mountains. Until the 19th century, Campelli was a small village of shepherds and farmers.
Landmarks and places of interest[change | change source]
Among the main landmarks of Campelli is the Church of San Giovanni Battista, dating back to the 16th century, which preserves valuable works of sacred art inside.
Tourism[change | change source]
Campelli is a popular tourist destination for its natural beauty and outdoor activities, such as hiking, alpine skiing, and mountain biking.
Transportation[change | change source]
Campelli can be reached via panoramic roads that cross the surrounding mountains. It is also served by a bus service connecting it to the center of Barzio.
Bibliography[change | change source]
- Bettini, A. (2008). Le Alpi Lombarde: storie di paesi, valli e montagne. Macchione Editore. ISBN 9788883403481
- Boselli, G. (2015). Le Prealpi Bergamasche e Leccesi: escursioni, natura, storia. Versante Sud. ISBN 9788888774576
- Frigerio, L. (2003). Barzio e i suoi luoghi. Edizioni Profilgraf. ISBN 9788887453314
- Rossi, M. (2010). Storia della Valle d'Intelvi. Nuove Edizioni Colombari. ISBN 9788889405098