City San Bernardino Mesolcina Calanca
Rossa


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The northernmost and largest municipality in the Calanca valley that embraces the hamlets of Santa Domenica and Augio.
Description
There are numerous places of worship and buildings of Walser influence in the area. Sacred images frescoed on the facades of houses and stables, chapels and oratories scattered almost everywhere, offering various cultural opportunities for leisure. The church of S. Bernardo XVII century, exhibits the columns of fake marble (made of stucco), excellent workmanship and such as to be confused with the originals.
The paths towards the Alps and towards the passes that connect the Calanca to the neighboring valleys characterize the countless destinations that can be reached. Ideal for walking, skiing, sport fishing, immersing yourself in nature and unspoilt air, 30 minutes from Bellinzona.
Augio (hamlet)
it is distinguished by the beautiful waterfall (250 m) typical houses and a hotel, evoking the fortunes of immigrants to France, Holland and Germany.
Santa Domenica (hamlet)
It houses the religious building of the same name from the Baroque period, one of the most important in Graubünden, which dates back to 1414.
In addition, the Salan chapel is also a small architectural jewel dating back to the seventeenth century.
Contact
Rossa
6548 Rossa
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