Ortonovo

Ortonovo is a frazione (borough) in the comune of Luni in the Province of La Spezia, Liguria, north-western Italy. It is located about 100 km (62 mi) southeast of Genoa and about 20 km (12 mi) east of La Spezia.

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Until April 2017 it was the name of the commune including both Ortonovo and Luni.

Main sights

The ancient town is surrounded by a line of walls with two entrances. In the central square is the Guinigi Tower, today the campanile of the church of St. Lawrence (17th century) but once connected to a now disappeared castle. Other sights include:

• Church of Sts. Lawrence and Martin (17th century)
• Sanctuary of Mirteto (16th century)
• Castle of Volpiglione

44°05′22″N 10°03′13″E