Archaeological Museum
MUSEO CIVICO PREISTORICO DELL’ISOLINO VIRGINIA
Biandronno (VA)
included Isolino Virginia is located a few metres from the western shore of Lake Varese, in the municipality of Biandronno. The island is the oldest prehistoric pile-dwelling settlement in the Alps and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Isolino Virginia is the oldest pile-dwelling settlement in the Alps and has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 27 June 2011, within the serial site Prehistoric pile-dwelling sites in the Alps. Extraordinary wooden structures have emerged along its banks, including flooring dating from 4840-4710 BC.
Archaeological investigations have revealed exceptional stratigraphic sequences, contributing significantly to our knowledge of early prehistoric settlements in the Alpine area.
The archaeological area is freely accessible and includes:
- a outdoor learning path;
- the Museum Andrea Pontiowned by the Municipality of Varese, which introduces and deepens the contents of the visit to the Isolino.
A space for outdoor educational activities and a restaurant complete the offer.
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