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The small and precious town of Pieve is situated at the center of the Paradise Gulf. Its name derives from the ancient word Plebs Saulorum, the first word indicates a union between the people and the church, the second refers to the nearby town of Sori.
In the past the town had an extended boundary that included various towns and it had a great number of inhabitants.
In 19th century writings Pieve was considered to be a rich center of majestic villas and the willingness and laboriousness of its people that were dedicated to agriculture and navigation was noted everywhere.
The fortunate of the town usually depended on the nearby Genoese Republic and in particular from the 13th century onward it underwent various phases from the domination of the first Longobard to the Bishops of Milan.
Pieve has been characterized by various historical events however after the last postwar period Pieve gained its own administrative autonomy that it still maintains today.
Of great artistic importance is the Parish Church of San Michele, restored in the 17th century and the Oratorio of San Antonio Abate that contains a precious triptych and 3 magnificent Baroque crucifixes of inestimable value.
Breathtaking is the view from the promenade in San Croce in the nearby hinterland with its small yet mystical Chapel.
There are many folkloristic and traditional festivals that make the town come to life and they can be enjoyed by tourists in almost any time of the year.
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