Pitelli is situated in the hills that surround Spezia, in the direction of Arcola and Lerici. According to tradition, its name comes from "pitti", which means turkeys in the local dialect. It is also possible that it comes from "piti", in reference to a group of ancient celtic warriors.
The current naval establishment is built over the ruins of the former centum clavibus hospice, which was completely worn away by the sea. The 18th century church is dedicated to San Bartolomeo Apostolo.

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La Spezia villages