Guide of Genoa

Genoa is a city where history can be found among the ancient buildings on its streets. It is a port city full of contradictions, between light and shadow, wealth and poverty. The city of Genoa is waiting to be discovered, just stroll through the narrow streets - the carruggi - that remain intact since the last century.

History

Genoa is a city that stands out for its strong character, in times of invasion the city has always been able to gain strength and fight for its independence and in the Middle Ages the Republic of Genoa was born and lasted for eight centuries. In 1800 it was forced to annex itself to the Napoleonic empire, and later in 1814, it was occupied by the English navy, who formed a provisional government here. In the mid-1800s it was besieged by the troops of the Savoy.

Places to see

The historic centre of Genoa is very densely packed with historic buildings dating back to the Middle Ages and even more recent Baroque buildings. The lighthouse is the symbol of the city and is known as the Laterna, it rises from the sea about 115 meters high. Do not miss the fountain of Piazza de Ferrari which was the hub of the social life in the past. The village of Boccadasse is also worth a visit, it's a picturesque seaside village where you can experience the fishing traditions. There are many churches to admire in the city of Genoa, the Basilica of San Siro, the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, the Basilica of Santa Maria delle Vigne and many other religious buildings. Genoa is home to the third largest aquarium in Europe.

Beaches

Sturla beach is great for groups and there are several small coves along this free beach that has a beautiful view. Boccadasse beach is not far from the city centre, enjoy the beautiful landscape with pastel-coloured houses surrounding the beach. The sea water here is not the best but the atmosphere is worth experiencing. Close to Genoa is Camogli, a small pebble beach with crystal clear water. If you're looking for a white sand beach and breathtaking sea try the Bay of the Saracens in Varigotti.