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What to see in Genoa: 8 of the most interesting places. Part II

In the first part of the post What to see in Genoa: 8 of the most interesting places we already managed to find out some of the sights of Genoa. However, already traditionally, BlogoItaliano leaves all the “cream” for the second part. So, today we look at the four places that seemed to us in Genoa most worth visiting.

Galata (Galata) - The Maritime Museum of Genoa - is one of the largest museums in the Mediterranean dedicated to this subject. Its exposition is so rich that it allows you to completely plunge into the history of man’s relationship with the sea, presented through the prism of the history of Genoa and its port from the early Middle Ages.

No. 4 Maritime Museum of Genoa - Galata

The Maritime Museum of Genoa spreads over an area of ​​10,000 square meters, and its exhibits are so skillfully arranged that the whole history of navigation is revealed before the eyes of visitors. Reconstructions of medieval shipyards, sound and visual effects and multimedia presentations are an integral part of the exhibition. also in Genoa Maritime Museum An extensive collection of nautical charts, antique weapons, atlases and paintings is presented.

Near Galata moored Italy's largest submarine - l'S518 Nazario Sauro. It is also a museum and is definitely worth a visit.

No. 3 Cathedral of San Lorenzo in Genoa

Among the cathedrals and churches of Genoa, the magnificent Cathedral of San Lorenzo (Cattedrale di San Lorenzo), built in 1098 with the money received by the Genoese fleet during the Crusades, is particularly notable.

In 1118, the Cathedral of San Lorenzo was consecrated by Gelasius II, and in 1133 he was assigned archbishopric status. The most valuable for tourists are Treasure Museum (Museo del Tesoro) and Museum of Diocesano (Museo Diocesano). The Treasure Museum houses a magnificent collection of silverware and jewelry. Among the exhibits there are products made back in the 9th century AD, but the Sacred Chalice, which Guglielmo Embriaco brought after Caesarea’s conquest, is considered the pearl of the collection. Many parishioners believe that this is the Grail. Cathedral of San Lorenzo also became a haven for the relics of St. John the Baptist - the patron saint of the city.

No. 2 Ferrari Square

Piazza De Ferrari is the central square of Genoa and is considered the most beautiful and popular in the city. Previously, the square was known as San Domenico, but was later renamed in honor of the Duke Rafael de Ferrari - a famous diplomat, philanthropist and generous philanthropist. Ferrari Square It is surrounded by numerous monuments that also deserve special attention. Here are: Doge's Palace, the Carlo Felice Theater, the monument to Giuseppe Garibaldi, the magnificent Ligurian Academy of Fine Arts, the Palazzo della Borsa, as well as the Art Nouveau building, but unfortunately closed to visitors, the Ducal Palace.

Ferrari Square - the central square of Genoa

Three main streets converge towards Ferrari Square: via Roma, September 20th Street and Dante, leading to the eponymous square and the Columbus House. In the old days there was a church of St. Dominica is the oldest and richest church in Genoa, in honor of which the square got its former name. In 1828, the square was reconstructed by the famous Genoese architect C. Barabino, as a result of which the old buildings were demolished, and the Ferrari square itself became the new center of the city. Now it is a traditional venue for all cultural events, concerts and theatrical performances.

No. 1 Aquarium of Genoa

The aquarium of Genoa is considered the largest such structure in Europe. It is located in the urban pedestrian zone of Porto Antico and is one of main attractions of Genoa. More than 800 species of marine life and about 10,000 different fish, reptiles and aquatic mammals live in 70 pools and aquariums. And in nineteen outdoor pools, you can even touch the marine inhabitants, which causes special delight among visitors. Open aquariums are located on the ship "Grande Nave Blu".

Genoese Biosphere

Aquarium of genoa developed a special program for children and adolescents, which through the game helps children learn more about life in the deep sea.

On the territory of the Aquarium, a shelter for marine animals in distress, and the Biosphere, in which pictures from the life of the Amazonian forests with their exotic flora and fauna, are also worth noting.

Watch the video: ITALY: EXPLORING GENOA GENOVA, top attractions and PLACES TO AVOID (November 2024).

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