GENOVA
Genova ( Liguria Region)
Genova Capital of Liguria Birthplace of Cristoforo Colombo Location where Marco Polo was imprisoned Largest seaport in all of Italy “La superba” = the proud one
Via Garibaldi Located in the historical center Contains Palazzi dei Rolli – Palazzo Rosso most important picture galleries of the city Giuseppe Garibaldi, leader of the red shirts who worked to conquest southern italy
Duomo di Geova Cattedrale Metropolitana di San Lorenzo Located in Piazza San Lorenzo
The Royal Palace Palazzo Reale Via Balbi ( cross Via Garibaldi) Major Palace open for visitors to see paintings, old furniture, and decoration of Balbi family
Lanterna City’s lighthouse Used for the port Important symbol and landmark for Genova Located at Rampa della Lanterna
Piazza dei Ferrari City’s main square Situated in the heart of the city (between the historical center & modern center) Known for its fountain Opera house and Doge’s palace
Boccadasse Big tourist attraction Known for its multicolored boats Great gelato Located in Corso Italia