Most complete video guide, video tour, showing the city of GENOVA (GENOA) in Liguria, Italy
One of the most beautiful cities in Italy:
Genoa, known as Genova in Italian, is a city with a rich history and vibrant culture. It’s located on the Ligurian Sea and is renowned for its maritime heritage, medieval quarter, and a blend of old-world charm and modern flair. The city is also famous for being the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. However when he was born it was a City State and actually he was born very near from Old Genova city. Genoa offers stunning panoramic views from various points, such as the Spianata Castelletto and the terrace of Righi. It’s a destination that offers genuine Italian encounters and is well worth exploring for those seeking to experience Italy’s narrative through its cities.
10 unique things of Genova:
1. The oldest still in use lighthouse of the world
2. The Relics of St. John the Baptist
3. The Holy Last Supper bowl (Grail?)
4. The plate that carried the head of St. John the Baptist
5. The first Cross of St. George flag was born here, then adopted by many states and places
6. Paganini's favorite violin (Paganini was born here)
7. The prison where Marco Polo wrote the book of his voyages: St. George palace
8. Born place of Mazzini (father of Italian unity)
9. Born place of both the writer and the composer of the Italian national anthem
10. The main Garibaldi expedition to win the Italian unity sailed from here
Columbus was born under the Genova Republic in a village near the city
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