Historic Miramare As Michael and I made our way back to the cruise ship, a stunning display of architecture caught my eye. Up on a hill, just above Genova Principe railway station and a short distance from Palazzo del Principe, (once owned by Andrea Doria, who was considered one of the best admirals of Renaissance…
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Genoa, Italy – Boxing Day – Porta Soprana & Towers Of Sant’Andrea
Michael and I stumbled upon Porta Soprana, the most popular gate of the ancient Walls of Genoa. These imposing 12th-century stone gates served as the main eastern entrance to the city and a prominent feature of the ancient Barbarossa Walls. S, 🇮🇹
Genoa, Italy – Boxing Day – Genoa Cathedral
Piazza San Lorenzo – Genoa Cathedral Located in the Piazza San Lorenzo, this magnificent cathedral was the centre point. The Genoa Cathedral is the seat of the archbishop of Genoa and dates back to the 5th or 6th century AD. The cathedral felt old, very old. Like walking back into renaissance history. S, 🇮🇹 Nativity Scene
Genoa, Italy – Boxing Day – Piazza De Ferrari
Michael and I found our way onto Piazza de Ferrari, the main square of Genoa. S, 🇮🇹
Genoa, Italy – Boxing Day – Carruggi (Alleys) Of The Historic Centre
Michael and I set off to see what we could discover within the maze of alley ways called carruggi. At every twist and turn, there was something interesting such as historic churches to the magnificant Doge’s Palace. S, 🇮🇹
Genoa, Italy – Boxing Day – Chiesa del Gesù – Church Of Jesus
Piazza Giacomo Matteotti – Chiesa del Gesù As Michael and I explored a Christmas Market in the piazza, the church bells sang out at 12:00pm. It was so charming. S, 🇮🇹 From visitgenoa.it This church is of very ancient origin, being mentioned as early as the 7th century. It was indeed known as the ‘church…
Genoa, Italy – Boxing Day – Local Artist Angelo Gnecco
Angelo Gnecco While we explored the heart of the city, we came across Angelo Gnecco’s vibrant and colourful Fiat 500 as well as his charming paintings of Genoa’s historic buildings. I bought one of his pieces, having him sign and date the back for me. S, 🇮🇹
Genoa, Italy – Boxing Day – Porto Antico – Palazzo San Giorgio
Palazzo San Giorgio This building was a pleasure to see. So much beauty and vibrant artwork. I searched online to identify the frescoed figures on the historic building, but found conflicting information. S, 🇮🇹 According to Renato Prosciutto In Italy: The exterior is painted entirely with frescoes. The frescoes on the facade facing the sea…