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A beautiful palace on the hills of Genoa

Un bel palazzo sulle alture di Genova

A beautiful palace on the hills of Genoa.
Walking on the hills of Genoa, in the Castelletto area, I photographed this beautiful palace that caught my attention for the red decorations of the balconies. Especially the three friezes with the pairs of lions.

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Un bel palazzo sulle alture di Genova

Un bel palazzo sulle alture di Genova

Un bel palazzo sulle alture di Genova

Un bel palazzo sulle alture di Genova

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Tamron 16-300.

A beautiful palace on the hills of Genoa – Un beau palais sur les hauteurs de Gênes – Un hermoso palacio en las alturas de Génova – Um belo palácio nas alturas de Génova – Ein wunderschöner Palast auf den Höhen von Genua – Một cung điện tuyệt đẹp trên đỉnh cao của Genoa
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The Fountain of the Marine Genius in Piazza Colombo

La fontana del Genio Marino in piazza Colombo a Genova

The fountain of the Marine Genius in Piazza Colombo in Genoa.
In the very central Piazza Colombo there is this beautiful fountain (which was previously in front of the Royal Palace) restored quite recently.
The photo was taken coming from Via XX Settembre along Via Galata.

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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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The fountain was moved from Ponte Reale to Piazza Colombo in 1861 to embellish the new nineteenth-century square commissioned by the architect Resasco. Not only beauty but also utility since the barchile served as a watering place for horses and mules coming from the countryside that passed through loaded with vegetables towards the eastern market.
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The fountain of the Marine Engineer in the square dedicated to Columbus in Genoa – La fontaine de l’Ingénieur de la Marine sur la place dédiée à Colomb à Gênes – La fuente del Ingeniero Marino en la plaza dedicada a Colón en Génova – Der Brunnen des Marineingenieurs auf dem Kolumbus gewidmeten Platz in Genua – Đài phun nước của Kỹ sư Hàng hải tại quảng trường dành riêng cho Columbus ở Genoa
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The porticoes and the Basilica of Santo Stefano in via XX

I portici e la Basilica di Santo Stefano in via XX a Genova

The porticos and the Basilica of Santo Stefano on Via XX in Genoa.
Via XX Settembre, one of the main arteries of Genoa, is famous for its elegant porticos and the historic Basilica of Santo Stefano. This place is a meeting point between modern architecture and the centuries-old history of the city.
The porticos of Via XX Settembre are a symbol of elegance and functionality. Built in the 19th century, the porticos provide shelter and shade to pedestrians, allowing them to stroll along the street in any weather condition. The imposing columns and neoclassical arches create an atmosphere of grandeur and refinement. Under the porticos, there are luxury boutiques, cafés and historic shops that add to the charm of this iconic street.
Located in the heart of Via XX Settembre, the Basilica of Santo Stefano is an architectural jewel that dates back to the 5th century. The church is a remarkable example of Genoese Romanesque architecture, with its simple yet elegant façade and interior rich in history and art.
The basilica was built on the ruins of an older church and has undergone numerous modifications and restorations over the centuries. The current structure, with its single nave and side chapels, still retains elements of the original Romanesque style. Inside, you can admire frescoes, sculptures and works of sacred art that tell the religious and cultural history of Genoa.
Via XX Settembre and the Basilica of Santo Stefano represent a meeting point between the past and the present of Genoa. The arcades, with their timeless elegance, and the basilica, with its thousand-year history, offer visitors a unique experience of discovery and contemplation.
Walking under the arcades of Via XX Settembre and visiting the Basilica of Santo Stefano is a journey through the history, art and culture of Genoa. These emblematic places are a must for anyone who wants to discover the beating heart of the city.

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I portici e la Basilica di Santo Stefano in via XX a Genova

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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The porticoes and the Basilica of Santo Stefano in via XX in Genoa – Les portiques et la basilique de Santo Stefano dans la via XX à Gênes – Los pórticos y la Basílica de Santo Stefano en via XX en Génova – Os pórticos e a Basílica de Santo Stefano na via XX em Génova – Die Portiken und die Basilika Santo Stefano in der Via XX in Genua – Các mái cổng và Vương cung thánh đường Santo Stefano qua XX ở Genoa

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The small Giovanni Bertora street in Genoa

La piccola via Giovanni Bertora a Genova

The small Via Giovanni Bertora in Genoa.
Some time ago, to go up to Castelletto, I passed through this street that goes up from Via Assarotti, reaches the Synagogue of Genoa, and goes up again and becomes only pedestrian before reaching Corso Solferino.

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La piccola via Giovanni Bertora a Genova

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Tamron 16-300.

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Giovanni Bertora – born in Genoa on 11 November 1912 – who in his printing shop in Passo Assarotti, in the heart of the city, printed the clandestine newspaper La voce d’Italia and later Italia Libera.
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The small street dedicated to Giovanni Bertora in Genoa – La petite rue dédiée à Giovanni Bertora à Gênes – La pequeña calle dedicada a Giovanni Bertora en Génova – A pequena rua dedicada a Giovanni Bertora em Gênova – Die kleine Straße in Genua, die Giovanni Bertora gewidmet ist – Con phố nhỏ dành riêng cho Giovanni Bertora ở Genoa – 热那亚纪念乔瓦尼·贝尔托拉的小街 – ジェノヴァのジョバンニ・ベルトラに捧げられた小さな通り
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The beautiful Senarega square in the alleys of Genoa

La bella piazza Senarega nei vicoli di Genova

The beautiful Piazza Senarega in the alleys of Genoa.
In the heart of Genoa, hidden among the alleys of the historic center, lies the suggestive Piazza Senarega. This picturesque corner is an architectural and historical jewel that tells the authentic soul of the city.
The square takes its name from the ancient and noble Senarega family, who in the Middle Ages owned several properties in the area. Today, Piazza Senarega is a quiet refuge from the lively activity of the city center, characterized by a cobblestone pavement and surrounded by historic buildings that bear witness to the passing of the centuries.
One of the main points of interest is the Church of San Torpete, a small baroque church that dominates the square with its simple but elegant facade. The church, restored over the years, is a perfect example of local religious architecture and a place of peace and reflection.
Walking through Piazza Senarega means immersing yourself in an atmosphere of times gone by, where every stone seems to tell a story. The narrow streets that lead to the square offer unique and unexpected views, making this place a must-see for those who want to discover the true essence of Genoa.
Visiting Piazza Senarega does not only mean exploring a hidden corner of the city, but also living an experience that combines history, art and culture in an authentically Genoese environment.

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La bella piazza Senarega nei vicoli di Genova

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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A few steps from Via degli Orefici and Via Banchi is the charming Piazza Senarega. The toponym of the site originates from the name of the noble family of the same name originally from the Scrivia Valley. The absolute protagonist of the square is the luxurious palace, built around 1590, of Gio. Batta Senarega.
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The beautiful Senarega square in the alleys of Genoa – La belle place Senarega dans les ruelles de Gênes – La hermosa plaza Senarega en las callejuelas de Génova – A bela praça Senarega nas ruelas de Génova – Der wunderschöne Senarega-Platz in den Gassen von Genua – Quảng trường Senarega xinh đẹp trong các con hẻm của Genoa

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The climb and the houses of via Serra in Genoa

La salita e le case di via Serra a Genova

The climb and the houses of Via Serra in Genoa.
A beautiful street that I have walked a few times that goes uphill from Piazza Brignole to Piazza Corvetto in Genoa.

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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Tamron 16-300.

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The climb and the houses of the street called Serra in Genoa – La montée et les maisons de la rue appelée Serra à Gênes – La subida y las casas de la calle Serra en Génova – A subida e as casas da rua chamada Serra em Gênova – Der Aufstieg und die Häuser der Straße namens Serra in Genua – Con đường leo núi và những ngôi nhà trên con phố mang tên Serra ở Genoa – 热那亚塞拉街上的攀爬和房屋 – ジェノヴァのセーラと呼ばれる通りの登りと家々
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The palace built by Benvenuto Pesce Maineri

Il palazzo costruito da Benvenuto Pesce Maineri in via XX Settembre

The building built by Benvenuto Pesce Maineri in via XX Settembre.
At number 26 of via XX Settembre in Genoa there is this beautiful building that I have already photographed other times but of which only today I discover something.
It was built by the urban planner Benvenuto Pesce Manieri, exponent of Art Nouveau and eclecticism.

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Il palazzo costruito da Benvenuto Pesce Maineri in via XX Settembre

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon EF-S 10-18.

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Number 26, characterised by a more mature and less academic style, has sea water as its main theme: spiral seaweed-shaped motifs that are repeated on the façade and as a constituent element of the antheris, leviathans that become finishing touches to the arches and uprights of the internal railings, dolphins and mythological motifs.
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The building built by Benvenuto Pesce Maineri in via XX Settembre – Le palais construit par Benvenuto Pesce Maineri dans la via XX Settembre – El palacio construido por Benvenuto Pesce Maineri en via XX Settembre – O palácio construído por Benvenuto Pesce Maineri na via XX Settembre – Der von Benvenuto Pesce Maineri in der Via XX Settembre erbaute Palast – Cung điện được xây dựng bởi Benvenuto Pesce Maineri qua XX Settembre –
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The Battistine Hill in Genoa

La Salita delle Battistine a Genova

Salita delle Battistine in Genoa.
Salita delle Battistine is one of the most charming streets in Genoa, located in the heart of the Maddalena district. This steep creuza connects Piazza Portello to Piazza dei Cappuccini, offering a suggestive route that seems to catapult visitors into the historic center of the city.
The street takes its name from the church and convent of the Romite di San Giovanni Battista, known as the Battistine. This convent, now used as a school, has a rich and interesting history. During the works for the opening of the Nino Bixio gallery, part of the ancient 12th century walls were demolished, revealing a secondary entrance to the convent through a pointed arch.
Today, Salita delle Battistine is a pedestrian street, often frequented by students and residents. Despite its current state, with uneven pavement and graffiti, the street retains a particular charm. It is also known for having hosted the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, who wrote some pages of the manuscripts of Zarathustra here.
The Salita delle Battistine represents a perfect example of how history and modernity can coexist, offering visitors a unique experience in the heart of Genoa.

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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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The steep and spectacular creuza, when descending, seems to catapult you into the city centre. At number 12 is the former church and convent of San Giovanni Battista (1744) which gave the street its name, now home to the Giano Grillo primary school and the Bertani Ruffini secondary school.
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The Battistine Hill in Genoa – La montée Battistine à Gênes – La subida battistina a Génova – A escalada battistina em Génova – Der Battistine-Aufstieg in Genua – Cuộc leo núi Battistine ở Genoa

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References:
– https://fosca.unige.it/Salita%20delle%20Battistine
– https://www.primocanale.it/archivio-news/152109-l-oblio-di-nietzsche-tra-i-graffiti-e-l-incuria-in-salita-delle-battistine-a-genova.html

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A glimpse of Via del Campo in Genoa

Uno scorcio di via del Campo a Genova

A glimpse of Via del Campo in Genoa.
I love walking through the historic center of Genoa even if I'm always a little uncomfortable taking photos with so many people in front of me.
For this reason I never get very clear photos in this Genoese "alley".

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Uno scorcio di via del Campo a Genova

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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A glimpse of Via del Campo in Genoa – Un aperçu de la via del Campo à Gênes – Un vistazo a la vía del Campo en Génova – Um vislumbre da via del Campo em Génova – Ein Blick auf die Via del Campo in Genua – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua qua del Campo ở Genoa
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Two steps in via San Vincenzo in Genoa

Due passi in via San Vincenzo a Genova

Two steps in via San Vincenzo in Genoa.
Every time I am in Genoa, not by car, I always try to take the train at the Brignole train station on my way back. To get there, after walking along via Venti Settembre, you have to go through this large pedestrian street that is downhill at the point in the photo.

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Due passi in via San Vincenzo a Genova

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The neighborhood takes its name from the church of the same name, now deconsecrated, dedicated to San Vincenzo di Saragozza. Until the construction of the “Mura Nuove”, in the 17th century, it was a village outside the defensive walls of the city called “Borgo di Bisagno”, because it was located a short distance from the stream of the same name.
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Two steps in via San Vincenzo in Genoa – À deux pas de la via San Vincenzo à Gênes – A dos pasos de via San Vincenzo en Génova – Duas etapas na via de San Vincenzo em Génova – Zwei Schritte in der Via San Vincenzo in Genua – Hai bước qua San Vincenzo ở Genoa