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07seaseasealamialiguriaTAKE A DIP INTHE BLUEST SEA3 42 K I L O M E T R E SOF COASTLINE, 2RIVIERAS KNOWN ALLO V E R T H E W O R L D, T H EWESTERN AND THEEASTERN RIVIERA,A N D 27 B L U E F L A G S :LIGURIA WITH ITSBEAUTIFUL BEACHES,S P E C TA C U L A R C L I F F SAND HIDDEN COVESIS THE UNDISPUTEDQ U E E N O F C L E A N,C R Y S TA L - C L E A R S E A .Paraggi, a bay of dreamsin the Tigullio GulfPunta Crena, Varigotti:transparenciesstone’s throw from theborder with France, firstin line is the Spiaggiadelle Uova (Beach ofEggs) in Ventimiglia, socalled because of thecharacteristic shape ofits stones. A fairy-taleplace that introduces Bordighera with its highly popularbeaches and little lidos. Then come Arma di Taggia,Ospedaletti, Sanremo, Diano Marina: all wonderfullywelcoming, with outstanding facilities. The coastlinecontinues towards Laigueglia and Andora, where you’llfind the Capo Mele promontory, whose steep rocksAcan be seen from the beaches of both towns. Youcan take in this spectacle as you relax on Laiguegliabeach, one of Liguria’s sandiest. Punta Crena beachin Varigotti is one of the region’s most beautiful:wild and not fully accessible, it features small covesand promontories, with clear waters and a beautifulseabed. In Bergeggi you can relax and soak up thesun at the Lido delle Sirene, overlooking the famousisland offshore: a true corner of paradise. Alassiobeach offers fine, white sand, extending for around4 kilometres, with the sea floor gently sloping, oneof the characteristics that makes Alassio the idealchoice for families with children, who will find awealth of beach resorts to welcome them. Continuingtowards Genoa, you will find the beautiful, large andsandy Albissola, Celle Ligure and Varazze.To the east you’ll find the Tigullio with its coves,Portofino, Santa Margherita, Rapallo and Zoagli,before arriving in Sestri Levante, and here youhave two options, right beside each other: the townis divided into half between two bays, “Silenzio”and “Favole”. One bay one beach is the rule forMoneglia, Deiva, Bonassola, Framura and Levanto:beautiful hamlets and true paradise for those wholove the sea. Monterosso is home to Fegina beach,the largest of the Cinque Terre, and also the onlysandy one. Crystalline waters in varying shades ofblue, in a stunning setting but also easily accessiblefrom the village. Perfect for a quick dip before youhead off to explore the five hamlets that make upthis wonderful tourist spot. Here the coast is steep,beautiful, sometimes inaccessible by land. Trulyunique and spectacular. In the Gulf of Poets, Lericiin the area of San Terenzo is striking with its clean,transparent sea that has enchanted the poets andartists of every era. Finale Ligure,sand and rock06lamialiguriaLerici, the Eco del Mare lido
seaseasea09lamialiguriaENZO ROMANOhamlet, and Lerici, the regionalcapital, are part of the sameMunicipality: spectacular andancient, they overlook theGulf of Poets. In Tellaro, don’tmiss the hamlet marina, andin Lerici be sure to visit thefamous castle. EXPLORE THEHAMLET’S STREETSn Liguria, when they say“go down to the beach”,they really mean down. Toreach the coast and cliffsyou often have to go downhill, alongthe roads the locals call “crose”.Because this narrow land betweensea and mountains is made up ofhamlets built over the centuries onhills or perched directly betweenslopes and cliffs. This is the landof the seaside villages, unique inthe Mediterranean. Enchantingplaces like Cervo on the WesternIRiviera, a true Ligurian gem thathas preserved its medieval aspectover the centuries, dominated bythe Clavesana castle; or Laiguegliawith its alleys, the little seasidesquares, and the pastel-colouredhouses in the shadow of the churchof San Matteo. Varigotti is apicture-postcard Ligurian village, inthe Finale area, rich in history andarchitecture: worth a visit in everyseason with its sunny beaches, andnot to be missed at sunset, when08lamialiguriathe buildings on the sea changecolour and become magical. Noli,the ancient monumental andmedieval Maritime Republic, ancientand rich in history, is mentionedDante’s Purgatory, “San Leo can beclimbed, one can descend to Noli”.Also in Genoa, “La Superba”, thestunning fishermen’s quarter ofBoccadasse is a celebrated place,where restaurants and bars offertimeless nightlife. Camogli, whichis thought to mean “house of thewives”, is one of the symbols of thesymbiotic relationship between landand sea: its coloured houses on thebeach, the small port from whichferry boats leave for the marinepark of Portofino, the “crose”, all ofthis makes it truly unique. Tellaro,The sea, the pastel-colouredhouses, the beauty: fromVarigotti to Camogli, Liguriais a place of seaside hamlets
seaseasea11lamialiguriaLIGURIA’S“FIVE LANDS”ENZO ROMANOTTHE TENDRILS OF THE LOW VINES HANGDOWN ON US FROM THE TERRACES.The red carpet rolled out infront of the Ariston theatrein Sanremo, the Innamoration the wall in Alassio, thenightlife of Santa Margherita and ofcourse the piazzetta, or little square,in Portofino. There are some symbolicRiviera locations that have madetourism and international jet-sethistory. Making the paparazzi happyand an extra inspiration for thoselooking for a holiday that blends sun,sea and glamour.Glamour and beauty, fiction andreality are confused here. Think of thatlittle square in Portofino. At the tablesoverlooking the gulf at sunset, theDuke of Windsor and his wife, WallisSimpson, the cause of royal scandalat the time, sipped unforgettablecocktails here. Clark Gable, KimNovak, Ingrid Bergman, Liz Taylor andRichard Burton, Sofia Loren and otherTHERE THE GLEANERS SING THEIRSONGS WITH INHUMAN VOICES.OH, THE SUMMER HARVESTING, THES W E R V E I N T H E S TA R S ’ C O U R S E A N DFROM THEM COMES DOWN TO US AS T U P O R C O L O U R E D W I T H R E M O R S E .Eugenio MontaleHollywood stars and starlets have allfrequented the piazzetta. Beyondbeauty, the square is a magical place,nestled in a true seaside village wheretime seems to have stood still underthe shade of the Castello Brown.Charm and beauty in “Santa” too,where the night life begins beforesunset on the beach or on the piermade famous by a Martini advertfeaturing Santa Margherita and10lamialiguriaCharlize Theron’s derrière.Sanremo is enchanting and unique.Home to Italy’s most stylish casino,the famous Teatro Ariston hoststhe Sanremo Music Festival eachyear, enjoyed by TV viewers allover the world. Also to the west isAlassio, beloved and unique, with its“budello”, the high-end street forshopping and “strutting”; the walldesigned by Ernest Hemingwaywith Mario Berrino, owner ofCaffè Roma. he very definition ofenchanting, the “CinqueTerre” has been one ofItaly’s finest coastalresorts for many years, as well asthe first place in Liguria to be listedas a UNESCO World HeritageSite. This place, with its 6,729kilometres of dry stone walls, issomething unique in the world. Theimmense work of the inhabitants ofMonterosso, Manarola, Corniglia,Riomaggiore and Vernazza has beena thing of renown.The beautiful, wild nature remainsunspoilt, as does the heroicviticulture that gave life toSciacchetrà, a passito wine knownsince Roman times. Since the firstcentury of the late Middle Ages tothe present day, this paradise hasbeen all about beauty. Today it isa unique tourist destination in theworld. Beautiful places to visit atall hours: during the day you canexplore the hamlets, take a dip inthe spectacular sea or trek along thepaths of the hills that characterisethis beautiful landscape; at sunsetyou can relax with a “sea viewaperitif” and enjoy the CinqueTerre’s evening entertainment. Forhassle-free exploring of the Park,the Cinque Terre Trekking Card andCinque Terre Card Treno are multiservice passes which offer train andbus access, as well as Wi-Fi andguided tours. ENZO ROMANOSHEER CLASS
seaseasea13lamialiguriaAS ON AN ISLANDTo the far east, in the Gulf of Poets,you’ll find “the island of the caves”:the ancient Ligurian people’s namefor Palmaria: accessible by one ofthe many boats from Porto Venere.To the west, at the heart of theTHE SHORE APPEARS TO THOSEARRIVING BY SEA: PORTOVENERE ISHERE, ON THE HILLS COVERED BYOLIVE TREES, AND SUCH SWEETNESSM A D E M I N E R VA F O R G E T A B O U T H E RH O M E L A N D, AT H E N S .PetrarchARCHIVIO REGIONE LIGURIATProtected Marine Area, stands theisland of Bergeggi, a small coneof rock just 250 meters from thecoast, only accessible as part of aguided tour. The island of Gallinaracannot be visited, but it is worthtaking a boat tour and admiring itssuperb Mediterranean vegetation.There are departures availablefrom Alassio and Laigueglia. Notan island, but an isolated hamlet,only accessible by sea or on footfrom Camogli, San Fruttuoso isone of the most beautiful placesin Liguria. The beach beneath thefamous Abbey, today protected bythe FAI (the Italian EnvironmentFund), is truly enchanting. It is alsoa paradise for divers who descendto admire the famous Christ of theAbyss. A visit to Corniglia, the leastaccessible village of the CinqueTerre, is certainly a must: a littlegem perched on a cliff that offerstruly unique scenery and beauty. ARCHIVIO REGIONE LIGURIAhere are real islands,like Palmaria with itsarchipelago, Bergeggiand Gallinara. And thereare hamlets that are hard to reachand sometimes inaccessible, suchas San Fruttuoso di Camogli andCorniglia in the Cinque Terre.Places that are the very essenceof Liguria: beautiful, difficult andunforgettable.San Fruttuoso di Camogli,the island of Palmaria:wild places, accessibleby sea, like nowhereelse on earth12lamialiguria
seaseasea15lamialiguriaUNDER THEBEACH UMBRELLATHERESHE BLOWSDiscovering Liguria asyou approach fromthe sea: unimaginablebeauty. Coves, littleinlets and small gulfs dot Liguria’scoastline. Portofino, the CinqueTerre, the Riviera di Ponente, butalso the Porto Antico in Genoa:every symbolic place can be reachedby the famous boats, thanks to thenumerous connections that allowyou to explore Liguria’s coastaltowns. Genoa’s Porto AnticoLiguria is the familydestination parexcellence, with itsbathing establishmentsperfectly equipped with umbrellas,sunbeds and outstanding facilities,for carefree days by the sea! DianoMarina is famous for the width ofits beach: while the parents relax,the children will be entertained bythe babysitting service, have funin the play areas, enjoy a game ofbeach volleyball or splash in theThe dolphins who live in the Cetacean SanctuaryA sailing boat skirts around Liguria’s marinasGABRIELLA MOTTAFrom the east to the west, many beachesare equipped with facilities for disabledbathers: barrier-free access, access rampsin compliance with the relevant standardsor other systems for overcoming barriers,as well as accessible toilets.A must for those who choose a boat trip isthe whale watching experience: the thrillof spotting a whale or a dolphin in thewaves, accompanied by a marine biologist.Liguria lies at the heart of the CetaceanSanctuary, a protected internationalmarine area that combines the FrenchRiviera, Liguria, Corsica and Tuscany,where sightings of dolphins and spermwhales are frequent.14lamialiguriaLiguria is also a sailor’s paradise and it isno coincidence that the region hosts manyregattas. Every port or harbour offerswonderful boat trips, and there are manyopportunities for those who want to enjoythe sea from every aspect. Moreover,every boat trip you take offers outstandingopportunities to savour the local cuisine.For those who love to sail, visitwww.beactiveliguria.it for informationon the Via della Vela that unites theentire arc of the Ligurian Sea. Liguria is one of the regions mostattentive to the needs of thosewho like to holiday with theirfour-legged friends. There areplenty of pet-accessible beaches.pool, where there are swimmingand aquafit classes too. Your littleones will especially love Alassio,for its long beach of fine sand an. the sandcastle contest! Spreadover around 4 kilometres, thebeach of Cavi di Lavagna in Tigulliois a great choice for families andyoung people. And these are justsome examples, because in Liguriathere are beaches and bathingestablishments located everywhere.Cities included.
ARENZANO AND COGOLETOPORTOFINOM E M OseaseaseaO NFROM VIBRANT ANDLIVELY BEACH RESORTS TOQUIETER, MORE SECLUDEDFREE BEACHES, YOU’LL BESPOILT FOR CHOICE.PIETRA LIGUREBAYS AND COVES OFFERPEACE AND TRANQUILLITY,SURROUNDED BY GREENCOUNTRYSIDE. THECOLOURS OF THE WATERARE AS SPECTACULAR ASTHE SEABED.M A PLONG SANDY BEACHES,A MILD CLIMATE ANDSTUNNING SEASIDE WALKSTO ENJOY ALL YEAR ROUND.MONTEROSSOGOLFO PARADISOSOMETHING RARE IN THECINQUE TERRE, A BEACHOF GOLDEN SAND ANDCRYSTAL CLEAR WATERS,A STONE’S THROW FROMTHE TOWN.MARINA AREGAIAL ASSIOIN SANTO STEFANO ALMARE, A BEACH OF GOLDENSAND, SURROUNDED BYPALM TREES AND BLUE SEA.FINE SANDY BEACHESAND RESORTS WITHOUTSTANDING FACILITIES,OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND.GREEN AND BLUE COMETOGETHER BETWEENBOGLIASCO AND CAMOGLI;SAN FRUTTUOSO BAY IS ASIGHT TO BEHOLD, AND APARTICULAR FAVOURITEOF DIVING ENTHUSIASTS.DEIVA MARINACRYSTAL-CLEAR WATERS,SAND AND PEBBLE BEACHESALTERNATING WITH CLIFFS:THE DEIVA COAST OFFERSUNSPOILT SEA.BOCCA DI MAGRADIANO MARINAFOR THOSE WHO LOVE THESEA, HERE YOU’LL FIND A3.5 KM BEACH, THE PERFECTPLACE FOR FAMILIES WITHCHILDREN TO SPENDRELAXING DAYS ON THECOAST.THE MARINA IS LOCATEDIN THE UNIQUE NATURALSETTING OF A NARROWSTRIP OF LAND CREATINGA BORDER BETWEEN THEAPUAN ALPS AND THETYRRHENIAN SEA
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EAARCHIVIO PARCO NATURALE REGIONALE DELL’ANTOLAPian della Cavalla,the daffodil kingdomon Monte AntolaL20lamialiguriaA STONE’S THROWFROM THE CITY Liguria offers thousandsof kilometres of pathwaysto explore on footor by bicyclePARCO AVVENTURA VAL DI VARA-IL GIANDRIALEiguria’s most famous and popularpark is the Cinque Terre: here,over more than a thousandyears, man has “modified” thenatural environment by dividingthe steep slopes of the hills tocreate strips of cultivable land;the only setting of its kind in theworld, the park is now a Unesco World Heritage Site.A stunning location where the mountains meet thesea, the Parco di Portofino that occupies the famouspromontory offers unforgettable excursions, amongthe Mediterranean vegetation that surroundsPortofino’s many seaside resorts. ARCHIVIO PARCO NATURALE REGIONALE DELL’ANTOLAW I T H A N AT I O N A L PA R K , N I N ER E G I O N A L PA R K S , P R O T E C T E DA R E A S A N D B O TA N I C A LG A R D E N S , I F Y O U L O V E N AT U R E ,THEN IN LIGURIA YOU’LL BES P O I LT F O R C H O I C E . W I T H O N EA D D E D A D VA N TA G E C O M PA R E DTO OTHER REGIONS - IN LIGURIAYOU CAN ENJOY BEAUTIFULN AT U R E A L L Y E A R R O U N D,T H A N K S T O T H E M I L D C L I M AT E .Just outside Genoa, the Parcodell’Antola offers wonderful views,a new mountain “rifugio” - a typicalAlpine hut offering typical mountaincuisine and accommodation, and anastronomy observatory. There is a wealthof trekking trails to choose from: head upto the Rifugio, along the shores of LakeBrugneto, or photograph the daffodils onthe Cavalla Plain. Parks close to the cityalso include the Beigua Regional NaturePark, where you’ll find a UNESCO WorldHeritage Geopark, a birdwatchers’ paradise.
greengreengreen23lamialiguria360-DEGREE VIEWLiguria: a long arc ofland which bridges thesea and the mountains,offering breathtakingviews and unique scenery. These arethe destinations of the “experienceseekers”: travellers who love towalk, even in winter, to explore offthe beaten track and take in theendless natural beauty. Liguria isfull of breath-taking landscapes,best experienced along the scenictrails which run parallel to the sea,but at high altitude.The Parco del Beigua is a place offascinating contrasts, where themountains overlook the sea, withviews stretching across uniquepanoramas: Arenzano and Cogoletobelow, to the west a large sectionof the coast up to Capo Mele, theLigurian Alps and the MaritimeAlps, and to the east the PortofinoPromontory and La Spezia. Thereare many scenic overviews, includingthose from the park’s two refuges,Argentea and Belli Venti, truly asight to behold.From Casa del Romano in the Parcodell’Antola, continuing towardsMonte Antola, on beautiful Maydays, you’ll run the “risk” of fallingunder the spell of the panoramicbalcony that opens up once you22lamialiguriareach the summit, with viewsstretching from Corsica up to thehighest alpine peaks.Less well known but equally asextraordinary is the path that leadsto Monte Caucaso, accessible fromVal Fontanabuona or from the littlehamlet of Barbagelata, near theTigullio Gulf: the spectacular viewson offer at the summit make thechallenging climb more than worthit. The Apuan Alps, the LigurianAlps are visible in all their beautyand enrich the natural spectacle,drawing your gaze towards thehorizon, the Ligurian coast from Eastto West. The Monte Caucaso hiker’srefuge serves delicious polenta, withovernight accommodation availableif you want to wait for the sunrise inthis truly magical setting.The Parco di Portofino is anauthentic concentrate of all thescenery that makes Liguria sofascinating. The Park will amazeyou, whichever route you decide toexplore. From Portofino Vetta toPortofino Mare, the views are trulyincredible, but you simply must stopoff at Agririfugio Molini, where theview of San Fruttuoso bay is trulyastounding.The scenery offered from the AltaVia delle Cinque Terre is trulyenthralling, with sea views to takeyour breath away. From theTelegrafo above Portovenere youcan admire the Gulf of La Spezia,Palmaria and Gorgona, while fromThe Portofino promontory,home to 80 km ofpathways to exploreDiscoveringthe heroic viticultureof the Cinque TerrePunta Mesco, accessible along a pretty pathfrom Levanto, the view that takes in the entireCinque Terre, is spectacular to behold.And to conclude, to the far west of themajestic Ligurian Alps you’ll find Liguria’shighest mountain, the 2,200 metre Saccarello,accessible along a trail from Monesi di Triora,along the slope of the Valle Argentina.The panorama stretches 360 degrees, from thesea to the Alps. Liguria, Piedmont, France.you’ll feel on top of the world, in every sense.
greengreengreen25lamialiguriaLIGURIAN VILLAGE LIFE:THE REGION’S MOSTBEAUTIFUL HAMLETSAND ITS ORANGE FLAGSOAlso in Savona, Castelvecchio diRocca Barbena and Toirano areknown for their famous caves. If youcontinue west to Val Nervia, you’llfind a wealth of flags waving: Airole,Apricale - an enchanting little townwhich winds uphill along typicalstreets, or “crose”, Dolceacqua,Perinaldo, Pigna - a stunning hamletrich in art and culture, and Seborga,which in the past proclaimed itself a“Principality”. And Triora, too.family in the 1200s, then the homeof the Fieschi and Doria families.In the La Spezia region, you’ll findCastelnuovo Magra, a charming,traditional hamlet in a scenic spot onMonte Bastione, with a view of theGulf of Poets. Brugnato, Pignoneand Varese Ligure are three wonderfulopportunities to discover the hinterlandjust outside the Cinque Terre.THE MOST BEAUTIFUL HAMLETS Land of beauty and “borghi” (the Italian word for “hamlet”), Italyhas a second classification dedicated to precisely that, whichalso includes seaside hamlets: “Italy’s Most Beautiful Borghi”.Here are Liguria’s most beautiful hamlets: Apricale, Brugnato,Campo Ligure, Castelvecchio di Rocca Barbena, Cervo, Colletta,Finalborgo, Framura, Laigueglia, Lingueglietta, Millesimo,Moneglia, Montemarcello, Noli, Seborga, Taggia, Tellaro, Triora,Varese Ligure, Verezzi, Vernazza, Zuccarello.ENZO ROMANOrange Flag is amark of hinterlandenvironmental tourismquality, and thewestern hinterland holds the record!Italy’s oldest flag belongs to Sassello,in the province of Savona. This is theland of the famous amaretti biscuits,still produced using the classicingredients, made with almonds. Thereis also an entire gastronomic industrybased around porcini mushrooms.FLAGS TO THE EASTOn the other Riviera, a long andfascinating road leads to SantoStefano D’Aveto, which was builtaround the castle of the MalaspinaTHE OLIVE OIL HAMLETS There are seven towns where, during a guided tourfollowed by a dinner of authentic flavours, you candiscover the richness of this corner of Liguria close toImperia. Starting from Pietrabruna, you’ll pass throughBorgomaro, Villa Faraldi, Vasia, Caravonica, Aurigo andfinish up in Lucinasco. Ancient places just waiting to bediscovered, where mass tourism has not yet taken root.Towns where, still today, the olive and its cultivationrepresent a primary resource.A N D T H E R E WA S T H AT L I G U R I A O F R O C K , M O R E S E V E R E ,J U S T A L I T T L E FA R T H E R AWAY, W H I C H C A R R I E D T R A C E S O FC O U N T R Y S I D E A N D O L I V E G R O V E S , O F W O O D L A N D, H O L MOAKS AND CHESTNUT TREES. SUSPENDED TOWNS, ROCKF L O W E R S , A P R I C A L E , TA G G I A , P I G N A , T R I O R A , P E R I N A L D O,C O N S E C R AT E D I N T H E S U N O F T H E B E L L T O W E R S A N D T H EH U M I D C A R U G G I A L L E Y S .Nico Orengo24lamialiguria
greengreengreen27lamialiguria. T H E P L A C E I S S U P E R B , T H E R E I S AB R I D G E T H AT I S A J E W E L O F L I G H T N E S S .Claude MonetBEWITCHED BY THE MOON: TRIORASUSANNA BARBANMONET’SDREAM:DOLCEACQUAThe road that leads from theplacid sea of Arma di Taggia into thegorge of the Valle Argentina beforeclimbing up to Triora , the townof the “ bagiue” witches, certainlyisn’t an easy one. But the legend ofsorceresses and black magic attractsvisitors as never before, curious andquite prepared to travel the thirtykilometres of winding road.The history of Triora’s witches began“The place is superb, there is a bridge that is ajewel of lightness”. These are the words writtenby Claude Monet early in 1884. Like so manytravellers in the late Nineteenth Century,Monet reached Dolceacqua, at the heart of ValNervia and the beautiful “rock village” complex,after spending some time by the sea. And likemany others, he was spellbound by this stunningmedieval hamlet. Monet created spectacularcanvases dedicated to the beauty of this place.And today, visitors cannot leave without havingphotographed the Castello dei Doria, thefamous bridge and the alleys that are an emblemof medieval Liguria and of the life that stillcontinues today within the ancient walls. Thereis so much to explore; a surprise around everycorner, even the portals of the private homesare true works of art in wood and slate. O R G A N I C L I V I N G : VA R E S E L I G U R E26lamialiguriaThe Val di Vara is Italy’s leadingorganic farming region. And VareseLigure is one of La Spezia’s oldestand best preserved historic towns.Be sure to visit the Borgo Rotondo,developed in the Middle Ages as adefence system. The Fieschi familywho had their stronghold in Varesedesigned the construction. In itstypology, the hamlet recalls thestructure of other local medievalsettlements, gathered around asquare surrounded by arcades, underwhich there were the warehouseswith their characteristic ellipticalstructure. The ancient Captain’sHouse is also beautifully preserved,while the Castle is not to be missed,on the northern side of the hamlet,at the start of Via dei Portici, whichfrom 1547, when Varese passedfrom the Fieschi to the Republicof Genoa, became the residenceof the Podestà, or High Officials.The variety of cuisine on offer inthe hamlet’s little restaurants isremarkable, made with the fewingredients available: from leeklasagne to tagliatelle with beans “inzimino”, corzetti pasta and tomaxellestuffed veal rolls to cuculletti (potatocroquettes). Chestnut flour is usedextensively, in the local chestnutcake and the tagliatelle. with the 1588 trials, Liguria’s onlymajor witchcraft trials. Targeted bythe Inquisition was a group of womenwho would gather together on darknights in the “Cabotina”, an isolatedplace just outside the town, todaymarked by a marble plaque. TodayTriora is a beautiful hamlet to visit.A town dominated by its castle. Atrip to Cabotina is a must, the placewhere the witches used to meet.Do not forget to sample the famousTriora bread, with its magical flavour:cooked on wooden slabs sprinkledwith bran, it is fragrant on theoutside and soft on the inside.
THE AGORAIE FORESTCALIZZANO-BARDINETOM E M OO NAN EXCURSION THROUGHTHE FOREST IN THEAVETO PARK, GUARDIANOF PRECIOUS LAKES OFGLACIAL ORIGIN WHERERARE PLANTS AND ANIMALSLIVE, IS LIKE TAKING AJOURNEY THROUGH TIME.THE ALTA VIADEI MONTI LIGURIM A PTHE PROVINCE OF SAVONAIS ITALY’S GREENEST BYPERCENTAGE. THERE IS SOMUCH TO SEE AND DO, BUTWE HIGHLY RECOMMENDCALIZZANO ANDBARDINETO, TWO LITTLETOWNS ALSO FAMOUS FORTHEIR MUSHROOMS.ANTOL A MOUNTAIN BIKINGVAL NERVIAAPRICALE-PIGNAMANIETHIS IS THE LIGURIANTREKKING “HIGHWAY”,OVER 400 KILOMETRESRUNNING FROM THEBEGINNING TO THE END OFTHIS WONDERFUL REGION.FOR THOSE WHO LOVETREKKING AND BREATHTAKING VIEWS, IT IS WELLWORTH TAKING A WALKAROUND THIS HEAVEN OFPEACE AND BEAUTY, EASILYACCESSIBLE BY CAR.THE ARROSCIA FALLSTHIS IS THE VALLEY OF THE“ROCK VILLAGES”, LITTLEHAMLETS BUILT INTO THESLOPES AND FORTIFIED:ISOLABONA, ROCCHETTANERVINA, PIGNA ANDAPRICALE. MAGICAL PLACES.SEBORGAONE OF THE WONDERSOFFERED BY THELIGURIAN COUNTRYSIDE,THE WATERFALLS ARETHUNDEROUS ANDSPECTACULAR, AT THEHEART OF THE WESTERNRIVIERA NEAR MENDATICAAND THE HAMLET OFPOILAROCCA.CINQUE TERRE SOVIORESANCTUARYTHE PLATEAU IS AFAVOURITE WITH HIKERS.JUST A STONE’S THROWFROM FINALE LIGURE, ITIS HOME TO A WEALTH OFNATIVE FLORA AND FAUNA.IT WAS NOT BY CHANCETHAT NEANDERTHAL MANLIVED HERE.FOR MOUNTAIN BIKINGFANS, EXPLORINGTHE PARK BY BIKE IS AMUST: UNFORGETTABLEAND CHALLENGINGROUTES, ENHANCED BYSPECTACULAR LANDSCAPESAND INCREDIBLE VIEWS.MONTEMARCELLOALTA VIA DEL GOLFOAN ANCIENT, HISTORICNETWORK OF PATHSTHAT CONNECTED THEEXISTING HAMLETS FROMPORTOVENERE TO BOCCADI MAGRA.A FREE AND DEMOCRATICPRINCIPALITY, WHICHEVEN HAS A PRIVYCOUNCIL. THE HAMLET ISWELL WORTH A VISIT, WITHTHE PALAZZO DEI MONACI,THE ZECCA SEBORGHINAAND THE OLD PRISON.
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33culturecultureculturelamialiguriaARTISTIC TREASURESAND JEWELSFROM ATO ZENA Between Piazza De Ferrari andthe sea, you’ll find the spectacularchurches of Genoa’s old town.Starting with San Lorenzo Cathedral,which marks the heart of a realchessboard of unmissable churches,nestled within the largest medievalhistoric centre in Europe. Inside, themarble urn with the ashes of Johnthe Baptist and the passageway tothe Treasury of San Lorenzo, home tothe “Sacro Catino” which accordingto some theories is the authenticHoly Grail. A little further on you’llfind the Chiesa di San Matteo, onthe piazza of the same name, whichwas the Church of the Doria Family,founded in 1125. The third point ofthis triangle of buildings is absolutelya must-see, the Chiesa del Gesù,testimony of the presence in Genoaof the Jesuits and a real treasuretrove of works of art, from Rubens toGuido Reni, Andrea Pozzo and SimonVouet. Equally spectacular is theChiesa di San Donato, which housesone of the most beautiful works ofFlemish art, the stunning triptychby Joos van Cleve depicting theAdoration of the Magi.F U N, E L E G A N T,M U LT I C U LT U R A L , M A R I T I M E ,T H E AT R I C A L , M U S I C A L ,C U L I N A R Y, H I S T O R I C A L ,A R T I S T I C . G E N O A H A S ATHOUSAND SOULS.aybe even more. Because thecity of Christopher Columbus, ofthe powerful and rich MaritimeRepublic, beloved throughoutthe Renaissance and home ofcontemporary singer-songwritersand poets, is a truly magical place.Palazzo Ducale remains the building that symbolises the powerof the Genoese Maritime Republic. A prestigious venue for majorart exhibitions and cultural events, located opposite the famousfountain on Piazza De Ferrari, the Palazzo is the city’s cultural heartand well worth a visit. Don’t miss the grand Salone del MaggiorConsiglio (the Great Council Hall), once home to the power ofthe Doges and the Grimaldina Tower, previously the city prison.MOverlooking the magic circleof Piazza De Ferrari,the Palazzo Ducale andthe Carlo Felice Theatre32lamialiguriaT H E PA L A Z Z I D E I R O L L I Following the new architectural models,the Genoese nobles had many splendidpalazzos designed and built within the oldtown. Today, 42 of these buildings have beendesignated a Unesco World Heritage Site.The area included in the Unesco designationhas at its centre Via Garibaldi, also known asStrada Nuova, and also extends to a part ofthe city’s historic centre.Frescoed vault with theAllegory of Summer byGregorio de Ferrari atPalazzo Rosso
35culturecultureculturelamialiguria As you explore the Genoa’s uniquenarrow streets, or caruggi, as theyare known here, you will come to thechurches of San Luca, Santa Mariadelle Vigne, San Giorgio and SanTorpete. Worthy of a mention in itsown right, the Chiesa di Santa Mariadi Castello stands on the hill thatwas the first inhabited par
and “Favole”. One bay one beach is the rule for Moneglia, Deiva, Bonassola, Framura and Levanto: beautiful hamlets and true paradise for those who love the sea. Monterosso is home to Fegina beach, the largest of the Cinque Terre, and also the only sandy one. Crystalline waters in varying shades of
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Le genou de Lucy. Odile Jacob. 1999. Coppens Y. Pré-textes. L’homme préhistorique en morceaux. Eds Odile Jacob. 2011. Costentin J., Delaveau P. Café, thé, chocolat, les bons effets sur le cerveau et pour le corps. Editions Odile Jacob. 2010. Crawford M., Marsh D. The driving force : food in human evolution and the future.
Le genou de Lucy. Odile Jacob. 1999. Coppens Y. Pré-textes. L’homme préhistorique en morceaux. Eds Odile Jacob. 2011. Costentin J., Delaveau P. Café, thé, chocolat, les bons effets sur le cerveau et pour le corps. Editions Odile Jacob. 2010. 3 Crawford M., Marsh D. The driving force : food in human evolution and the future.
