Piazza De Ferrari is the main square of Genoa, Italy, located in the city center, between the old town and the new town, and is renowned for the fountain at its center. The square is named after the nearby prestigious Palazzo Ducale di Galliera, also known as Palazzo Raffaele De Ferrari. In the late 19th century, Genoa and…
Friends who see this name for the first time must not misunderstand — this White Palace is not the one in Washington, D.C. This White Palace is an important building located in the center of Genoa, northern Italy, at No. 11 on Via Garibaldi (formerly known as Via Nuova). It houses a large municipal art gallery, and together with the nearby Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Doria Tursi, forms a museum complex at the end of the street.
Palazzo Rosso is an ancient palace in Genoa, a port city in northern Italy, located on Via Garibaldi. Together with the nearby Palazzo Bianco (White Palace) and Palazzo Doria Tursi, it is one of Genoa’s most important art…
The Genoa Aquarium is the largest aquarium in Italy and the second largest in Europe. It was built for the 1992 World Expo and resembles a large ship ready to set sail. The architecture of the Genoa Aquarium was designed in collaboration between Renzo Piano and a Cambridge-based design team led by Sergei Tchoban. The Genoa Aquarium...
Introduction Located to the left behind the back of the Nord Station is Sforza Castle. It is said that Leonardo da Vinci also participated in the construction of this castle. It was completed in 1466. The interior is divided into several sections, including the Civic Musei del Castello (City Museums),…
Introduction In 1850, art collector Gian Giacomo Poldi Pezzoli decided to transform his apartment into a private palace. The two-story house was divided into around 20 rooms, each designed by renowned artists of the time and arranged according to different eras and artistic styles: Baroque, Rococo...
Although its name Duomo means "dome," Milan Cathedral is actually a Gothic-style building. Dominating the city center, construction of Milan Cathedral began in 1386 and took 500 years to complete, earning it the reputation as the most magnificent Gothic structure in Italy. Hundreds of spires soar skyward, and the white...
Genoa is located in the province of Genoa, in the Liguria region, and is one of Italy’s most important port cities, boasting a long history. As Italy’s largest port city and the second-largest port in the Mediterranean—after Marseille, France—it was designated as one of the European Capitals of Culture in 2004. Genoa and the Ligurian Sea...
The Lantern Tower is the main lighthouse of the port of Genoa, Italy. Its significance extends beyond nighttime navigation, as it is also a symbol of Genoa and one of the oldest structures of its kind in the world. It is built on the hill of San Benigno, a short distance from the Sampierdarena district. The tower stands 76 meters tall and is situated at an elevation of 117…
St. Lawrence Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church in Genoa, Italy, and the cathedral church of the Archdiocese of Genoa. The church was likely founded in the 5th or 6th century and was originally dedicated to Saint Syrus, the Bishop of Genoa. Beneath the current pavement and in the area in front of the present façade, excavations have uncovered ancient Roman...
Introduction Backed by the cathedral, on the right side there is a tall, beautiful arcade with arched glass that leads all the way to Piazza della Scala. Completed in 1877, the paintings near the ceiling and the mosaic patterns on the pavement are exquisitely crafted—don’t miss them. The street is lined with cafés, restaurants, book…
Introduction: The Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, a Dominican nunnery, is renowned for housing Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, The Last Supper. Painted on the refectory wall of the monastery between 1494 and 1498, The Last Supper showcases Da Vinci’s profound scientific insight as he boldly broke away from conventional painting techniques to create a unique—effect.
Introduction: A representative painting gallery in Milan, particularly known for its collection of works from the Lombard and Venetian schools of the 15th to 18th centuries. It's a must-visit for those who want to experience the artistic atmosphere of the Renaissance in northern Italy. Key works include Raphael’s "The Marriage of the Virgin" and "Madonna and Child," as well as paintings by Mantegna...
Introduction The building in front of the statue of Leonardo da Vinci is the opera house La Scala. It was built in 1778 on the site of the former Church of Santa Maria alla Scala, was damaged by an air raid in 1943, and the current structure was rebuilt in 1946. If you have the chance, you can go to enjoy an opera. Also…
Introduction A museum commemorating Leonardo da Vinci’s outstanding achievements in science and technology. In addition to rooms dedicated to da Vinci, it also features exhibits on astronomy, agriculture, electronics, SL vehicles 20, and more. The museum is housed in a monastery built in the 16th century, and the exhibitions are designed without compromising the original architectural style. …
Introduction: Established in 1603 and named after the patron saint of Milan, it was the academic and cultural hub of Milan at the time. In terms of both the breadth of its ancient book collections and their scholarly value, it ranks among the best in Italy, particularly notable for its works on Arabic and Oriental cultures. The collection centers on paintings from the Lombard and Venetian schools…
The Church of Skulls in San Bernardino is located in Milan in northern Italy. It is a church decorated with a large number of human skulls and bones and is the most well-known ossuary church in Italy, filled with an air of mystery. Brave visitors can explore this eerie church. In 1210, the cemetery did not have enough...
Sforza Castle is a fortress in Milan, Italy, once the residence of the Sforza family who ruled Milan. It was once one of the largest castles in Europe and now houses several museums. The original structure on this site was built in the 14th century, and in 1450, Francesco Sfor…
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a covered shopping arcade named after Vittorio Emanuele II, the first king of Italy following its unification. It is situated in a prominent location on the northern side of Piazza del Duomo in Milan and connects to Piazza della Scala. Originally designed in 186…
The Brera Gallery is an art museum in Milan, Italy, and one of the most important collections of Italian paintings. It is housed in the Palazzo Brera along with the Brera Academy, where Raphael’s “The Marriage of the Virgin” is among the significant early acquisitions. The entire building is divided into 40 rooms, housing a collection of...