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Our Pre-Trip began in Genoa, the capital of Liguria Region of Italy.
The Ligurian region is the narrow crescent shape of land sandwiched bordered by the Mediterranean sea, the Alps and the Apennine Mountains.
Liguria is the third smallest Italian region but is also one of the most densely populated.
On the Gulf of Genoa in the Ligurian Sea, Genoa has historically been one of the most important ports on the Mediterranean: it is currently the busiest in Italy and in the Mediterranean Sea and twelfth-busiest in the European Union
It is easy to see why Genoa is called a Vertical City. These two photos were taken standing in the same spot. Just by rotating to a different angle there is a good view of the sea and the beginning of the mountain range.
The whole town is in layers. There are also many free elevators to take folks from one level to the next.
Between the 11th century and the 15th century, the Republic of Genoa experienced an extraordinary political and commercial success (mainly spice trades with the Orient). It was one of the most powerful maritime republics in the Mediterranean from the 12th to the 14th century.
The historical centre, also known as the Old City, of Genoa is one of the largest and most-densely populated in Europe.
For now let me close by a brief mention of one of Genoa’s most famous citizens – Christopher Columbus. This statue of him is located right across the road form my hotel. It shows him as a young man, around 12 years old, when he began his time at sea at a very early age. His home as well as his statue are on display.
