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Colors of Liguria - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

la grotta Locals are very cheerful and optimistic, they are very hospitable and always happy to welcome their foreign guests. During the year, locals celebrate a lot of interesting events; visitors from other countries are also actively involved in festivities.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Liguria
1. The region is connected with other areas of the country by railway system, so travelers can comfortably reach other cities by express train. The price remains reasonable, so a ticket to … Open
One of the most striking events, which annually opens the cultural calendar, is the Flower Parade in San Remo. It is a truly unique spectacle. Amazingly beautiful compositions of flowers mounted on large automotive platforms cruise around the city. During the festival, the city is involved in a great flower market and amazing themed events.
Music lovers will be interested to visit the International Song Festival held in San Remo. The festival has being taking place there since 1951; it is attended by artists of different genres. Speaking of outstanding musical events, it’s worth to mention Premio Paganini, in which the best violinists in the world take part. Competition is conducted in Genoa; despite the fact that it has a fairly formal nature, the event always attracts a lot of tourists. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Best beaches and recreation areas around Liguria
The coast of Liguria has lots of scenic beaches, sand and pebble, public and private, quiet and busy ones. There is a beach for everyone; most parts of the coast are easily accessible. … Open
Alongside with the competition, there is another memorable holiday, the Columbus Day. It is dedicated to one of the most famous Genoese, Christopher Columbus. The celebration in his honor features a very rich and interesting program. The town of Imperia hosts biennial festival Vele d'Epoca dedicated to the quite rare and unusual subject, shipbuilding. It is a large-scale gathering of sailing ships accompanied with exciting educational events.
church and tower, vernazza The last, but not the least place in the cultural calendar of the region is occupied by gourmet festivals dedicated to various national food and drinks. Tourists who visit Liguria during one of these holidays have an opportunity to taste fine wines and treats cooked following old recipes. One of the most interesting gastronomic events is held in the village of Riva Trigoso; it is dedicated to the popular local dish, Sagra del Bagnum.
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Unique landmarks in Liguria and around

Aquarium of Genoa

From the series “The Coolest and Largest Oceanariums in the World”
Check on the map:   Distance from Liguria center - 31.7 km.
In Italy, the largest aquarium is located in Genoa. It is the second largest in Europe. Opening of the oceanarium was held in 1992. It was built specially for the opening of Genoa Expo'92 exhibition. The center plays an important educational, environmental, and even historical role. Its opening was timed to the remarkable day - the 500th anniversary of the discovery of New World by Christopher Columbus. … Read further

Traditions and festivals in cities around Liguria

Genoa
Genoa has already become a permanent venue of numerous festivals and cultural events of the international level. Just before the Christmas holidays Genoa hosts Festival of Circus Art, which is a great holiday gift for residents and tourists. During the festival you will ... Open »
San Remo
Local musicians and actors clad in special festive dresses accompany each flower car. A tradition to celebrate this unique and marvelous festival was started far in 1904. Then the holiday had another name and another theme. The celebration was devoted to the Goddess of ... Open »
Piedmont
Most foreign guests are invited to take part in picking mushrooms; tours are usually arranged for groups of several people. Alba is the center of the truffle industry; the world-famous annual Truffle Fair is held there. It is visited by famous chefs and ordinary ... Open »
Menton
The La Promenade du Soleil embankment witnesses the brightest cart parade. The carts are also decorated with fruits. The night brings the time for carnivals. Local folks start preparations for the festive marches and parades long before the festival opening. Each trait ... Open »
Monte Carlo
Millions of tourists from all over the world travel to Monaco to discover the fabulous Principality, located between the majestic Alps and the azure of the Mediterranean Sea. Monaco is one of the smallest, most exotic, most interesting and famous cities in Europe. The ... Open »
Milan
Local residents have much respect for their traditions and culture. These are true friends who will support their close friends in any situation. Many travelers say that the locals are too expansive and gallant. They are very sociable and prone to making sudden ... Open »
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