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Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta
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The basilica of Santa Maria Assunta, imposing on the steep hill of Carignano, is one of the greatest examples of Renaissance architecture of Genoa. The beautiful church was planned in 1522 and the works for its realization went on approximately two centuries. Today it has five domes and two bell towers flank the wide facade, crowned with an tympanum. Inside it accommodates various sculptures by Pierre Puget and various paintings of Giulio Cesare Procaccini, Guercino and Carlo Maratta. Noteworthy is the huge organ - of which it remains only the monumental facade - work realized between 1656 and the 1660 by the Dutch Jesuit Herman Willem. According to a legend, Domenico Sauli, a descendant of the family that was the client of the church, in order to improve the sound of the bells, in the 1737 fuse them with the metal of many bags full of silver coins.
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Hotel Bristol Palace * * * * Genova
An elegant turn-of-the-century palace in the centre of Genoa on Via XX Settembre, the hotel is just a few steps away from the most important offices and exhibition sites of the city.
Nearby you will find the Palazzo Ducale, the Carlo Felice theatre, as well as the most prestigious shops, museums ...
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Grand Hotel Savoia * * * * * Genova
Stay in this luxurious 5-star hotel offering good value, spacious accommodation and an excellent location in the centre of Genoa, just in front of the Genoa Piazza Principe Railway Station.
After complete renovation, Grand Hotel Savoia reopened at the beginning of 2008. You will be just 300 metr ...
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Hotel Continental Genova * * * * Genova
Located in the heart of Genoa, Hotel Continental features a unique blend of modern comforts and traditional hospitality, within historic surroundings.
Completely rebuilt in 2002, it is one of the oldest hotels in the area.The Liberty style and architecture provide a fascinating atmosphere.
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