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 Fireworks at Rapallo |
Via al Santuario, 24 Santuario di Montallegro Genoa, Genoa 16035 Italy +39 18 79 5161 http://www.santuariomontallegr... |
The most important festival at Rapallo is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, who appeared at Montallegro on 2nd July 1557, where the Sanctuary, built in her honour in 1558, now stands. There are three days of solemn celebration, including religious services, pilgrimages and firework displays rendering honour to the beloved patron of Rapallo. On the 5th July Montallegro hosts the ceremony of the dissolution of the 1657 vow made by Rapallo's Council, for having been saved from a terrible plague. The celebrations take place every year from the 1st-3rd July. How to get there: A12 motorway, Rapallo exit, then follow signs for the Santuario di Montallegro, 11km away. Public transport: by train from rapallo, by cable car to the Montallegro sanctuary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Poetry and music |
Palazzo Ducale Genoa 16100 Italy |
This is a cultural event of great importance, on the theme of the varying tonalities of poetry and its relationship with the other artistic disciplines. It generates interesting and often unedited commissions and collaborations, often set to music. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Scientific Wonders |
24 Corso Ferdinando Maria Perrone Associazione Festival della Scienza Genoa, Genoa 16152 Italy +39 11 521 6419 http://www.festivalscienza.it/ |
The Festival della Scienza or the Science Festival is a must for all science lovers in and around Genoa. With different themes like "Discovery" and "Simple & Complex" every year, it explores all scientific avenues of the theme through demonstrations, experiments, discussions and more. Conferences, art exhibitions, laboratory visits, lectures and many special events are scheduled. The festival aims to make science more accessible to the general public, and has popularized this fascinating field to a large extent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tango anyone? |
39310 Via Fieschi l'Associazione Culturale P&P (Organisers) Genoa, Genoa 16121 Italy +39 347 935 9122 http://www.genovatangofestival... |
This festival celebrates the tango dance from Argentina, in all its glory in Genoa every summer. And of course, apart from the splendid performances by participants there are workshops and exhibitions. This is where it pays to have a partner who can accompany you for the festivities. So put on those beautiful heels, wear a nape bun and you'll see that you can swing too! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Film Fever |
10 Via Carlo Antonio Tavella Associazione Culturale Daunbilo (Organizer) Genoa 16136 Italy +39 (0)10 272 5915 (Organizer) http://www.genovafilmfestival.it |
Held since 1998, the Genova Film Festival is a must for film buffs. Featuring short and medium length films, this fest takes place during the months of June-July. Catch various national movies compete at this silver screen competition. There are different categories like National Competition, Beyond the Border and a special homage. From animations to documentaries, you will find over 100 films presented here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Musical evenings and cabaret in the square |
Piazza IV Novembre Genoa, Genoa Italy |
The Music and Wave Festival is a successful summer event. Many artists have performed here in the past, including Mango, Fabio Concato, Fiorella Mannoia, Anna Oxa, Marina Rei and Michele Zarrillo. Every year, the best-known singers and cabaret performers of the Italian circuit take their places on the floating stage, in the beautiful setting of the Bay of Rapallo. Spectators can also watch from the numerous screen located along the walkway by the sea. All this fun takes place in July and August. See website for complete yearly particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |