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 Strolling through the camellias in the park |
Via Pallavicini, 13 Genoa 16155 Italy |
Beside a fairly long stretch of path leading from the Mediterranean Oasis to the next port of call, the Old Lake, the area of the camellia woods is more than an attractive planted bed; it is a botanical phenomenon of great interest. In the first decades of the nineteenth century, the collection of camellias reached its peak, as far as the fate of these flowers were concerned; a desire for camellias spread throughout the noble classes of Italy, provoking a rush to cultivate ever new, ever finer specimens with regard to color, form and feature. In the north of Italy, the gardens soon filled with camellias, and the most famous of these are to be found on the banks of the Lombard lakes, between the Riviera and Tuscany. In Genoa, the Pallavicini Park still boasts one of the largest collections of wild camellias in Italy, which have by now attained a tree-like status, giving this stretch of pathway its fascinating wooded character. To make it easier for visitors, the camellias are largely labeled and at the beginning of the path there are leaflets describing the characteristics of each type of plant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The flower festival |
Piazzale Kennedy, 1 Genoa 16129 Italy +39 10 5 3911 |
This exceptional international flower exhibition, which takes place about every 5 years, attracts thousands of visitors to Genoa from all over the world, and transforms Genoa's Exhibition Center (the Fiera Internazionale) into a green, floral paradise, with unusual, cultivated specimens from every corner of the globe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Scientific Wonders |
24 Corso Ferdinando Maria Perrone Associazione Festival della Scienza Genoa, Genoa 16152 Italy +39 11 521 6419 http://www.festivalscienza.it/ info@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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A shake-up and renewal of quality |
1 Piazzale J.F. Kennedy Genoa 16129 Italy +39 10 5 3911 http://www.fiera.ge.it/ primavera@fiera.ge.it |
The fair now commands an audience of around 150,000 visitors and the participation of around 1,000 exhibitors. It is always evolving, introducing new sectors of the market, and attracts visitors in ever greater numbers by special promotions. The festival covers many interesting areas: household goods (Pianeta casa), culinary delights, open air activities, tourism, car, motorbike, weddings, camping. There is also a beauty centre with cosmetics, gym equipment, good health centres and many other appealing features. The Fair offers facilites for those coming from outside the region. 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... info@genovatangofestival.it |
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 segreteria@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 |
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Mimosa festival |
Throughout the city Genoa, Genoa Italy |
This traditional celebration occurs every year on the first Sunday in February. For one day, Pieve Ligure becomes the capital city of this romantic, perfumed clustering flower, with its brilliant yellow hues which are an unmistakable sign of spring. This is why Spring starts in February in Pieve! The thousands who attend can be assured of a wonderful day, full of the perfume and colour of a flower which has become the Ligurian symbol for Spring. This characteristic town, split between the coast and the hillside, reserves a special welcome for those who journey there to recieve the gift of mimosa flowers, to enjoy the music and events, and to sample the delicious sweet dishes and "focaccette". The spectacle continues with the blessing of the mimosa, the celebration of Mass among the flower decked carts which have climbed slowly from the lower parts of Pieve to the church square, the heart of the carnival. Shops, bars and stalls make an attractive frame to this scene of country piety. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The sail room |
Fiera di Genova Piazzale Kennedy, 1 Genoa 16129 Italy +39 10 5 3911 http://www.salonenautico-onlin... fierage@fiera.ge.it |
The ever fascinating sail is the real subject of the International Nautical Festival, which takes place every year in mid-October, in the Fiera di Genova complex. Over 1,400 exhibitors attend, 40% of which come from abroad. 1,600 boats are on show, of which there are 200 in the water in Mariano Uno and Mariano Due. The exhibition space is growing ever larger. More space is put over to inflatables, sails and technical sailing equipment. There is a new section for products designed for motoryachts over 30m long. There is a cordoned area of the bay for sub-acqua and fishing demonstrations, and there are also many other attractions: Pavilion S: both open and covered motor boats, goitres and launches, motor cabins, accessories, technical and sporting gear, nautical furnishings. Pavilion C: motor boats with cabins, from 13-18m, specialised pulications, a shopping section, motors, generators and spare parts. Pavilion B1: pneumatic/inflatable boats, canoes and kayaks. Pavilion B2: sail boats, open keel boats, catamarans, windsurfing equipment, sailing school information, sails and nautical accessories. In the large square by the sea (Piazzale Mare) there are sail boats and a motor over 18m long. There is also a covered area fo r rest and refreshment. Having braved the many kilometres of exhibition, a pause is certainly needed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The great Tall Ship show |
Porto Antico Genoa 16100 Italy |
Until 1992, gatherings of large sailboats in the Mediterranean were practically unknown, so the Colombus Celebrations were a wonderful opportunity for Genoa to experiences a new kind of festival. The festival was staged again in 1996, and will be repeated this year, so that another half a million visitors can admire the spectacle created by the tall ships. Dozens of huge sail boats will set sail from Genoa and Southampton to reunite the greatest fleet of all time, and give thousands of young people all over the world the opportunity to meet and experience this amazing show, taking sailboats into the new millennium. The Italian Sail Training Association, founded in 1996, has its headquarters in Genoa. Its objective is to allow young people to build a closer relationship with the sea, by giving them the chance to board these fantastic vessels for free, so that they can make the most of this extraordinary opportunity to learn about and enjoy sailing under the command of very experienced captains. Young sailors of both sexes between 16 and 25 can take part in the Regatta, even without previous experience of sailing. Boarding the prestigious boats in the Marina is free. Dates: 14 April-28 August. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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