Genoa: Staglieno Monumental Cemetery, a Journey Through Time – Liguria, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

Explore an enchanted place suspended between the past and present which mirrors modern Genoese society. Venture on this journey through time and art ranging from classicism and realism to the lightness and mystery of Art Deco.

Meet well known and proud Genoese entrepreneurs in Staglieno, as well as famous people from history like Giuseppe Mazzini and Nino Bixio. Encounter art jewels like the Oneto Tomb by Giulio Monteverde with the impressive and mysterious angel and Caterina Campodonico tomb, the well-known nut seller.

Embrace your punk side and see the tombs that appeared on the Joy Division album ‘Closer’ and the ‘Love Will Tear Us Apart’ sleeve. Additionally, this site is also the final resting place of Constance Lloyd, who was the wife of Oscar Wilde.

Lastly, respectfully engage in a special visit that is dedicated to the old Jewish Section, a very small but significant area of he Cemetery that is full of remembrance and greenery.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Discover one of the largest and most storied cemeteries in all of Genoa
Take a journey through the history of the old Italian biggest port
Calmly take your time to better see the gems of the tour
Admire the impressive natural beauty as you visit this beautiful open-air museum
Meet fascinating and influential historical figures and hear about their lives

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