In eastern Liguria, in the municipality of Cogorno, is located a small, ancient “neighbourhood” called San Salvatore. For several hundred years, this settlement belonged to the powerful Fieschi family, the Dukes of Lavagna. It was from this family that the popes cited in the title came. The foundation of San Salvatore Some historians claim that […]
Hinterland
Dolcedo, a German colony in Liguria!
Of course, the title is teasing and it is so to intrigue the reader’s attention … but … it is true! In this tiny hamlet in West Liguria, lives quite big German community … but of course, this is not the main attraction of Dolcedo 😉 How to reach Dolcedo? by car – it is […]
Zuccarello, the link between Liguria and Tuscany!
Zuccarello is a small, picturesque hamlet located in the hinterland of West Liguria. Today it is not important anymore but in the past, it was a very powerful marquisate that had connections even with the Republic of Lucca in Tuscany. But let’s start from the very beginning. How to reach Zuccarello? by car – it […]
Triora, the Salem of Italy!
Far away from everything, through Ligurian forests and mountains, you can visit this extraordinary hamlet! It is located in West Liguria, in its hinterland and it is one of the most fascinating places off the beaten path you can visit in Liguria! How to reach Triora? – definitely by car! The hamlet is located on […]
Seborga, a sovereign Principality in Liguria!
Located in West Liguria, very close to the French border, Seborga is a very particular place in the whole region. The town is famous for claiming its independence from the whole of Italy as the sovereign Principality of Seborga !!! And actually, even national authorities don’t say that it is not rightful !!! I would […]
