Abbazia di San Nicolò del Boschetto, Benedictine monastery in Valpolcevera, Genoa, Italy
The monastery features baroque architecture with decorated cloisters, a marble crucifix, and grand frescoes depicting biblical narratives throughout its interior spaces.
Founded as a chapel in 1311 by Magnone Grimaldi, the structure transformed into a conventual church in 1410 under Benedictine Order stewardship.
The complex contains the tomb of Doge Battista Spinola, who governed the Republic of Genoa, along with burial sites of notable Genoese families.
Guided visits require advance reservations through email or WhatsApp, with tours available during specific international tourism events.
The monastery provides temporary housing for families affected by financial crises while maintaining its religious and historical functions.
Location: Genoa
Inception: 1410
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Address: Via del Boschetto, 29
GPS coordinates: 44.43380,8.88535
Latest update: March 7, 2025 09:17
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