Imperia, Coastal municipality in Liguria, Italy
Description
Imperia is a coastal town in Liguria formed by two historic districts separated by a river. The western district sits on a hill overlooking the sea, while the eastern part spreads along the coastal plain.
History
The two original settlements developed during the Middle Ages as separate port towns with different trading focuses. In the 20th century, they were merged together with surrounding villages into a single municipality.
Culture
This coastal town is known for its olive oil production, and many traditional mills still process olives from the surrounding hills. Visitors can walk through narrow lanes between old palazzi and discover local shops selling handcrafted products.
Practical
The main train station offers regular connections to other Ligurian coastal towns, and the motorway runs parallel to the shoreline north of the center. Most points of interest are reachable on foot, though steep streets in the western district should be considered.
Did you know?
The villa of a famous circus performer features unusual architectural details, including colorful mosaics and playful decorative elements that recall the stage world of its builder. The surrounding park combines formal garden design with surprising accents that reflect the artistic heritage of the estate.
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Villa Grock
1.6 km
Co-Cathedral Basilica of St. Mauritius and Companions
1.6 km
San Giovanni Battista
1.1 km
Giardino Villa Grock
1.5 km
San Pietro
1.9 km
Olive Museum
1 km
Nostra Signora Assunta
3.8 km
San Nicolò di Bari
5.1 km
Museo del presepe di Maragliano e pinacoteca civica
1.7 kmSan Lorenzo Viaduct
6.7 km
Santa Maria Assunta
5.2 km
Spiaggia Sogni d'estate
1.3 km
Spiaggia Galeazza
2.6 km
Museo navale
1.1 kmTorre merlata in via Mameli
6.7 km
Torre Bonazza
3.1 km
Spiaggia dei Cani
1.7 km
Ponte di San Martino
4.6 kmTorre di Santa Lucia
5.3 kmTorre dell'Alpicella
3.1 kmTorre Saracena
99 mMuseo Navale Internazionale del Ponente Ligure
1.8 km
Museo di arte contemporanea di Imperia
108 m
Ponte di Barcheto
1.8 km
Town hall
5.2 kmOlivo
6.5 kmMuseo etnografico del castello di Bestagno
5.8 km
Museo dell'Olivo
777 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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