Savona

The city extends along the Mediterranean coast between the Ligurian Sea and Ligurian Alps, featuring a medieval quarter and Renaissance architecture.

The Priamar fortress, constructed by Genoese forces in 1542, stands on a hill overlooking the city and served as Pope Pius VII's prison from 1809 to 1812.

The Cathedral of the Assumption contains valuable artworks, religious relics of Saint Valentine, and a carved wooden choir from the 16th century.

The seaport handles substantial coal and oil imports, distributing these resources to the industrial regions of Piedmont and central Europe through established rail connections.

The Sistine Chapel of Savona, built between 1480 and 1483, houses the mausoleum of Pope Sixtus IV's parents with architectural elements similar to its Roman counterpart.

Location: Province of Savona

Elevation above the sea: 4 m

Website: http://www.comune.savona.it

Part of: Liguria

Shares border with: Albissola Marina, Albisola Superiore, Altare, Cairo Montenotte, Quiliano, Vado Ligure

Address: 17100 Savona, Province of Savona, Italy 17100

Website: http://comune.savona.it

GPS coordinates: 44.30803,8.48103

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:34