Basilica della Santissima Annunziata del Vastato

The basilica contains frescoes, paintings, and marble decorations created by notable Ligurian artists throughout its white and gold interior halls.

Construction began in 1520 on the site of Santa Maria del Prato church, with the Lomellini family sponsoring reconstruction in 1591 under Taddeo Carlone.

The central dome displays an Assumption fresco by Giovanni Andrea Ansaldo, while the ceiling features religious scenes painted by Giovanni and Giovanni Battista Carlone.

The neoclassical facade with tall Ionic columns provides a meeting point for students from nearby Via Balbi university buildings.

Local religious confraternities carry gold and silver crucifixes during processions from this church, known to Genoese residents as Nunziata.

Location: Genoa

Inception: 1520

Architectural style: baroque architecture

Made from material: marble

Address: Piazza della Nunziata, 4, 16124 Genova GE, Italy

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 07:30-20:00; Saturday 14:00-20:00; Sunday 07:30-20:00

Phone: +390108607190

Website: https://basilicaannunziatadelvastato.it

GPS coordinates: 44.41417,8.92833

Latest update: October 24, 2025 13:23