The Sky over Staglieno
DURATION (HOURS)
Variable
TYPE OF ROUTE
By foot
SUITABLE FOR
All ages
TOUR DESCRIPTION
Known worldwide for its funerary architecture and illustrious burials, the monumental cemetery of Staglieno offers a variety of possible tours with different themes, including art, nature, history, and remembrance. Here are a few of the possible itineraries:
- For an introduction to the cemetery, the historic portico and the Boschetto area contain the best-known monuments, including Giulio Monteverde’s Angel adorning the Oneto Tomb, the tomb of Caterina Campodonico, the peanut seller, and that of Giuseppe Mazzini.
- For a deeper insight into funerary symbols, the Jewish and Protestant sections of the cemetery are of particular interest.
- For enthusiasts of the 1900s, the western area and the porticos contain tombs inspired by the Liberty, Art Deco and Modernist styles, such as those by the great artists Eugenio Baroni and Leonardo Bistolfi.
- For those interested in discovering the names and stories of those who fought for the Unification of Italy and the Liberation, the ideal path is one that leads from the Boschetto to the Pantheon (where illustrious Genovese are buried) and the Partisans’ burial ground.
- For fans of 80s punk, the Appiani and Ribaudo tombs featured on the album covers of Joy Division, are bound to make an impression. The tomb of the De André family is an unmissable stop for fans of the much-loved Genoese singer-songwriter Fabrizio.
- Duration: these itineraries can be combined. The duration of a tour therefore depends on your choice of itinerary and varies from 1.5 to 2.5 hours.
- Suitable for: small groups interested in local history, art, funerary symbolism and cemeteries in general.
- Note: the cemetery can be reached by bus from the city centre and from Genova Brignole and Piazza Principe stations (no.s 34, 13 & 14 – journey time about 20 minutes). Around the cemetery there is a large free parking area.
- Dates of regular tours at Staglieno are published on the daletvisiteguidate Facebook page. Dalet Percorsi di Memoria is an ongoing project dedicated to the study and the memory of places.
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