The Lost Neighborhood of Via Madre di Dio
The story of Genoa's lost heart. Via Madre di Dio was destroyed to build modern offices. See what remains.
Looking down from the Carignano Bridge (visible from the bus route near Piazza Corvetto/Via XX Settembre), you see a concrete valley of offices and gardens. This was once Via Madre di Dio.
The Heart of the People
It was one of the most populous, vibrant, and scandalous streets of old Genoa. It was the birthplace of Paganini.
- The Destruction: In the late 1960s and 70s, it was razed to the ground in a controversial "modernization" plan to build the Centro dei Liguri.
What remains?
Very little. But knowing it was there adds a layer of melancholy and depth to the shiny modern city you see from the bus. It reminds us that Genoa is a city of layers, some hidden forever.
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Urban Archaeologist
We are passionate about Italy's underrated cities. This guide helps visitors unlock the secrets of Genoa, navigating its vertical landscape with ease and comfort.
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