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Basilica of Santa Maria di Castello

Salita di Santa Maria di Castello 15 | Molo, Genoa, Italy
010/2549511
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Ranked #4 of 115 attractions in Genoa
Type: Museums, Religious Sites
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Hull, East Yorkshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

Wonderfully calm place - amazing frescoes; donations for candles vary. Very peaceful. Decoration very ornate.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013 via mobile

You can't go wrong here. Beautiful. On the left side when facing the altar there is a beautiful Chapel. But it takes one euro to turn on the lights.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

Awesome church with fantastic frescos and decor was very, very wonderful! The interior was very decorative and had many precious items found in larger churches.

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Firenze, Toscana, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 28, 2012

With so many churches and cathedrals packed in the alleyways of the city, it's hard to visit them all. But this is one you shouldn't miss, especially if you're location scouting for your wedding in Italy.

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Genoa, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

Genova has no shortage of stunning churches to visit, including the tourist’s favorites San Lorenzo, Chiesa del Gesu and San Siro, but try not to miss the beautiful Romanesque Santa Maria di Castello built in the 12th century, with it’s cloisters, small spectacular museum, frescos, rectory and small garden; it’s full of treasures! Unfortunately, it can be a bit difficult... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

I think it is always worth one's time to visit churches when staying in Italian towns/cities and, Genova has many treasures to share! This Basilicata is quite sober compared to other local religious monuments. I would suggest finding out about opening hours though because it stays closed quite often.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2012

Beautiful work done to the basilica after the war. Impressive statues in the chapels

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Finale Ligure, Italy
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013
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