There are places one simply visits and others that need to be experienced. Apricale certainly belongs to the latter. Perched high above the Val Nervia, surrounded by olive groves and the rolling hills of the Ligurian Alps, lies one of Italy’s most captivating and authentic villages.A stroll through its narrow medieval mews feels like stepping back in time. Ancient stone houses, winding alleyways,...
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Val Roya – Western Liguria attracts with its combination of sea, mountains and the proximity of two countries and cultures. With this newsletter we would like to take you into the border region on the Riviera of Flowers and highly recommend a visit to the Roya Valley. Split between Italy and France, the valley has the river Roya running through it for some 60 kilometres. Over time, the river has...
THE GRIMALDI FAMILY – ancient Fortresses and Castles – The defining Stories of Liguria. In this issue we will take you on a journey through the fascinating history of the House of Grimaldi as it represents an integral part of Ligurian history. For centuries this family has been of great historical and cultural importance for this region.The Grimaldis are a Genovese family who’s history is shaped by...