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The prominent Genovese symbol since 1128: the second tallest traditional lighthouse in the world
The Lighthouse of Genoa, often known as simply La Lanterna, is the main light serving the Port of Genoa, the capital of Liguria, Italy. Besides being an important aid to night navigation in the vicinity, the tower serves as a symbol and a landmark for the city of Genoa. Rebuilt in its current shape in 1543 replacing the former lighthouse, it is the world's fourth oldest lighthouse, following the Tower of Hercules in A Coruña, Spain, Hook Head Lighthouse in Ireland, Kõpu Lighthouse, on the island of Hiiumaa, Estonia. Built of masonry, at 76 m (249 ft), it is constructed in two square portions, each one capped by a terrace. The whole structure is crowned by a lantern from which the light is shone.
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Porto Antico
An entertainment area with museums, cinemas, cafés and also a beautiful promenade along the sea.
Museo Nazionale dell'Antartide
Based on the expeditions of Italian scientists to the Antarctic.
The second biggest in Europe!
Replica of a 17th-century Spanish galleon.
The cloister of the Dominican order, the museum and the summer cathedral offer a lot of treasures and exploring them is free during the opening hours of the church