Genoa, la Superba
Located on the Gulf of Genoa in the Ligurian Sea, Genoa has historically been one of the most important ports on the Mediterranean: it is currently the second-busiest in Italy. Due to its glorious past and impressive landmarks, Genoa has been nicknamed la Superba ('the proud one'). In 2006, part of the old town of Genoa was inscribed on the World Heritage List (UNESCO).
Genoa is one of Italy's major economic centres. The city has hosted massive shipyards and steelworks since the 19th century, and its solid financial sector dates back to the Middle Ages. The Bank of Saint George, founded in 1407, is among the oldest in the world and has played an important role in the city's prosperity since the middle of the 15th century.
This series was shot in 2017 while I was a Bogliasco Foundation Fellow in Italy.