Virtual tour Rapallo 360°
Not only are the beaches well looked after and wellequipped but you can also find spots of unsuspected exclusive beauty, such as San Michele di Pagana. Set in a small bay, it has maintained intact the lay-out of a fishing village whose houses give directly onto the beach.
High above the village stands the church of San Michele, which contains a valuable Van Dyck. Completing this simply splendid picture is the luxuriant vegetation amidst which is hidden another gem: the magnificent summer residence of the Knights of Malta, a fascinating echo of an ancient Mediterranean world, rich in history and charm. |
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The town of Rapallo has ancient origins. The first news about it can be dated back to 1240. In that period Rapallo was a Medieval village surrounded by town walls with five gates.
It became a Comune in the XII century, but its autonomy lasted for a short period only. In fact in 1229 it began to be ruled by the nearby Genova until 1797 when it became part of Savoy.
During the past centuries the pirates sacked Rapallo many times. For this reason, the Castle was built in 1551, after a particularly heavy raid in 1549.Today Rapallo is an important seaside resort and has some small shipyards and maritime engines factories.
You must start your visit in Rapallo on the promenade, where, walking among palm and olive-trees, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the whole bay. Facing the town, you see the beautiful coloured buildings housing caffes, hotels and restaurants, while on the other side is the sea, the Castle and the port. |
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