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Spotorno is a
seaside resort set in a charming bay, situated along the coast
between Bergeggi and Noli, not very far from Savona. The sandy
beach, which stretches for over two kilometres, and the three-hundred
metre stretch of coastal rocks have long been an attraction for
tourists. The area was already settled in Roman times, achieved
a certain importance at the end of the fourteenth century, when
it became the headquarters of the podesta of Genoa and developed
marine industry and commerce. The castle and the Correallo and
Sant'Antonio watchtowers date from that period. In 1227, when
the town was still in the hands of the bishops of Savona, it was
completely destroyed by neighbouring Noli.
The hills are known for their vineyards ) and for their fruit
trees, especially apricots. A liqueur called "Nocino" and the
local cherry liqueur are true delights.
Worth Visiting are he parish church which dates from the
seventeenth century and the oratories of the Annunziata
and of Santa Caterina. Also it is interesting to visit some of
the old residences in the town and in the upper areas and
alternatively, you can follow
the old Roman road or take the so-called "Dante promenade".
Longer excursions can be made to the Mortou grotto, the Trevico
Pass and Manie, to the caves of Toirano and Borgio Verezzi; to
the ancient town of Albenga where one can buy the most delicious
quality olive oil.
Spotorno is also an ideai starting-point for excursions to Genoa
with its museums, the ancient harbor, the Aquarium, the renowned
playground "city of children"; not to mention the
excursions over the motorway (autostrada dei fiori) to Sanremo
and Monaco.
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