VILLA GRIMALDI “THE FORTRESS” La Fortezza (The Fortress) is in the middle of Sampierdarena, an old popular zone in the centre west part of Genova, connected to port activities. The sixteenth century palace has 1,000 sqm external spaces and ample elevated gardens. The building stands alone and has not been used since 2008. Through a ground floor porch, you join the central hall around which spaces are organized. A monumental 10 m high portico is found on the first floor, decorated with stuccos and high reliefs. From it you access the main frescoed room. Several service stairs lead to the partially liveable attic. Maintenance interventions are needed.
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