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Piazza della Vittoria is one of the most iconic places in the city and one of the main symbols of modern Genoa.
Built in the 1920s, the square was created to celebrate Italy’s victory in World War I and remains one of the most important public spaces in the Ligurian capital.
At its center stands the majestic Arco della Vittoria, a monument dedicated to the war dead. Over twenty meters tall, it is adorned with sculptures, bas-reliefs, and inscriptions commemorating the sacrifice of thousands of soldiers.
On the eastern side of the square, the striking Scalinata delle Caravelle unfolds. Completed in the 1930s, it features four large mosaics depicting the caravels of Christopher Columbus: the Santa Maria, the Pinta, the Niña, and a fourth symbolic vessel. The artworks celebrate Genoa’s deep connection to the great navigator who changed world history.
Today, Piazza della Vittoria is one of the city’s main meeting points, hosting events, public celebrations, and serving as an important gateway to the city center.
If you visit Genoa, take a few minutes to admire this extraordinary urban space, where history, architecture, and memory converge in the heart of the city.
This is the podcast of the Consorzio Pro Loco Genova. We look forward to discovering the wonders of the Genoese territory together with you.