La Spezia is a large commercial and military port on the coast of the Ligurian Sea in the fashionable resort area of Italy, which is called the "bay of poets". Here, everything pleases the eye and everything is created for the pleasure of life. The city has a rich history.
Climate
The climate of Spezia is typical Mediterranean with hot summers and warm winters. In summer, especially on sunny days with a hot southerly wind, the temperature can easily exceed 30 °C, and sometimes it reaches 35 °C.
City center
La Spezia is a coastal seaside town, but there are no beaches on its territory, because the ships arriving in the bay and the numerous yachts have caused the water near the shore to be very polluted. Despite this, the city does not lose its beauty and there is really something to see here. La Spezia has a very beautiful embankment seven kilometers long and thirty meters wide, and in some areas it even reaches forty-five meters. Walking along the Ligurian coast, one cannot fail to notice the beautiful views of the harbor and the surrounding mountain ranges covered with forests. Of course, the seascape itself gives the Embankment unprecedented beauty.
Landmarks
Here it is very convenient to walk along modern sidewalks, along which there are tall palm trees and neat lawns. The promenade of La Spezia is the most luxurious place in the city, in the center of which there is a large pier. Cruise ferries and yachts dock here, and you can take a one-hour sea walk on them. The pride of the Embankment of La Spezia is rightly considered huge cannons from the Middle Ages. Immediately in front of them, you can walk through a cozy square decorated with fountains and comfortable benches. In the evening, the Embankment lights up with thousands of lights, which makes it even more beautiful The title of the most important attraction of La Spezia belongs to the fortress of Saint George, located on the hill of Colle del Pijo. The construction of the building, which was supposed to serve as a defensive structure, began in the middle of the thirteenth century. Since then, it has been rebuilt several times, and now visitors can see a majestic fortress with loopholes and towers. To get here, you need to go through the west or north entrance. The first gate is decorated with the coat of arms of Genoa, and the gate from the North is guarded by the depicted Saint George, after whom the medieval building was named.
Shopping in Spezia
The main pedestrian street Via Prione has many restaurants, bars and outdoor cafes selling typical Italian ice cream. There is also a wide variety of shops for those looking to purchase Italian clothing and footwear. It is located in the center of the city on Piazza Cavour, also known as Piazza del Mercato morning market of fruits and vegetables of all kinds, flowers, cheese, salumi and a wide selection of fresh seafood.
