Verano's Recipe of the Day

 

Liguria, a region in northwestern Italy on the Gulf of Genoa, enjoys a thriving tourist industry.  The region is named after the original inhabitants, the Ligurians.  Most of the area passed to the Piemonte and Lombardy Regions during the Middle Ages, with the coastal area becoming subject to Genoa.  The Genoese remained in control until 1797, when France seized control.  The region became part of Italy in 1861, following Italian independence.  The modern borders of the region were defined after World War II.

The mountainous coastal portion of Liguria enjoys a mild climate and great natural beauty.  This area, the Italian Riviera, is one of the most popular resort areas in the world.  Genoa, the regional capital, and Savona are major industrial centers.

Statistical Information:

Area: 5418 sq km (about 2092 sq mi)

Approximate Population: (1991) 1,701,788.

Provinces: Genoa, Imperia, La Spezia, and Savona.

Major Cities: Genova, Riviera, Savona

Agricultural Products:

Olives and grapes.

Commercial and Industrial Products:

Tourism

Iron and steel, machinery, chemicals, pottery, electrical equipment, processed food, and glass.

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Tour of Northern Italian Dining