Monument to Raffaele Rubattino is an emblematic place in Genoa. Located in Piazza Caricamento, 106, 16126 Genova GE, Italy, is named after a key figure in the history of Italian shipping: Raffaele Rubattino.
Raffaele Rubattino was a Genoese shipowner and entrepreneur, founder of the Rubattino shipping company, who, thanks to his innovative insights and entrepreneurial spirit, became one of the key figures in 19th century Italian economic and industrial development.
The Raffaele Rubattino Monument is a must for anyone visiting Genoa and interested in its maritime history. It is not just a place of interest, it is a real piece of living history.
The sculpture, created by Eugenio Baroni and inaugurated in 1931, stands on a high pedestal. The statue of Raffaele Rubattino stands imposingly, as if to symbolise his great influence in the world of navigation and maritime trade.
The Raffaele Rubattino Monument also retains a historical link with Eritrea. Rubattino, in fact, bought the bay of Assab in 1869, making the area part of the Italian Colonial Empire.
The monument's location in the city centre makes it easy to visit and integrate with other tourist attractions. The Caricamento Square, where the monument is located, is among the most fascinating in the city and is an important landmark for tourists.
Visiting the Monument to Raffaele Rubattinovisitors can appreciate the beauty of Genoa and at the same time learn more about its maritime history, its industrial past and the figures who helped make it the city it is today.
In conclusion, the Monument to Raffaele Rubattino is an enduring symbol of the impact this historic figure had on Genoa and the whole of Italy. His presence in Piazza Caricamento serves as a reminder of the entrepreneurial spirit that guided the city in the past and continues to inspire its future.
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- Address: Piazza Caricamento, 106, 16126 Genova GE, Italy
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- Monday: 9:00 – 19:00
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 19:00
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 19:00
- Thursday: 9:00 – 19:00
- Friday: 9:00 – 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 – 16:00
- Sunday: Closed
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