Arenzano facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Arenzano
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| Comune di Arenzano | ||
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| Country | Italy | |
| Region | Liguria | |
| Frazioni | Terralba | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 24.3 km2 (9.4 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | |
| Population
(30 April 2017)
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| • Total | 11,445 | |
| • Density | 471.0/km2 (1,219.9/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Arenzanesi | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
16011
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| Dialing code | 010 | |
| Patron saint | San Nazario and Celso | |
| Saint day | 28 July | |
Arenzano (called Rensën by locals) is a beautiful coastal town. It is located in northern Italy, in the Liguria region. The town faces the sparkling Ligurian Sea. Arenzano is part of the Metropolitan City of Genoa.
As of 2017, about 11,445 people live here. This number changes a lot during holidays. Many tourists visit Arenzano, especially in summer. The town also hosts fun festivals during the warmer months.
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Exploring Arenzano's Location
Arenzano is found on the Italian Riviera. This part is known as the Riviera di Ponente. The town sits inside a bay. This bay is naturally formed by a point of land called Capo San Martino. It is not far from the big city of Genoa.
Mountains and Rivers
A large part of Arenzano's area is mountainous. About two-thirds of the town's land is in the mountains. These mountains are part of the Parco naturale regionale del Beigua. This is a regional natural park. Some peaks in the park are over 1,000 meters (about 3,280 feet) high.
Arenzano also has a few important rivers:
- Lerone: This river forms a natural border between Arenzano and another town called Cogoleto.
- Cantarena
- Lissolo
A Look at Arenzano's Past
Historians believe that the first people settled in Arenzano a very long time ago. This was during the time of the Roman Empire. The town's old name, Arentianis, might come from a Roman family. This family, called Arentii, likely owned land here.
Like other towns nearby, Arenzano's history is connected to Genoa. It followed the same historical path as Genoa. This was true during the early medieval period and later in the Middle Ages.
What to See in Arenzano
Arenzano has several interesting places to visit. These sites show the town's history and beauty.
- Sanctuary of the Infant Jesus of Prague: This is a special religious building.
- The 18th-century parish church: This old church was built in the 1700s.
- Villa Negrotto Cambiaso: This grand villa was built in the 1500s. It used to belong to a noble family from Genoa. Today, it serves as the town hall. The villa has a beautiful park. This park is home to rare trees. You can see Lebanon cedars and Araucarias there.
- The Saracens' Tower: This tower was built in the 1500s. Its purpose was to protect the town. It helped prevent sudden attacks from pirates. These pirates often came from the Maghreb region.
- Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Olivette: Another important religious site in the town.
Arenzano's Sister Cities
Arenzano has special friendships with towns in other countries. These are called "twin towns" or "sister cities."
Loutraki, Greece, since 1957
Pontoise, France, since 1958
Domburg, The Netherlands, since 1958
El Jadida, Morocco, since 1964
Tata, Hungary, since 1994
See also
In Spanish: Arenzano para niños
