Livorno
Welcome to Livorno!
Hello everyone! Today I will tell you about the beautiful city of Livorno, located along the Tuscan coast of the Ligurian Sea. With its 153,198 inhabitants, Livorno is the capital of the province of the same name, and is considered the third city by population in Tuscany, after Florence and Prato.
A city with a multicultural and multilingual past
Livorno has a long and interesting history that can be traced back to the 16th century. The city quickly became an important free port, frequented by foreign merchants, and since the end of the 16th century it acquired a strong international vocation, so much so that it was identified with different names in different countries around the world. For example, in England and the United States it was called "Leghorn", in France "Livourne", in Spain "Liorna", etc. This multicultural and multilingual character can still be found in some important places in the city, such as the Church of the Dutch, the English Cemetery, the Palace of the Jewish Community, and the numerous villas that were built by the various foreign communities over the centuries.
Livorno, a tourist city
In addition to being an important industrial center, Livorno was a sought-after tourist destination between the 19th and early 20th centuries thanks to the beautiful beaches and spas in the city. Among the most famous places are the beach resorts and the Acque della Salute Thermal Establishment, which gave Livorno the nickname "Montecatini Terme by the sea".
A city in constant evolution
In recent years, Livorno has had to face some problems related to the industrial crisis and the reduction of its importance as a reference port. However, the city is continuing to evolve, maintaining that modernity and innovation that have always distinguished it.
The natural richness of Livorno
Livorno has a large area of 104.79 km² and is a city strongly characterized by the sea. The coast is delimited by cliffs and small coves with beautiful beaches. From here it is also easy to reach the islands of the Tuscan archipelago, such as the Island of Elba or the Island of Giglio.
The military value of Livorno
Livorno hosts important military bases of the Italian Army, the Navy and the Coast Guard, including the Naval Academy, the Command and the Regiments of the Folgore, the Paratroopers' Carabinieri Regiment "Tuscania" and the Special Intervention Group of the Carabinieri.
In summary, Livorno is a city that blends history, culture, nature and military. A city in constant evolution and able to offer unique experiences to its visitors. What are you waiting for? Come to Livorno!
