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The province of Imperia is a wonderful province in Liguria, located in northwest Italy. With its 208,303 inhabitants, the province borders the province of Cuneo to the north, Savona to the east, the region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in France to the west, and the Ligurian Sea to the south, providing tourists with an incredible experience of both the sea and mountains.
Discover the Physical Geography
The province of Imperia occupies both the western and southernmost parts of Liguria and is divided into three historical regions: "imperiese," "sanremese," and "ventimigliese."
Unveil the History
Historically, the current territory of the province was part of the Province of Nice until 1860, when most of the province was ceded to France with the Treaty of Turin. The remaining part in Italy became the province of Porto Maurizio, which in 1923 was renamed the province of Imperia after the merger of the capital, Porto Maurizio, with the new city of Imperia. In May 1945, part of the territory was occupied by French troops, but the order of US President Harry Truman forced Charles De Gaulle to retreat beyond Ventimiglia.
Discover the Symbols and Honors
The official coat of arms of the province of Imperia was approved in February 1927, while the province itself was awarded the Gold Medal of Military Valor for the sacrifices of its peoples and for the activity in the partisan struggle during World War II in 1979.
Explore Society
The province of Imperia is a place rich in diverse cultures, with a population that also includes foreign citizens. As of December 31, 2014, there were 23,104 foreign citizens in the province, accounting for 10.66% of the provincial population, with the town of Sanremo hosting the highest number (5862). However, there is no presence of foreign citizens in Molini di Triora. The predominant religion is Catholicism, and the province is divided between the dioceses of Albenga-Imperia and Ventimiglia-San Remo.
Discover the Culture
The province of Imperia offers numerous art cities that deserve to be visited, including Ventimiglia, which boasts the Balzi Rossi, a Roman archaeological area, a medieval city, and the Hanbury Botanical Gardens. Imperia, on the other hand, boasts the Basilica of San Maurizio, the largest church in Liguria, while Sanremo boasts its famous Liberty-style casino and the Russian Church.
If you want to have an unforgettable experience, Imperia is definitely your ideal destination, with its wonderful sea and the mountains that surround the province.
