Ventimiglia
The Province of Imperia
Hello everyone! Today I'm going to tell you about the province of Imperia, a beautiful area in Liguria that borders Piedmont, France, and the Ligurian Sea.
Physical Geography
Historically, the province of Imperia is divided into three regions: "imperiese," "sanremese," and "ventimigliese." It is characterized by a privileged geographical position that makes it a popular tourist destination.
History
The territory of the current province historically belonged to the Province of Nice. In 1860, most of the province was ceded to France, while the portion that remained with the Kingdom of Sardinia became the province of Porto Maurizio. In 1923, following the merger of the capital Porto Maurizio into the new city of Imperia, the province assumed its current name.
Symbols
The official emblem of the province of Imperia was approved by decree on February 13, 1927.
Honours
On July 6, 1979, the Province of Imperia was awarded the Gold Medal of Military Valour for the sacrifices made by its people and their activity in the partisan struggle during World War II.
Society
Ethnic Groups and Foreign Minorities
According to ISTAT data as of December 31, 2014, there were 23,104 foreign residents in the province of Imperia, accounting for 10.66% of the provincial population.
Religion
The predominant religion in the province of Imperia is Catholicism, with two dioceses: Albenga-Imperia and Ventimiglia-San Remo.
Culture
The province of Imperia is rich in art cities, including Ventimiglia, home to the archaeological site of the Balzi Rossi, the medieval city and the Hanbury Botanical Gardens, Imperia, where you can find the Basilica of San Maurizio, the largest church in Liguria, and Sanremo, with its famous casino and Russian Church.
In conclusion, the province of Imperia is a jewel in Liguria that is definitely worth discovering!
