Columbus's House

Sing it with me now! Innnn 1492...

It was mind blowing to see this house. Although it was destroyed and has been rebuilt, they used the same stones.

Of course Éowyn had to sing her memory work in the entry hall!

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The house reputed to be the childhood home of Christopher Columbus in Genoa offers a fascinating peek into the early life of the famous explorer. Nestled in a quaint corner near the Porta Soprana and the remains of the city's medieval walls, this small dwelling is part of Genoa's rich tapestry of history. Although modest in size, the stone structure and its surroundings evoke the maritime aspirations that characterized Genoa during the time of Columbus. The site is now a museum, providing visitors with insights into the early influences that may have shaped Columbus’s later ventures across the Atlantic, linking this unassuming residence to epic global explorations.Read more