Imperia actually consists of two towns: Porto Maurizio, a medieval town built on a promontory, and Oneglia, now an industrial center for oil refining and pharmaceuticals. Porto Maurizio has a virtually intact medieval center, an intricate spiral of narrow streets and stone portals, and some imposing 17th- and 18th-century palaces. There's little of interest in modern Oneglia, except for a visit to the olive-oil museum.
'WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE?' ON THE GROUND AT A GREEK REFUGEE CAMP
When there was every reason in the world to stay away and see the ruins, one woman traveled to Greece to get to work.
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