One of the parts of the Mediterranean Sea is the Ligurian Sea, which washes the shores of Italy, Monaco and France. It stretches between the island of Corsica, the Tuscan archipelago and the northwestern coast of Italy. A map of the Ligurian Sea allows us to make sure that its dimensions are small. It looks more like a bay than a sea. This reservoir was designated by the name of the Ligur tribe, who once lived in northwestern Italy.
The sea is considered deep, since the average depth is 1200 m, and the maximum depth is 2546 m. Its northern shores are famous for the beauty of the landscapes. There, rocks are combined with coves, valleys and beaches. The flat coastline is devoid of bays and large peninsulas. The largest bay is Genoese. The water area has an area of approximately 15 thousand square meters. km.
Climatic conditions
The coast of the Ligurian Sea is the location of the resort Riviera. The mild Mediterranean climate prevails there. Water in winter has a minimum temperature of +13 degrees. In summer, it warms up to +25 degrees. Cold winds do not penetrate here thanks to the mountains. The salinity of sea water is 38 ppm.
The banks of the reservoir are covered with groves of olive, lemon and orange trees. Oleanders, magnolias, laurels, etc. grow there. The water has a very beautiful hue, and the air is saturated with the aromas of flowering plants. The mild climate and interesting sights of the coast make the local resorts attractive in any season. The swimming season lasts here from spring to mid-autumn.
Natural world
The unique geographical location of the Ligurian Sea determines the peculiarities of nature. A special climate has developed in this area, due to which the flora is very diverse. More than 3,200 Mediterranean species of trees, grasses and shrubs grow on the coast of the Ligurian Sea. Provencal and Pyrenean species grow in the western regions, and alpine plants grow in the mountainous regions. The fauna of Liguria is very interesting. The fauna of the Mediterranean type is characteristic of the water area and coastal strip.
Significance of the Ligurian Sea
The waters of this sea have been mastered since antiquity. The most powerful region of this region was previously considered Genoa. Genoa merchants sent their goods to different parts of the world. Today the Ligurian Sea is better known as a resort area. The most important ports are Nice, Genoa, La Spezia and Savona. The most famous resorts are Monte Carlo, Riviera di Levante, French Riviera, Riviera di Ponente, etc. The hotels are located near the sea, they are separated only by a road. The continuation of the French Riviera is the western coast of the Ligurian Sea. The beaches there are mainly sandy-pebble or sandy.
