Thanks for the reply. I think you are correct; it is Santa Margherita Ligure. I have also checked LDS for the records with no luck.

Can anyone tell me how I might find records for Santa Margherita near Genova. I"m interested in records of the 1700's.

I'm seeking help in finding records for Andres Costa. He was born in the latter part of 1700 in Genova province. Family lore says he is from Santa Margherita. He was a ship captain and wealthy buisnessman and settled in Panama. I have searched the Family History library but have not found Santa ...