Cinque Terre

The Cinque Terre is a coastal area within Liguria, in the northwest of Italy. Hike along this scenic coastline is the best way to explore the five villages: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. These 5 tiny towns making up Cinque Terre are a Medieval delight. These magical fishing villages have been here for 1000s of years, but it was the fortifications added in the Middle Ages that helped them remain untouched. The sections of the wall were built to keep pirates from sacking the towns which you can still see elements of today. In addition to fresh seafood and wine, the region is also known as the birthplace of pesto. In Cinque Terre, it’s all about slowly making your way between the villages, eating, and relaxing. As you walk through the tight, traffic-free streets and look up at the brightly colored clusters of homes you’ll never want to leave.

The Cinque Terre is famous for its natural beauty. People have meticulously built terraces on the harsh, steep topography for generations to harvest grapes and olives right up to the cliffs that overlook the Mediterranean Sea. The stunning views of harbors deep below the untamed yet welcoming shoreline, as well as the medieval strongholds, abundant vines, and vivid colors, make this a wonderful vacation.

Country: Italy