The long and narrow pastel color houses, perched on the rocks overlooking the blue Tyrrhenian Sea, are one of the most distinctive features of the Italian Cinque Terre.
The 5 lovely villages along the stunning coastal path, from which the name ‘Cinque Terre‘ derives, look like a lovely watercolor, the tiny little streets with the ubiquitous laundry hanging out the windows are charming and the little wooden boats evoke the close by past of a harsh region populated by fishermen, winemakers and farmers, working hard to ensure their own subsistence.
Every town has its own charm, but Vernazza occupies a special place in my heart.
Simon is the publisher and editor of WIld About Travel, where she writes about her travel experiences and shares her photography. A travel addict and social media enthusiast, she is wild about nature and wilderness, as well as art, culture and good food.
Lovely photo!
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Thank you, Jodi!
This is really a nice picture! Hope to visit Vernazza soon!
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Barbara
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Magical photo Simone.
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It’s the place that is magic!
So beautiful and a photographer’s dream. I’ll be walking part of the coastal path in October. I’m hoping we see your favorite village, Vernazza.
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I look forward to see Alan’s (if I understood well, he is the official wonderful photographer…) shots! Enjoy your Italian journey. Such a pity we won’t meet…
Wow – it looks amazing! I can understand why this place occupies a special place in your heart, Simon! Great photo!
Yes, Vernazza really has some kind of magic. Thank you Lori. Hugs!
That’s a beautiful photo. It really is like a watercolor painting.
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Breathtaking view! There is much beauty in this world.
Super photogenic villages. I wrote an article (http://www.travel-wonders.com/2008/05/hiking-confection-villages-cinque-terre.html) some time ago describing walking the path between the villages (magic day) including some photos.
Gorgeous!
Thank you, Gray. Indeed the place is amazing!
Absolute gorgeous!! Look at the color!! Oh my god. Please take me there!!
As soon as your virtual RTW becomes true and you’ll come and visit me in Italy, I’ll bring you there! A big hug!
yes it truly is beautiful like a watercolor painting! well spotted simon;)
Thank you Ciki! When you’ll come, I’ll bring you here!