Cinque Terre
Italy
About Cinque Terre
Five colorful cliffside villages connected by hiking trails, offering stunning Mediterranean views and fresh seafood.
Best Time to Visit
April-June or September-October
Language
Italian (English spoken in tourist areas)
Population
4,000 (combined)
Things to Do
- •Hike the coastal trails connecting the five villages
- •Enjoy fresh seafood at local trattorias
- •Take a boat tour along the rugged coastline
- •Explore colorful harbors and narrow streets
- •Visit Vernazza's ancient castle ruins
- •Try local wines from the surrounding vineyards
Fun Facts
- •Cinque Terre means "Five Lands" in Italian
- •The villages were originally fishing settlements dating back to the Middle Ages
- •The area was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997
- •The colorful houses were traditionally painted with lime to repel insects
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