Liguria

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009

If you are planning a trip to Italy, then you just cannot afford to miss the lovely sights found in the village of Apricale. This enchanting place is hardly an hour's drive from the Nice airport and takes just about 40 minutes from the region of Monte Carlo. The word Apricale comes from the latin word- Apricus which means visible to the sun. The Italian Riviera forms the main coastline of this region located in Liguria, interconnected by Cote D'Azur. Besides, it is considered to be one of the prominent villages found along Italy with a medieval origin.

Cinque Terre's Amazing Views

Hiking Cinque Terre

Being a New Zealander born and breed, I've lived my life surrounded by natural beauty and picturesque locations. Although I'm skeptical other countries have more to offer, I'm always game to explore, and being a gluten for punishment, the idea of a 10 kilometre coastal hike to capture the best of Italian beauty, was too enticing to pass up. So, accompanied by two equally dedicated hikers, I set off for Cinque Terre.

Liguria, Cinque Terre II

Cinque Terre: 5 Lands Like No Other II

Monterosso is the furthest west of the five towns and is lined with vineyards and olive groves. You'll find plenty of cliffs and clear water here. Limonblu is a unique beverage you will want to try or buy a bottle.

Liguria, Cinque Terre

Cinque Terre: 5 Lands Like No Other

Most first-time travelers to Italy expect to see an ancient or quaint country like the places they read about in history books or see in movies. Often times the place they picture has been taken over by busy streets and modern living. Liguria

Genova Italy and its History

Chief Seaport of Italy

Genova (Italian for Genoa) is capital of the Genoa province and Liguria in northwest Italy. The city carries a population of 678,771 as of 1991 and is beautifully positioned on the Italian Riviera. Genova is known for being the chief seaport of Italy, and for striving with Marseilles, France to maintain lead among Mediterranean ports. The harbor facilities in Genova were terribly damaged during World War II and also by storms which occurred in 1954 and 1955, but have since been re-established and improved for modern usage. Genova is also the the chief seaport of Italy.

Ducal Palace - Palazzo Ducale

More info on the Ducal Palace in Genoa

The Ducal Palace of Genoa is a great and historical building in the center of Genoa. The side on Piazza De Ferrari is no longer in the original conditions that it once was, but people who visit it can see the original side on Piazza Matteotti and an aspect of the medieval building in the south garden. It was built in one of the best times of the Genovese Republic after the victory at the battle of Meloria aganist Pisa and

Panoramic Places in Genoa

Scenic Views and other Must Do Activities

PANORAMIC PLACES

People who wish to visit a city like Genoa will notice one thing, and that is the stunning views from hillsides, where you can take in almost all of Genoa from a high perch in nearby cities located in Genoa. With close range to the beach as well, you can find yourself on the sand enjoying the sun and take a dip into the cool ocean water. From any of these views, you've seen much of Genoa already! Here are some famous places to get a great view from:

Travel, Sights, and History

What to See, What to Know, What to Do, in Genoa

REACHING GENOA

To reach Genoa you have many different possibilities. Most people come to Genoa by car or by train, but there is obviously the possibility to come by ship and you can also come to Genoa by plane.

Liguria Region of Italy

The region of Liguria is also known as the Italian Riviera and is well marked as a major tourist spot with famous resort towns sprinkled among the fishing villages and rocky coastline. Liguria occupies a thin stretch of coastline from Italy's western border with France, following the Mediterranean coastline south and east to its border with Tuscany. To the north and east, coastal mountains separate Liguria from Piedmonte and Emilia-Romagna.