🐠The "classic picture" on the Cinque Terre postcard🌈Colorful cottages on the cliffs and the seaside

🌈Riomaggiore "Riomaggiore"🌈 It is the southernmost village in the Italian Cinque Terre and is the first of the five villages of the Cinque Terre to be seen by tourists (because it is usually here by train from La Spezia). Here are some practical and interesting introductions: 1. Geography and History - Location: Nestled on the Ligurian seaside, steep cliffs, colorful houses layered along the hillside, backed by mountains and facing the sea. - History: Established in the 13th century by residents of nearby mountains and Greek refugees, it was initially designed to avoid pirate raids, so the houses are densely structured and easy to defend and difficult to attack. 2. Must-see check-in spots - Colorful houses and alleys;The main street Via Colombo is lined with colorful houses, narrow stone steps (called "caruggi") have a medieval feel, and the lights are lit up at night even more romantic! - The harbor (Marina di Riomaggiore): The small boats and rocky beaches by the sea are classic postcard views, great for sunset photos. - Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista: A 14th-century Gothic church with eye-catching black and white stripes on the exterior and ancient frescoes inside. - Via dell'Amore: The 1 km coastal trail connecting Riomaggiore and Manarola was originally the easiest section of the Five Fishing Villages, but has been closed due to landslides and partially reopened in recent years. 3. What to play? - Hiking: If the Path of Love is unopened, challenge other trails such as uphill to Santuario di Montenero overlooking the entire village and coastline. - Take a boat ride along the coast: See the cliffs and colorful houses of the Cinque Terre from the sea, and visit other villages by the way. - Try authentic delicacies: must-try accughe fritte, accughe al limone, and Ligurian specialty pesto pasta (trofie al pesto)! - Drink Sciacchetrà: a local specialty sweet wine with a rich flavor, usually served with cheese or biscuits. 4. How to get there? - Train: Most convenient! It's about 8 minutes by train from La Spezia, with frequent trains. The train ride between the five villages in Wuyu Village is only a few minutes. - Walking: If the Path of Love opens back up, you can walk along the seaside to Manarola;other trails are more difficult, so remember to wear climbing shoes. - Driving: Cars are not allowed in the village, you have to park in the outer parking lot and walk in (maybe full during peak season). 5. Tips - Arrive early to avoid crowds: Super many tourists in summer, it is recommended to go in the morning and go to other villages in the afternoon. - Wear comfortable shoes: steep stone steps, drag suitcases will want to die, backpack most practical. - Stay for one night: At night the tourists are scattered, the village is very quiet, you can feel the real fishing village life. The charm of Riomaggiore lies in its mixture of the simplicity of a fishing village and the vitality of a tourist hotspot. Whether it’s hiking, eating seafood, or just watching the sea in a daze, it’s enough to enjoy most of the day! 🌊🍷 #January Good Places 2025