Though not necessarily familiar by name, once you’ve been shown a picture of any of the five little towns along the Cinque Terre with their brightly colored old buildings densely packed along the coast, you’ll remember seeing a photo and telling yourself that that is one of the places you’d love to visit. If you haven’t been already, hopefully this article will convince you to visit one of the five towns of the Cinque Terre; they are a true hidden gem in Italy and an absolute must if you’re looking for a bit of adventure, a splash of bright colors, deep blue-green waters, delicious food, and picture-perfect surroundings. The Cinque Terre (literally, “the five lands”), located along the Italian Riviera just west of La Spezia, is comprised of five villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. What makes these towns special is the large amount of brightly colored buildings that are all stacked on top of one another right along the coast. Another thing that sets these towns apart is that you’ll find no franchised corporations, so you really do feel (and it really does look) like you’re miles away from home. Despite being […]