TOURING ITALY: LIGURIA
Italy travel guide: Travel tips, tours, "what to do" in region Liguria
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Capital city: Genoa
Provinces: Genova, Savona, Imperia, La Spezia
The Italian region Liguria stretches from the French Riviera to Tuscany along the coast of the Ligurian Sea. Close behind the coastline, high mountains plunge into the sea, giving the landscape an extraordinary charm and almost everywhere spectacular views.
The most beautiful tourist resorts in Liguria are the Riviera di Ponente, between Genoa and the French border, and the Riviera di Levante, to the south of Genoa. The first one is divided into the Riviera delle Palme and the Riviera dei Fiori.
Along the Riviera di Levante there are beautiful villages and places such as the Gulf of Tigullio, the Gulf of Poets, the worldwide famous "haunt of the rich with beautiful boats" Portofino or the area of the charming villages of Cinque Terre, which has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Near the Ligurian-Tuscan border, there is the characteristic promontory of La Spezia and the spectacular peninsula of Portovenere.
Not to mention the almost infinite number of cultural highlights. The coast and the hinterland are a trove of culture that is well-worth discovering.
Food & Wine: the Ligurian cuisine keeps the double identity of this region, (halfway between sea and mountains), offering recipes that combine traditional flavors of fish, vegetables and meat. The traditional "Pesto" is a condiment for 'trofiette' (fresh pasta made with wheat flour) made with basil, olive oil, garlic and pine nuts. Many excellent fish dishes like "Cappon Magro" (Stockfish) and "Frisceu" (small fried fishes). The delicious "Focaccia Genovese" (a kind of pizza without tomato) is sold in many shops and eaten while walking.
Vermentino and Pigato are good Ligurian white wines with heady fragrance and flavor.
The most beautiful tourist resorts in Liguria are the Riviera di Ponente, between Genoa and the French border, and the Riviera di Levante, to the south of Genoa. The first one is divided into the Riviera delle Palme and the Riviera dei Fiori.
Along the Riviera di Levante there are beautiful villages and places such as the Gulf of Tigullio, the Gulf of Poets, the worldwide famous "haunt of the rich with beautiful boats" Portofino or the area of the charming villages of Cinque Terre, which has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Near the Ligurian-Tuscan border, there is the characteristic promontory of La Spezia and the spectacular peninsula of Portovenere.
Not to mention the almost infinite number of cultural highlights. The coast and the hinterland are a trove of culture that is well-worth discovering.
Food & Wine: the Ligurian cuisine keeps the double identity of this region, (halfway between sea and mountains), offering recipes that combine traditional flavors of fish, vegetables and meat. The traditional "Pesto" is a condiment for 'trofiette' (fresh pasta made with wheat flour) made with basil, olive oil, garlic and pine nuts. Many excellent fish dishes like "Cappon Magro" (Stockfish) and "Frisceu" (small fried fishes). The delicious "Focaccia Genovese" (a kind of pizza without tomato) is sold in many shops and eaten while walking.
Vermentino and Pigato are good Ligurian white wines with heady fragrance and flavor.
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Genoa, a lively city, a mixture of art, culture and sealifeItinerary: Genoa 
Genoa, as one of the Maritime Republics, boasts a glorous history, beautiful buildings but also many modern attractions Cat.: Art City Location: Seaside Region: Liguria
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*Hiking along the Blue Trail to discover Cinque Terre+Roadbook Itinerary: Blue Trail, Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso 
The Blue Trail in Cinque Terre: a great walk and the best way to visit Cinque Terre and the spectacular coastlines Cat.: Country tour Location: Seaside Region: Liguria Area: Portofino & Cinque Terre |
*The scenic Road of the Sanctuaries, Cinque Terre in Liguria+Roadbook Itinerary: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, San Bernardino, Volastra, Riomaggiore 
In Liguria along one of the most beautiful tourist itineraries of the Cinque Terre, the scenic Road of the Sanctuaries Cat.: Country tour Location: Seaside Region: Liguria Area: Portofino & Cinque Terre |
*The ancient villages of the Riviera di Ponente in Liguria+Roadbook Itinerary: Celle Ligure, Albissola, Savona, Vado Ligure, Noli 
The history, the culture and the seafaring traditions of the ancient villages of the Riviera di Ponente in Liguria Cat.: Country tour Location: Seaside Region: Liguria
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*Scenic drive along Riviera dei Fiori on the Ligurian Coast+Roadbook Itinerary: Riviera dei Fiori, Savona, Spotorno, Finale Ligure, Alassio, Cervo, San Remo, Ventimiglia 
Along the beautiful Riviera dei Fiori on the western side of the Ligurian coast, one of the most scenic drives in Italy Cat.: Country tour Location: Seaside Region: Liguria
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*Portofino, a small gem in Liguria and Regional Natural Park+Roadbook Itinerary: Portofino, Regional Natural Park of Portofino, Santa Margherita Ligure, 
Visit Portofino, this beautiful tiny village by the sea and hike along a scenic trail of the Regional Natural Park Cat.: Country tour Location: Seaside Region: Liguria Area: Portofino & Cinque Terre |
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