All the villages in Cinque Terre definitely have their own individual personality, and we loved them all with their steep cobbled alleyways, quaint harbours, and boutiques and shop owners with real character. Out of the five villages our favourite was Vernazza with its picturesque harbour, charming streets and old castle tower. Our first view of Vernazza was this as we walked from Monterosso (the village farthest west) through terraced vineyards, olive trees and aromatic lemon groves (all farmed by the locals). It was a fairly challenging walk through the hillsides, but it was totally worth it for the stunning coastal views.
'Our' village - Riomaggiore - ran a close second to Vernazza. We stayed in a large apartment with a balcony with an excellent view overlooking the town. We met some really fun and friendly travelers there, and relaxed and hung out with them eating delicious proscuitto, sundried tomatoes and olives! This is the life! * Mush
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