Although Liguria and the Gulf of Poets are fascinating in any season of the year, the blossoming season attracts more visitors – a trend that continues and takes off as the temperatures get warmer and warmer. And as travelers arrive and explore, few resist the urge to share photos of their break in this beautiful destination. With the beginning of spring in Portovenere, the number of Instagram photos tagged with #portovenere has spiked! We have selected just a few of our favorite shots taken in 10 days following the 2016 spring equinox… scroll and enjoy!
The Palazzata
This is the name for the row of slim, colorful buildings facing the sea front and the harbor of Portovenere.
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Churches of San Pietro and San Lorenzo
The first was consecrated officially in 1198, while the second was erected between 1118 and 1130.
Sports
Spring in Portovenere is the ideal season for enjoying sports of all sorts, from the most physically tiring ones, to the most mentally challenging ones…
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Sailing
One of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of Portovenere and of the surrounding Gulf of Poets and neighboring Cinque Terre, is by sailing the waters of eastern Liguria, either on the daily public ferry boats or by renting private boats and yachts.
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Food
Any time is a good time for some delicious local focaccia or for a refreshing cocktail! Looking for something more filling? Make sure not to miss some pasta with a genuine pesto sauce or other local products from the Bay of Poets.
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Landscapes
And to conclude, here are some amazing panoramas of Portovenere and surroundings!
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