The colorful houses of the village of Portovenere
The colorful houses of the village of Portovenere.
Portovenere, a charming Ligurian village, is famous for its colorful houses overlooking the sea, offering a spectacle of colors and history. This village, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage, is a true jewel of the Ligurian coast.
The colorful houses of Portovenere are an example of Ligurian architecture, characterized by tall, narrow facades, painted in bright shades such as red, yellow, green and blue. These bright colors not only add a touch of joy and vivacity to the landscape, but also have a practical function: they helped fishermen to recognize their homes when they returned from the sea.
A walk through the narrow streets of Portovenere allows you to admire these picturesque homes up close and immerse yourself in the authentic atmosphere of the village. Every corner hides suggestive views, with flower-filled balconies, decorated wooden doors and internal courtyards that tell stories of daily life and maritime traditions.
The best view of the colorful houses can be enjoyed from the port, where the anchored boats create a fascinating contrast with the colorful facades. The port is also the starting point for boat trips to the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto, which offer breathtaking views and incredible biodiversity.
A village to discover, do you know Portovenere?
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Where is Portovenere:
In 1997, Porto Venere, together with the islands of Palmaria, Tino, Tinetto and the Cinque Terre, was included among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The municipality of Porto Venere is located at the southern end of a peninsula, which, detaching itself from the jagged coastline of the eastern Ligurian Riviera, forms the western shore of the Gulf of La Spezia, also known as the “Gulf of Poets”.
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The colorful houses of the village of Portovenere – Les maisons colorées du village de Portovenere – Las coloridas casas del pueblo de Portovenere – As casas coloridas da vila de Portovenere – Die bunten Häuser des Dorfes Portovenere – Những ngôi nhà đầy màu sắc ở làng Portovenere
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References:
– https://www.amicotravel.it/italia/portovenere-cosa-vedere-nel-borgo-del-golfo-dei-poeti/
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I took a lot of photos in my region, Liguria, and you can find almost all of them here or by searching in the various article specific to the region.
If you want to find some ideas or learn more about Liguria, I refer you to the Liguria Region Tourism website: lamialiguria.it. This is the institutional website of the Region: regione.liguria.it.
If you are passionate about trails I invite you to read the guide: I 50 sentieri più belli della Liguria or Sentieri sul mare. If you are passionate about mysteries and legends then I suggest these books: Liguria magica e misteriosa and also Liguria nascosta e dimenticata.
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