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The Republic of Genoa (Ligurian: Repúbrica de Zêna [ɾeˈpybɾika de ˈzeːna]; Italian: Repubblica di Genova; Latin: Res Publica Ianuensis) was a medieval and early modern maritime republic from the years 1099 to 1797 in Liguria on the northwestern Italian coast.
Genoa (/ ˈdʒɛnoʊə / JEN-oh-ə; Italian: Genova [ˈdʒɛːnova] ⓘ; Ligurian: Zêna [ˈzeːna]) [a] is a city in and the capital of the Italian region of Liguria, and the sixth-largest city in Italy. In 2023, 558,745 people lived within the city's administrative limits. [3]
- What to Do in Manarola
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- Where to Stay in Manarola
- How to Get to Manarola
Off-season visitors to Manarola will find a sleepy village dependent on fishing and wine. In the spring and summer, they'll find the tiny town (population about 350) packed with tourists to hike the Cinque Terre trails and photograph its famous towns and landscapes. While most people come to the region to hike, you can also just take time to soak u...
As in the rest of the Cinque Terre, restaurant menus are heavy on fresh fish and seafood—much of it caught that morning—and ingredients from the bounty of the Ligurian countryside. Dining can be expensive—you'll often pay a premium for that seaside table—or a casual meal in a simple trattoria. Or you can hit a grocery store and buy the makings for ...
Accommodations in Manarola are a mix of simple hotels and B&Bs, as well as Airbnb-type rentals—often listed as affittacamere (rooms for rent). There are no real luxury properties in the town, though many hotels and rentals are surprisingly modern. Don't expect amenities like swimming pools or fitness centers; most hotels won't offer much more than ...
By Train
Manarola has its own train station and can be reached from either La Spezia or Levanto. From La Spezia, take the local train (treno regionale) in the direction of Sestri Levante and get off at the first stop. From Levanto, take the regional train in the direction of La Spezia Centrale. If you're planning to hike and train-hop during your stay in the Cinque Terre, purchase the Cinque Terre Card Train (Treno), which includes the use of the ecological park buses, access to all trekking paths and...
By Car
Manarola, like all the villages of the Cinque Terre, is closed to traffic. If you're planning to drive, you'll find a few small there are several small parking lots outside the town, but these will fill up quickly in high season. We recommend leaving your car in La Spezia or Levanto and taking the train to the towns or better yet—starting in Riomaggiore or Monterosso al Mare and hiking to the other towns, including Manarola.
By Boat
During peak summer season, the Consorzio Marittimo Turisticoruns boats from La Spezia to four of the five Cinque Terre towns, including Manarola.
Manarola, the second village in the Cinque Terre arriving from La Spezia, is perhaps, among others, the most picturesque village, composed of the characteristic colorful perched tower-houses that overlook the carruggi and the main street.
Sep 9, 2024 · Nestled in the heart of Cinque Terre lies the picturesque village of Manarola. Characterised by its pastel houses that cling to the dramatic cliff face, in the shadow of landscaped terraces which have been hewn out by humans over many centuries.
Here 6 centuries of sea life are told through life-size boats, relics and equipment. The Maritime Republic of Genoa, Christopher Columbus, distant lands explored by sea and much more. Don’t miss the interactive experiences that the museum offers.
Aug 17, 2024 · Genoa, city and Mediterranean seaport in northwestern Italy. It is the capital of Genova provincia and of Liguria regione and is the centre of the Italian Riviera. Its total area is 93 square miles (240 square km).
