Vernazza

Vernazza, Italy

From series “Amazing Cities on the Rocks”

The incredibly beautiful town of Vernazza is located in the Italian province of La Spezia. It attracts travelers with its wonderful scenery and peaceful atmosphere. This town was built on the rocky coast of a miniature bay. Its tiny houses are located very close to each other. They look just fabulous against the background of green vegetation.

Vernazza, Italy
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Vernazza, Italy Residents have a tradition to paint the facades of their houses in different colors hundreds of years ago. Vernazza has acquired a unique look over the years thanks to this good tradition. About a thousand people live in the town permanently. Automobile transport is completely absent here. Therefore, the environment remains at a high level. A tiny Italian town is ready to offer a lot of interesting entertainment to its guests. Walking around the town and relaxing on the beaches remain the most popular among its guests.

The Church of St. Margaret of Antioch is the town's main attraction. Its construction began in the 11th century. It was originally a striking example of the Romanesque style. It was completed with original Baroque elements after reconstruction in the mid-18th century. The palace with galleries is located near the temple. It is considered one of the most luxurious buildings in the town. Some of the old fortification walls and towers of the 16th century have been preserved here. A striking monument from the 17th century is located in the immediate vicinity. This is the Church of St. Francis. Fans of historical sites will be able to walk around the grounds of the Doria Castle. It was built in the 11th century. A magnificent view of the surrounding area opens from its territory. Next - Mont-Saint-Michel

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Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Crédit Agricole Carispezia' located in 0.24 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Budget Noleggio Auto La Spezia' is located in 11 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Eni' in 6.63 km
Supermarket: 'Panificio da Gino' in 0.21 km
Parking: 'Parccheggio Vernazza' in 1.11 km
Apotheek: 'Pharmacy Monti S.N.C. Del Dott. Marco Monti & C.' in 0.21 km
Police station: 'Carabinieri Comando Stazione Monterosso Al Mare' in 2.58 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Pizzería Baia Saracena' in 0.07 km
Railway station: 'Vernazza' in 0.29 km

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