cinque terra photography locations

<p>I will be in cinque terra in late June and was wondering if anyone could give me locations that they know of that are great for photographs. <br>

I will be mostly on land, so any of the villages. Please let me know..</p>

<p>Thanks <br>

David Herman<br>

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<p>I have a couple in my Italy folder. I remember Manarola being really lovely. It's going to be hard to go wrong. When walking along paths that lead out of town along the coast, be sure to turn and look back to see what shots are available. JR</p><div></div>

<p>I've only been to Monterosso and Vernazza, but both have PLENTY of opportunities and I assume the other villages do as well. Lanes and passages offer plentiful opportunites, as do the docks/harbors and beaches. Don't miss the trails between villages if you're able as they are packed with citrus orchards and vineyards. There's a restaraunt at the top of an old castle in Vernazza which offers great vistas and bold seaguls. I nearly forgot, but in Vernazza (don't know if they do it in the other villages as well, but would assume so) people fish at night from the dock with iridescent floats which would probably be interesting if you have the proper equipment (I didn't).<br>

All that said, the Cinque Terre was one of the most beautiful places I've ever been and you'll find many stunning subjects nearly anywhere you are. Also, if you do make it to Monterosso, make SURE to hit one of the gelatarias and try some citrus gelato (I remember the arancia and pompelmo being particularly good there).</p>

<p>It's kind of difficult to go wrong to be honest. I only "did" a couple of towns there last year but you'll be running out of memory cards pretty quickly even without trying.</p>

<p>Here's the blog of my experience: <a href="http://www.zx81.org.uk/travel/cinque-terre-tuscany-italy.html">Cinque Terre</a>.</p>

I walked from Riomaggiore to Corniglia and think that other than the towns themselves the coast walk is rather crowded and boring. If I were to go again I would try a route through some of the vinyards and groves. We had lunch near the water in Vernazza and I would recommend it.

<p>While in Vernazza, I stumbled across one of the trails that goes between the towns in the Cinque Terre. There was a spot on the main road between the train station and the ocean: I think there were a few benches there. People were going up & down some stairs, so I decided to see where they led. It was pretty cool. It started out as a paved path between people's houses, but the higher you got, the more it was a distinct path to somewhere. After a few minutes, I came to a shack where you have to show your permit to hike the trail. I didn't go past there, but I got plenty of nice shots of Vernazza.</p>

<p>They're all pretty picturesque. I'd go there at the drop of a hat.</p>

<p>I agree with the above post - the Cinque Terre is one of the most beautiful places I've ever been to. I highly recommend hiking the trail that connects each of the towns, if you are up for it. The only really easy trail is from Manarola to Riomaggiorre; the trails to the other towns can be a bit difficult, with ( IMO ) the one between Corniglia and Vernazza and Vernazza and Monterosso being tied for the most challenging, and longest.</p>

<p>Each town has great streets and a lot of activity. If you really want to get adventurous, try hiking one of the higher trails. You'll get incredible vistas that you won't get from the main trail, and there will hardly be any other people ( I know this from experience :) ).</p>

<p>Have fun.<br>

JP</p>

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<p>I would strongly recommend the coastel path and start in Levanto, which is a good basis for Cinque Terre. The path is not difficult and you can do it in sneakers. If you are tired, you can jump on a train and travel back to your base. But there are also nice spots in the back country. If you have enough time, you'll find there more tranquility.<br>

You'll find many options for photos. Just keep your eyes open.</p>

<p>I love Cinque Terre. Believe me their paths and walks can give you wonderful photographics oportunities.<br />Hope this web page can help you:<br /><a href="http://www.baranin.com/default.php?MainFile=003/cinque-terre/sentieri/index.php">http://www.baranin.com/default.php?MainFile=003/cinque-terre/sentieri/index.php</a><br />Have a nice stay in my country.</p>

<p>I would recommend take a ferry from city-to-city. I got some great shots of each city during the arriving and departing from each port.<br>

I stayed in Riomaggorie. The pathways/trails that travel along the ocean's edge are fun experience, I strongly recommend it.</p>

<p>http://www.photo.net/photo/3721640</p>

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<p>The Cinque Terre can be seen in one day; they are connected by a path and by the railway. Usually the trip starts from Manarola, the easternmost one, and from there there is a very easy footpath to Riomaggiore; it will be a mile long, is good for all ages, and it leads to Riomaggiore. From Riomaggiore going west you have Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza. Corniglia is uphill so you cannot go there by train; I would suggest visiting Riomaggiore, Manarola, Vernazza.</p>

<p>Here below you can see Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Manarola<br>

These villages are very colorful.</p>

<p>Please note that very often they are fully booked, so it is better to stay in nearbay Sestri Levante, Levanto or La Spezia.</p>

<p>Paolo</p>

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<p><img src="http://smeraldi.smugmug.com/photos/555248532_CHdTp-XL.jpg" alt="" /><br>

Vernazza, below<br>

<img src="http://smeraldi.smugmug.com/photos/465029220_YJjUp-XL.jpg" alt="" /></p>

<p>Manarola, below:</p>

<p><img src="http://smeraldi.smugmug.com/photos/465076676_gXokE-XL.jpg" alt="" /></p>

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