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Home » International Travel » Europe » Italy » Italy: Manarola, Cinque Terre

Italy: Manarola, Cinque Terre

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September 11, 2015


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A group of people on a rock in the middle of a city

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Manarola was the fourth village we strolled through.  Actually, by this point, it was more like speed walking since we were running dangerously low on time.  No more annoying tourist pace, we meant business.  Unfortunately, I don’t have any striking memories of Manarola since we spent so little time there.

Wait, that’s a lie.

As we were walking, Kerrie and I noticed just ahead of us the most adorable couple leisurely strolling through the main street.  Unlike Kerrie and me, they were taking their time, peaking into shops, holding hands the entire time.  They were one of those annoyingly lovey couples that you can’t stop looking at.  They were also really good looking and impeccably dressed, which just added to the whole scene.  I noticed that the guy was wearing a harness with something attached to his front.  I assumed it was a baby.  As we got closer, they turned around so we were all facing each other.  I was wrong about the baby.  Tucked inside this little carrier was a little dog.  I thought it would be inappropriate to take a picture, so sadly, no visual, but for me, this was my stand-out memory of Manarola. I am more of a big dog person myself, but whatever floats their boat.  I’m just sad I will never see them with a baby.

People watching aside, I also remember wishing I had a bathing suit (and time!) to go swimming.  Aside from Montorosso al Mare, Manarola appeared to be the most inviting swimming spot.  It lacked the sand that Montorosso has, but I almost like that better.  It’s like a giant swimming pool that tosses you around a bit.  Plus, I hate touching the sad with my feet.

Like all of Cinque Terre, the houses are bright and colorful; however, shades of orange, yellow, pink and green dominate, giving the illusion of a sunset, or scoop of rainbow sherbet.

A flock of birds sitting on a rock next to a body of water

A close up of a brick building

A group of people in front of a building

A house that has a sign on the side of a building

A large body of water with buildings in the background

A large brick building with a mountain in the background

A sign above a door

A person standing in front of a brick building

A small town with a mountain in the background

A large brick building

A narrow city street with a building in the background

 

 

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Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

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About Jessica Randhawa

Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

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