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Cinque Terre: discovering Monterosso al Mare
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Cinque Terre: discovering Monterosso al Mare
Monterosso al Mare is a town located in the province of La Spezia, in Liguria, Italy.
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The largest town
It is one of the five towns in the Cinque Terre and the largest in terms of area and population.
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The town is divided into two zones
The town is divided into two parts: the "old" ancient part and the "new" modern part.
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The old part
The old part is a maze of narrow, steep streets, typical of the Cinque Terre, with colorful houses and stores selling local products. The San Giovanni Battista church, one of the oldest churches in the area, is also located here.
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The new part
The new part is located in the flatter part of the city and consists of modern buildings, restaurants, bars, and stores.
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The beach
Monterosso is the only one of the five towns to have a wide sandy beach and a long seaside promenade with several pubs and ice cream parlors.
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Limoncino
Monterosso is famous for its production of limoncino, an alcoholic drink made from local lemons.
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Culinary products
The city is famous for its fresh food products, such as fish, wine and olive oil.
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Why visit Monterosso?
Monterosso al Mare is an ideal beach vacation destination, especially for those who love to explore the culture, gastronomy, and natural beauty of the Cinque Terre.
