Introducing Riviera di Levante
East of Genoa’s sprawl, the deep blue seas are edged by some of Italy’s most elite resorts, including jet-set favourites Santa Margherita and Portofino. Anything but off-the-beaten-track, this stretch of coast is hugely popular with Italian and foreign tourists, but you can escape the worst of the crowds on some exhilarating walks, such as along the cliffs of the Unesco-protected Cinque Terre villages.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
