The picturesque villages of Cinque Terre are one of the Italian Riviera's top attractions, drawing in crowds of tourists every year. But if your own journey to Italy is a long way off, why not enjoy these gorgeous photos.
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![A woman stands in front of the beautiful village of Cinque Terre.](https://lp-cms-production.imgix.net/2020-09/shutterstockRF_1189428808.jpg?w=1920&auto=format&q=75)
Manarola
This village boasts the colorful buildings and crystal waters that make Cinque Terre famous, but grapevine-covered Manarola is famous for its sweet Sciacchetrà wine.
![A colorful sunset in Vernazza in Cinque Terre.](https://lp-cms-production.imgix.net/2020-09/GettyImages-1158891212.jpg?w=1920&auto=format&q=75)
Vernazza
Famous for its beautiful harbour and caruggi (narrow streets), Vernazza also boasts cafes and epic sea views.
![Grapes on a vine at a vineyard in Cinque Terre.](https://lp-cms-production.imgix.net/2020-09/LPT0714_052.jpg?w=1920&auto=format&q=75)
Vineyards
Oenophiles and casual sippers will flock to Cinque Terre's many vineyards, where you can sample the region's famed wines.
![An evening view of the village of Vernazza.](https://lp-cms-production.imgix.net/2020-09/LPT_Extras_097.jpg?w=1920&auto=format&q=75)
Epic Seaviews
The five fishing villages of Cinque Terre climb up onto the hillsides, meaning epic seaviews are around every corner.
![LPT_Extras_118.jpg](https://lp-cms-production.imgix.net/2020-09/LPT_Extras_118.jpg?w=1920&auto=format&q=75)
Scenic Walks
While you're sure to be charmed by the villages, the hikes between them will give you ample chance to admire the incredible scenery.
![A bowl full of lemons.](https://lp-cms-production.imgix.net/2020-09/LPT1113_019.jpg?w=1920&auto=format&q=75)
Lemons and Limoncino
The region, and particularly the village of Monterosso, is known for its lemon groves - and the limoncino liquer that is produced.
![Town in mountains towering over tranquil sea in Cinque Terre.](https://lp-cms-production.imgix.net/2020-09/GettyImages-1178802111.jpg?w=1920&auto=format&q=75)
Epic Coastlines
If anything can take your gaze away from the gorgeous villages of Cinque Terre, it's the epic rocky coastline that drops off into crystal waters.
![Seafood spaghetti at a beautiful trattoria in Cinque Terre.](https://lp-cms-production.imgix.net/2020-09/LPT1113_009.jpg?w=1920&auto=format&q=75)
Delicious Seafood
What better place to sample fresh seafood than some of the world's most beautiful historic fishing villages?
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