Read The Wonders of Portofino and the Italian Riviera

The Wonders of Portofino and the Italian Riviera

Unknown Author

4.9/5 (30247 ratings)

Description:For years, Portofino has been synonymous with la dolce vita, and in this addition to White Star’s acclaimed list of travel photography books, readers are given a spectacular guided tour through this glorious region. Taken by two of Italy’s foremost travel photographers, the images in this handsome volume present Liguria’s diverse landscapes and architecture, revealing off-the-beaten track facets of this popular tourist destination as well as the instantly recognizable emblems of the region. Photographs showcase the historical buildings of the via Garibaldi–houses of noble families dating back to the 1500s–the architecture of the medieval center, the beauty and variety of the five medieval villages perched above the sea that, combined, make up Cinque Terre: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore, and the fashionable resorts, marinas, and pastel-colored houses of elegant Portofino. Supplementing the splendid photographs, an engaging text takes readers on a memorable journey through the region’s most noteworthy sites, highlighting the significance of the varied architecture and monuments. A concise history of the area is provided, as is a well-rounded view of Liguria today. A superb souvenir for travelers to Italy and an enticing retreat for armchair travelers, this volume is an adventure to be savored, capturing the many faces of this beloved region, both natural and man-made.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Wonders of Portofino and the Italian Riviera. To get started finding The Wonders of Portofino and the Italian Riviera, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
Our library is the biggest of these that have literally hundreds of thousands of different products represented.

Pages: —

Format: PDF, EPUB & Kindle Edition

Publisher: —

Release: —

ISBN: 8854402702

Description: For years, Portofino has been synonymous with la dolce vita, and in this addition to White Star’s acclaimed list of travel photography books, readers are given a spectacular guided tour through this glorious region. Taken by two of Italy’s foremost travel photographers, the images in this handsome volume present Liguria’s diverse landscapes and architecture, revealing off-the-beaten track facets of this popular tourist destination as well as the instantly recognizable emblems of the region. Photographs showcase the historical buildings of the via Garibaldi–houses of noble families dating back to the 1500s–the architecture of the medieval center, the beauty and variety of the five medieval villages perched above the sea that, combined, make up Cinque Terre: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore, and the fashionable resorts, marinas, and pastel-colored houses of elegant Portofino. Supplementing the splendid photographs, an engaging text takes readers on a memorable journey through the region’s most noteworthy sites, highlighting the significance of the varied architecture and monuments. A concise history of the area is provided, as is a well-rounded view of Liguria today. A superb souvenir for travelers to Italy and an enticing retreat for armchair travelers, this volume is an adventure to be savored, capturing the many faces of this beloved region, both natural and man-made.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Wonders of Portofino and the Italian Riviera. To get started finding The Wonders of Portofino and the Italian Riviera, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
Our library is the biggest of these that have literally hundreds of thousands of different products represented.

Special Offer | $0.00

Special Offer! | $0.00

The Wonders of Portofino and the Italian Riviera

The Wonders of Portofino and the Italian Riviera

More Books