Cinque Terre (Con't)
This very unique "Four-Tower" hotel underwent a renovation from 2001 to 2003. The first floor "cantina" with its stone walls and arch have been left as they were originally built with very few changes. Rooms in the upper floors have been restored according to an ecological design, with lots of detailing using local, traditional craftsmanship and materials. In addition to wonderful views of the ocean, each guest room features a safe, hair dryer, satellite TV and a mini bar. Or, choose to stay in a studio apartment (2-4 persons) with a small kitchen, and a bathroom with shower. Keep in mind, this is a hotel for independent travelers who don't need a lot of special services during their stay.
Manarola is probably the oldest town, and one of the smallest, of the five towns of Cinque Terre. San Lorenzso, a local church, was constructed starting in 1338. In the Manarolese dialect, the village's name was changed to "magna roea" meaning "large wheel", for the mill wheel located in the town. On the upper edge of this village is the Gothic church, the Natività di Maria Vergine. At the front of the church is a marvelous rose created from Carrara marble. Opposite this church you'll find the free-standing bell-tower and a 16th century watch-tower. Don’t miss the “White bell tower,” an ancient watchtower (mentioned above), the ancient San Rocco Hospital and the Oratory of Disciplinati della Santissima Annunziata dating back to about 1400. Once you've explored the town you might want to hike among the region's
vineyards.
Sample a snack of pesto focaccia with the local wine, called Sciacchetrà, while enjoying a spectacular sunset from the terrace. Ravioli al pesto is also a favorite local dish you'll want to try during your stay. Order a cappuccino to enjoy with your breakfast each morning.
If you arrive by train, the Manarola train station is on the GENOVA-ROMA train line. Arpaiu is about a five minute walk from the station. By car, you will have to park by the road or at the parking lot located the very end of the main road before the pedestrian zone. Again, about a five minute walk will get you to the hotel.
Please call us at 559-324-8150 or email us at info@perfectvacationtravel.com to set up an appointment to start planning your extraordinary travel to Italy.
Italian Ventures travel agency at 1122 E. Champlain Dr., Ste 102 in beautiful Piazza del Fiore shopping center in Fresno, CA.
This very unique "Four-Tower" hotel underwent a renovation from 2001 to 2003. The first floor "cantina" with its stone walls and arch have been left as they were originally built with very few changes. Rooms in the upper floors have been restored according to an ecological design, with lots of detailing using local, traditional craftsmanship and materials. In addition to wonderful views of the ocean, each guest room features a safe, hair dryer, satellite TV and a mini bar. Or, choose to stay in a studio apartment (2-4 persons) with a small kitchen, and a bathroom with shower. Keep in mind, this is a hotel for independent travelers who don't need a lot of special services during their stay.
Manarola is probably the oldest town, and one of the smallest, of the five towns of Cinque Terre. San Lorenzso, a local church, was constructed starting in 1338. In the Manarolese dialect, the village's name was changed to "magna roea" meaning "large wheel", for the mill wheel located in the town. On the upper edge of this village is the Gothic church, the Natività di Maria Vergine. At the front of the church is a marvelous rose created from Carrara marble. Opposite this church you'll find the free-standing bell-tower and a 16th century watch-tower. Don’t miss the “White bell tower,” an ancient watchtower (mentioned above), the ancient San Rocco Hospital and the Oratory of Disciplinati della Santissima Annunziata dating back to about 1400. Once you've explored the town you might want to hike among the region's
vineyards.
Sample a snack of pesto focaccia with the local wine, called Sciacchetrà, while enjoying a spectacular sunset from the terrace. Ravioli al pesto is also a favorite local dish you'll want to try during your stay. Order a cappuccino to enjoy with your breakfast each morning.
If you arrive by train, the Manarola train station is on the GENOVA-ROMA train line. Arpaiu is about a five minute walk from the station. By car, you will have to park by the road or at the parking lot located the very end of the main road before the pedestrian zone. Again, about a five minute walk will get you to the hotel.
Please call us at 559-324-8150 or email us at info@perfectvacationtravel.com to set up an appointment to start planning your extraordinary travel to Italy.
Italian Ventures travel agency at 1122 E. Champlain Dr., Ste 102 in beautiful Piazza del Fiore shopping center in Fresno, CA.
