The Cinque Terre are ancient fishing villages located along the indented Italian coastline. Each of these villages is characterized by colorful houses and vineyards clinging to the steep terraces built on the coast. The ports are crowded with fishing boats and in typical restaurants you can try the seafood specialties, as well as the famous Ligurian condiment: pesto. The Sentiero Azzurro, a hiking path that stretches along the coast, connects the Cinque Terre with each other and offers splendid views of the sea.