One of the most beautifully preserved parts of the Ligurian coast and one of the jewels of the world, the Cinque Terre offers some of the most picturesque villages in the world. A group of traditional fishing villages, perched on the hills, just above the Mediterranean, these villages are now famed in the entire world. Each of the five villages of Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore consists of a jungle of winding streets, enchanting cafes and traditional buildings.