Portofino

Portofino

Portofino is a living, breathing picture-postcard of the Italian coast. One of the most beautiful places on earth, it features colorful houses and shops along a picturesque waterfront, with lush green hills rising above. You can rub elbows with Europe's elite while strolling the streets, or sit beside them as you enjoy the priceless view and a glass of wine.

Attractions

Stroll around the harbor, stopping to explore the high-end boutiques and eateries as you go. After that, head away from the water and uphill for about 10 minutes. Taking a well-marked path from just behind the harbor, you'll get to Chiesa di San Giorgio. Built on the site of a sanctuary Roman soldiers dedicated to the Persian god Mithras, this picturesque church offers breathtaking views of the village on one side and the rocky cliffs and the sea on the other.

Shopping

Delicate, hand-knotted lace and macrame are still made locally and can be found in many local shops and boutiques. Tablecloths, shawls, handkerchiefs, and other items make lovely gifts and are a beautiful way to take home a piece of this ancient handicraft. If you're looking for artwork, you'll also find beautiful sculptures and crafts made from locally extracted slate. Slate extraction and processing is a traditional industry of the area, and artists and artisans have adopted the medium for their work.

Food

The Italian love of the freshest ingredients means fish and seafood are king here. You'll find it prepared a wealth of different ways, including fried fish, fish salad, even sweet and sour stockfish with pine nuts and raisins. Mussels are also popular, prepared alla marinara, stuffed with meat, or prepared with cheese, eggs and marjoram. Not to forget the most popular local fish of all - the anchovy. Served fresh or filled, it is most delicious when pickled.

Currency

The Euro (EUR), the currency of the European Union, is the official currency of Italy.

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