A Little Traveler-
Weekend Trips- Cinque Terre, Siena, and Venice!
When you're abroad traveling outside of your city is very easy through buses and trains. Each city has a rich history, traditions, and beauty like no other. From the colorful buildings in Cinque Terre to the canals of Venice-- Italy truly is beautiful in every aspect.
Cinque Terre- Vernazza, Manarola, and Monterosso
Cinque Terre is the gorgeous seaside that calms all minds. The five cities that make up Cinque Terre are known for the fishing, sailing, olive groves, vineyards, hiking trails and swimming. Cinque Terre is not a mainstream tourism destination, but it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Monterosso- This is the main destination for anyone looking for an amazing beach with crystal clear water and sun for miles. You can even rent paddle boats, kayaks, and swim to your hearts content.
Vernazza- Another one of the five cities in Cinque Terre. This is not a place to swim, but there is good kayaking and hiking. There is also a stone tower that is well preserved and perfect for viewing the entirety of the sea and a good place to have insightful thoughts.
Manarola- This is the city that has the famous colorful buildings that Cinque Terre is known for. There are small shops, amazing gelato, and great hiking spots. There are also the perfect swimming coves where the water is crystal clear. The rocks are covered in clams, crabs, and algae. There are caves waiting to be explored, but the rocks are very sharp!
Siena- The city that rivaled Florence
The city is adorned with many monuments and symbolic frescos. Their main attractions are the Palazzo Pubblico-- the large public square used in many traditions, their duomo-- that was meant to rival Firenze's Duomo, and the Torre del Mangia- the main tower in the square. The Facciatone is also climbable and has an amazing view of the city and its surroundings.
Venice- Murano Glass and Wanderlust Canals
Venice is completely breathtaking. From the Grand canal to the Piazza San Marco Venice is a true mark of history and beauty. A city comprised of small islands and water for miles-- the water calms the soul and opens the mind. The streets are curve and turns in different ways, getting lost is inevitable, but the small alleys and bridges are perfect for photo opportunities.
Even though I'm back from Florence now, all the little trips and culture will stay with me forever! Weekend trips were the perfect getaway to explore everything else Italy has to offer. Stay Tuned for more updates on the classes I took and opportunities on how you can study abroad too!
Until the next adventure ciao!
A Little Traveler
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