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Why
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is special
It's heaven's gift to the postcard industry. Even back in Roman Times Portofino was called the world's most charming port. And, 19th century sweethearts called it the perfect romantic hideaway.
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What
is
the setting like?
Tiny Portofino is cozily tucked into the side of a small wooded promontory on the blue Mediterranean Sea. Visual highlights include:
Boats
Portofino's miniscule bay is neatly packed with pricey yachts, common pleasure boats and, as a vestige of its
past, some fishing boats.
Waterfront
It's lined with multicolored pastel buildings, canopied outdoor cafes
and a quay fit for strolling lovers.
Villas
Portofino's surrounding hills host bougainvillea-garnished
villas owned by the rich and famous.
How
has Portofino
changed over time?
Through the centuries the settlement functioned primarily as a fishing village and, occasionally, as a small naval port.
Today, Portofino is a classy and world-famous resort-village. It is blessed with the Italian Riviera's sunny summer climate.
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