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Levanto, a famous seaside resort, has a large bay in the shelter of a luxuriant vegetation mediaterranea. E 'set between Monterosso, the first of the 5 Terre (Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore) Bonassola and therefore also the surrounding area are delightful and very characteristic, and famous throughout the world.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

The 06 June 2009 confirms Legambiente Levanto fifty of the best seaside resorts in Italy thanks to the goodness of its sea, the artistic and environmental heritage of its territory, the quality of services and cultural activities, the variety of its food and wine production.

In 2003 he was awarded the "Premio Cittaslow", a prestigious recognition given to the country which has gained for the improvement of quality of life at every level and the exploitation of tradition and territory, through research, experimentation, innovation and implementation of solutions for the organization of the city. "

SEA

Levanto or before Ceula called, has a very clear sea, rich in marine flora and fauna to be observed and photographed through free or guided dives in the blue of the marine park of the promontory of Mesco in 5 of the national park lands in the coast of Framura ecct.

Nerve center of the country, the sea is wild and free in its nature and then offers periodically surges with waves beyond the 3-meter ridden by surf enthusiasts.

Indeed in recent years Levanto goal is recognized and appreciated by surfers and not only, as even those who do not practice this sport like the show originated by the waves and the professionals of the table.

BEACH

The coast and its beaches are an added value of Levanto, thanks to the vastness and variety there is something for everyone and for everyone! Sandy purpose bowl, rocks, piers for the hunting of both crabs and beach , free, but certainly excellent facilities and bathing facilities held and managed with any type of service and comfort.

TOURISM

Levanto is always open to new tourist destination but remains fixed for many who are now Levantesi nell'anima and heart. So the country has always constantly perfectionism with regard to the facilities in general, from hotels, to bed & breakfast, to let, to hostels and homes for the holidays.

Levanto is growing and is in continuous development and maintains the best traditions with excellent restaurants where the fish is the king, trattorie with good Ligurian dishes, pizza, FOCACCERIA features and do not forget to finish with a good ice cream in one of the famous ice cream parlors.

Historical cultural attractions to visit:

Church of St. Andrew. An example of Gothic ligure of the thirteenth century with the facade in white and black bands and a magnificent rose window that overlap the main entrance.

Church of Santa Maria della Costa.

Church of Nostra Signora della Guardia.

Church of San Giacomo.

Church of San Rocco.

Church of Santissima Annunziata

Agnelli villa. Climbing to the tip of the most beautiful country, with its beautiful gardens, built in early 1900.

This last is the "Stone" to the sea. Piazza della Loggia, as defined for a loggia of the thirteenth century. The distinctive building was built in the late medieval period on the bank of the canal port that until the end of '400 was the center of trade of the country, and was eventually buried by the materials downstream part by torrents.

On 20.7.2007 the medieval loggia has been recognized by UNESCO as the "witness monument of culture and peace" Piazza Cavour once the courtyard of the Monastery of the Poor Clares now under its arcades are housed City Hall, the Public Library and other services for citizens. At the center of the courtyard is still visible through a pane of glass and special lighting, a well used by the sisters.

General Staglieno square dedicated to General Domenico Staglieno, general engineering during the war of Crimea in 1854, and manufacturer of all the extensive network of roads, the pace of ligurian Bracco, branches to Bonassola, Deiva and Levanto is a great piazza with public gardens, in front of the sea.

Medieval Castle. Built to defend the country and still perfectly preserved.

The walls

the clock tower

Portions of LEVANTO

Going gently into the hills, the fractions of Levanto, are the framework and maintain almost intact the flavor of a time. Along the road that leads to Monterosso, we find Ridarolo, Gallona, Fontona, Legnaro and New Church. Going instead to the main road that leads then to the exit of Carrodano see Fossato, Casella, Montale, Vignana, Lerici, Pastine, Molino and Ghiare.

Just turn off the road that costeggerà to reach Bonassola, glimpsed La Lizza, Lavaggiorosso, Groppo and Dosso.