Yesterday we went to the beautiful towns of Cinque Terre. It was about a 3 hour drive south by bus. Cinque terre literally means five lands and stands for five little towns hidden in hills overlooking the Mediterranean sea connected by hiking paths. We took a bus to the first town of Monterosso, where we walked around and snapped some beautiful photos. We then got on a ferry boat that took us to the second town of Vernazza. This little town was home to Italy's most famous Focaccia bread and I have to say I agree; it practically melted in my mouth! Next, we took an hour and a half treacherous hike that i was not in any way prepared for. We weaved up and down rocky mountain paths in 95 degree weather until we reached the town of Corniglia where we devoured a much needed gelato. Seeing as we were a group of 13 fashion design students and not Olympic trainees we opted to hop on the train to the next town of Manarola. Lastly we walked along the much shorter and more stable "love path" to the town of Riomaggiore. The love path is breathtakingly scenic and filled with stories. Couples take the walk along the love path which is lined with metal fencing. They bring a lock with them and attach it to the fencing where they etch their names into the rock. They then throw the key into the Sea sealing their love there forever. Once we reached the final town we took a quick dip in the Mediterranean. This was by far the most rewarding part of the experience. It was a perfect day in one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen.
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