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Audio Guide Riomaggiore Castle

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Duration: 12 min
Riomaggiore Castle
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About this place

Riomaggiore's 13th-century fortress, built around 1260, sits high on the Cerricò hillside overlooking the village. The structure features a square base with two substantial circular towers, characteristic of medieval defensive architecture. Today it serves as a venue for exhibitions and cultural events, whilst offering panoramic views across the Mediterranean. Worth a visit for both its historical significance and commanding vistas of the coastline.

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Salita Castello, 19017 Riomaggiore SP, Italy
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Permanent Exhibition 'Cinque Terre, A Human Landscape'

Permanent Exhibition 'Cinque Terre, A Human Landscape'

The permanent exhibition 'Cinque Terre, Un Paesaggio Umano' is located within Riomaggiore Castle and charts the history and transformation of the Cinque Terre landscape through photographs and text. Established by the ProLoco Riomaggiore association in partnership with the local council, the exhibition explains how human intervention has shaped this territory over centuries. Without centuries of terracing and settlement, the area would consist solely of sheer cliffs and woodland. What to see here reveals the intricate relationship between the five villages and their dramatically transformed natural environment.

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Manario VR Experience

Manario VR Experience

Manario VR Experience is a permanent museum exhibition that opened on 29 June 2024 inside Castello di Riomaggiore. Visitors can explore the landscapes of Riomaggiore and Manarola through 20 high-tech virtual reality headsets. The seven-minute experience presents 360-degree imagery narrated by the voice of Macchiaiolo painter Telemaco Signorini, contrasting how these locations appeared when the artist first visited in 1860 with their present-day appearance. A fascinating glimpse into how these Cinque Terre villages have transformed over more than 160 years.

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Panoramic Terrace

Panoramic Terrace

The panoramic terrace is part of the Castello di Riomaggiore and ranks among its principal attractions. From this vantage point, visitors can take in expansive views across the village and the Cinque Terre coastline. It's an ideal spot to visit for photographs and to appreciate the dramatic landscape that defines this UNESCO-listed region.

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3 points of interest included
  • 1.Permanent Exhibition 'Cinque Terre, A Human Landscape'
  • 2.Manario VR Experience
  • 3.Panoramic Terrace

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