This one is from Vernazza - one of the five little villages in the Cinque Terre region. As you may be able to tell, it's built on a cliff on one end and has a harbor on the other. Population, if you're wondering, is 500! One of the little villages, Corniglia, is completely on a cliff so no boats can stop by.
As promised, here's a picture of the prawns! Mmmmm, it was SOOOO good... (for Rachel)!
Yesterday, we took a day trip to the surrounding area of Chianti, famous for its Chianti Classico red wine. We had it at our wedding. Our tour consisted of visiting two tiny towns - Radda in Chianti and Vertine (pop. 30, but built in the 12 century, but still in perfect shape and very well maintained.) We also visited one of the largest wineries in Tuscany - Castello D'Albola. They have 9 wineries here, and one in... you won't believe it... Charlottesville, VA! We got to see the wine-making process in depth, and then taste the fruit of the vine, including a rare and unique wine to Tuscany called Vin Santo. I also had Grappa, which is made from the left overs. It is extremely strong - 45 - 65% alcohol. Above is a picture of the rolling lush green hills of Tuscany.
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