La Spezia: Home to an age-old boat race in the Gulf of Poets

By Laura Egan
Community contribution / 3 years, 9 months ago

Just a stone’s throw from Italy’s world famous Cinque Terre, the port city of La Spezia is often a stopover for tourists... but unbeknownst to many, it’s worth stopping there for a few days to explore.

Photo: ANSA

The winding streets of the old town are hugely atmospheric and there are plenty of cosy trattorias showcasing the best ...

By Laura Egan

Community

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