Vernazza.Cinque Terre
by Jennie Breeze
Title
Vernazza.Cinque Terre
Artist
Jennie Breeze
Medium
Photograph - Original Img_0843
Description
Vernazza is a town located in the province of La Spezia, Liguria, northwestern Italy. It is one of the five towns that make up the Cinque Terre region. Vernazza is the fourth town heading north, has no car traffic, and remains one of the truest "fishing villages" on the Italian Riviera. First records recognizing Vernazza as a fortified town date back to the year 1080. The Church of Santa Margherita d'Antiochia, circa 1318 is unique for its east-facing entryway. In 1997, the Cinque Terre was recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and in 1999 the National Park of the Cinque Terre was born. Today the main source of revenue for Vernazza is tourism. However, as a testimony to the strength of centuries-old tradition, fishing, wine and olive oil production still continue to take place. On 25 October 2011, Vernazza was struck by torrential rains, massive flooding, and mudslides that left the town buried in over 4 metres of mud and debris, causing over 100 million euro worth of damage. The town was evacuated and remained in a continued state of emergency.
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February 3rd, 2015
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John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Jennie Breeze replied:
Thank you John! Appreciate being featured in your IMAGES THAT EXCITE YOU art group.
Jennie Breeze replied:
Thanks Chuck! Always a pleasure being featured in your SHIPS BOATS AND DINGHIES art group.