Christopher Columbus in Santa Margherita
Santa Margherita is a beautiful town on the Ligurian coast, just south of Portofino. It was once home to a coral fishing fleet. I doubt there would be any coral left in these waters – just as well the town now fishes for tourists.
It is a delightful town to wander in. Be sure to leave the beachfront and look in the back streets to see the trompe l’oeil decorations on many of the buildings.
the street behind the beachfront
a pretty door
tell the time on the front of the building
trompe l'oeil - these windows are not what they seem
the washing has to go somewhere
fig, pine nut and caramel tart
a pretty apartment
interesting building
beach cabins
gorgeous Santa Margherita
We took the boat from Rapallo to Portofino and back to Santa Margherita. It is a great way to travel between the towns and see the fabulous coastline at the same time.