Portofino

If the balmy weather and the picture perfect settings don’t seduce just relax, breathe deeply and take in the sights as you will never forget your holiday in Portofino and if you can manage to tear yourself away from all the relaxation, there is a lot to do in Portofino which forms part of the Amalfi Coast and has become legendary for its maginificent scenery and views.

The beaches are one of the biggest draws in Portofino. Just lazing on the beach, watching the stunning views and the harbor can really induce anyone to spend all their time just doing this. During the summer months, the harbor becomes the hub of all the yachting. Amateurs and professionals come into Portofino to drop anchor for the season. The tourist harbor is equipped to handle up to 300 boats to accommodate all the people who come in to Portofino for its spectacular yachting. It has played host to some of the most prestigious crafts of the world what with its reputation as an exclusive destination attracting the most discerningly exclusive type of tourist. Sea sports like sailing and windsurfing too is a big draw here. The Portofino Diving Centre which is open the whole year through supports diving enthusiasts who explore the reef and the sights underwater. The wreck of the Mohawk Deer and Christ of the Abyss are popular diving attractions.

If you can tear yourself away from the buzz around the harbor, there are a few other must see sights in Portofino. One such is the Castello Brown which is a castle dating to the 16th century. It was once used to defend the area and is now primarily a museum. The Castello Brown has one of the most fantastic views of the harbor and the Mediterranean Sea. San Giorgio is another museum worth a look. This is an old church that offers a view of Portofino in the present which is a total contrast to the building itself. A tomb stone bears testimony that the relics of St. George are preserved here. The Church of St. Martin built in the 12th century. And the Gothic styled Oratory of Santa Maria Assunta are some of the other must see sights of Portofino.

Written for Portofino.com by Arturo