Liguria is a coastal and mountainous region in the northwest of Italy that runs up to the border with France. Known as the Italian Riviera, its calling cards are beautiful seaside towns tumbling down cliffs. Venture a bit further inland and find authentic villages and gastronomic delicacies like San Stè cheese, chestnuts, and porcini mushrooms. Pound some pesto in one of the five car-free towns of Cinque Terre and then head to Genova to discover the fascinating history of this gritty and lively port city.