Dario Mitidieri, Photographer, Milan

Description

The image captures a panoramic view of Vernazza, one of the five villages of Cinque Terre in Italy. The village consists of closely packed buildings painted in bright pastel colors, creating a vibrant and picturesque scene. These buildings sit along the coastline, with the Ligurian Sea visible in shades of bright aqua and turquoise. A stone breakwater protects the harbor. In the background, steeply terraced hillsides rise, covered in green vegetation, with a railway tunnel visible. The sky is overcast, suggesting either early morning or late afternoon lighting, which diffuses the light evenly across the scene. The composition is from a high angle, providing a comprehensive view of the village layout and its integration with the natural landscape. Green bushes and plants in the foreground add depth to the image.