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 Portofino(Por-to-fi-no) The term "portofino" as derive from the Roman "Portus Delphini, an initiatory sanctuary dedicated to the Roman God Mithrus, a popular god among the Roman soldiers. |
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Portofino, Italy
A few hours drive from Italy's greatest seaport of Genoa, Portofino is in the Ligurian region of northwestern Italy. Among the nubs and notches of the Italian coastline, Monte de Portofino is one of the most beloved. Protected as a natural park, it offers several lovely walks especially up to its summit as well as priceless views of the Riviera and out to sea as far as the island of Elba. Better known abroad as the Italian  Riviera, the area around Genoa is a famous destination of Europe's rich and famous. As Italy's most famous yet very exclusive
seafront resort, the stunning village of Portofino, with its colorful seafront, is the setting for Italy's high society on vacation. The
rich and famous treat this place as their personal playground primarily because of its seclusion and spectacular beauty, and in
the hope that at Potofino, they will be sheltered from the oftentimes prying eyes and cameras of the paparazzi. Considered as
one of Italy's most romantic nooks, Portofino was originally discovered by artist, and then later by the yachting set, who fell in
love with its delightful port farmed by mellowed, narrow houses.
A way of life with a relaxed and easy pace. Yet maintaining a very exclusive ambience. |
Portofino has retained its exclusively is
spite of the annual deluge of visitors even for just a summer afternoon of window-shopping in its smart boutiques. It is lifestyle that
inspired Fil-Estate's latest venture in resort development.
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