Apricale: The Medieval Borgo Suspended in the Hinterland of Ventimiglia
Apricale, a gem of the Ligurian hinterland: murals, the Castle of the Lizard, and authentic flavours among olive groves and breathtaking panoramas.
Jul 5, 2026Borghi, arte e storia minore
Si occupa di borghi, centri storici, chiese e siti archeologici: paesi sotto i mille abitanti e architetture fuori dalle guide turistiche ufficiali.
Apricale, a gem of the Ligurian hinterland: murals, the Castle of the Lizard, and authentic flavours among olive groves and breathtaking panoramas.
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