Liguria is very much preferred for its picturesque towns, amazingly beautiful coast and fine cuisine (pesto, farinata and focaccia are typical Ligurian dishes). Bed and breakfasts in Liguria are probably the best way to enjoy the region in full in unbeatable authentic setting. Liguria's coast includes La Riviera di Ponente and La Riviera di Levante, which boast fascinating landscapes and some of the most picturesque and world-renowned sea ports and resorts such as Genova, La Spezia, Sanremo, Portofino, Bordighera, Ospedaletti, Alassio, Ventimiglia, Albissola Marina, Andora, Finale Ligure, Varazze, Arenzano, Taggia, Bogliasco, Campo Ligure, Lerici, Balardo, Rapallo. They are perfect for diving, sailing, canoeing, yachating, surfing, kite surfing and windsurfing. Coastal bed and breakfasts in Liguria may be found perched on the hills of small medieval towns or in cosy stone manors along winding cobbled streets, in spacious villas and elegant town houses. Along the coast is located the Cinque Terre National Park, which includes Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Monterosso al Mare, Corniglia, Manarola, Punta Mesco (Levanto) and Campiglia Sunsets (La Spezia). Besides the temptations of the coast, great outdoors enthusiast might find Aveto Natural Regional Park a truly amazing place for a peaceful holiday in the mountain and ecotourism. Liguria is also quite appealing to history and culture hunters. Its major towns and cities are an intriguing mixture of ancient Etruscan, Roman and medieval atmosphere. It is very common to see Roman remains along with 5th to 13th century castles, palaces, churches and abbeys. Some of the most noteworthy ancient Roman site are located in Luni, Albenga, Quiliano, and Ventimiglia. Fine Romanesque and Gothic architecture may be seen in Genoa, Levanto, Dolceacqua, Varazze, Taggia, Campo Ligure, Finale Ligure, La Spezia. Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical landmarks may be seen in Campo Ligure, Genova, Savona, Imperia, Bogliasco, Arenzano. In these historic and cultural centers Liguria bed and breakfasts may be found in elegant mansions, town houses, private apartments. A bed and breakfast in Liguria may also be discovered in old country houses and restored farms in the countryside.