This high-angle image captures the coastal town of Vernazza, Italy, under a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds

This high-angle image captures the coastal town of Vernazza, Italy, under a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds. The town is nestled into a steep, verdant hillside on the left, which is covered in dense green foliage, including discernible prickly pear cacti in the foreground. The Mediterranean Sea, a deep blue with sun-dappled reflections, extends to the horizon on the right. The central feature is Vernazza's small, crescent-shaped harbor, protected by a stone breakwater and an extending concrete pier. Densely packed, multi-story buildings with colorful pastel facades (terracotta, pink, yellow, orange) line the harbor and climb the surrounding slopes. The Church of Santa Margherita d'Antiochia, identifiable by its octagonal bell tower and dome, is prominent near the waterfront. Perched on a rocky promontory overlooking the sea to the right is the Doria Castle, marked by its visible stone tower. Numerous small boats are moored within the harbor and alongside the pier. A sandy/pebble beach is visible at the head of the harbor. A significant number of small figures representing people are dispersed across the beach, along the waterfront promenade, and densely populating the pier, indicating active pedestrian movement. Faint wakes from distant watercraft are visible in the open sea. The overall scene is brightly illuminated by direct sunlight, indicating daytime conditions.