This image captures a high-angle view of the Lardarina, a long, steep outdoor staircase in Corniglia, Italy, descending towards the Ligurian Sea

This image captures a high-angle view of the Lardarina, a long, steep outdoor staircase in Corniglia, Italy, descending towards the Ligurian Sea. The staircase is constructed from reddish-brown bricks laid in a stretcher bond pattern, interspersed with sections of grey stone steps and risers. Multiple dark, rusted metal handrails flank both sides of the descending flights. Approximately 15-20 individuals are present on the stairs. Most are seen descending towards the sea, with figures visible across various levels of the staircase. In the foreground, two individuals are positioned on the stairs; one person is seen from the back, appearing to wear dark shorts and a top, with another person in a dark blue shirt and pants positioned slightly below them. Further down, a person in a white and blue striped long-sleeved shirt is observed ascending the stairs on the right side, holding the handrail. Lush green Mediterranean vegetation, including trees and dense shrubs, borders the staircase on both sides and extends down to the coastline. A tall, light-colored utility pole with a streetlight fixture stands on the left side near a stone retaining wall. A railway line is visible along the distant coast on the left, just above the deep blue sea. The scene is brightly illuminated by natural daylight. A small piece of white debris is visible on the brick steps in the lower foreground.