This image captures a multi-tiered view of Vernazza, Italy, under a clear blue sky

This image captures a multi-tiered view of Vernazza, Italy, under a clear blue sky. In the upper section, a group of approximately 15-20 indistinct human figures is visible on a flat, open area atop a stone fortification or cliff edge. They appear to be standing and observing, positioned behind a light blue railing. To the right, the deep blue Tyrrhenian Sea is visible. Below this fortification, and integrated into the hillside, is a restaurant terrace. This terrace features a row of eight circular patio umbrellas, all fully open and displaying a distinct red and white striped pattern. Below the umbrellas, dark tables and chairs are discernible, suggesting an outdoor dining area. Further down the hillside, a cluster of traditional multi-story Italian buildings dominates the mid-ground. One prominent red-painted building features multiple windows with dark green shutters; its upper level includes two small balconies, one of which holds what appears to be a small table and two chairs. Adjacent and below are other residential structures in various hues, including pale pinks and yellows, with flat or gently sloping roofs of varied colors. In the lower-mid ground, on the facade of a light beige two-story building, a flag is prominently displayed. The flag is rectangular, composed of three horizontal stripes—black (top), white (middle), and green (bottom)—with a red triangle on the hoist side that overlaps the black and white stripes. This flag is draped over a balcony or window railing. The foreground contains sparse green foliage, partially obscuring the lowest visible buildings. Sunlight illuminates the scene, creating distinct shadows on the roofs and buildings.