Lerici

Lerici is a town and comune in the province of La Spezia, in the Italian region of Liguria, part of the Italian Riviera. It is situated on the coast of the Gulf of La Spezia and is known as the place where the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley drowned. The town is connected by ferry to the Cinque Terre and Porto Venere. One of the main sights of Lerici is its castle, which contains a museum of palaeontology. The town has a rich history, dating back to the Etruscan period, and has been involved in various conflicts throughout the centuries. Lerici is also home to several frazioni, including San Terenzo, Tellaro, and La Serra, and is a popular destination for those looking to experience the authentic Italian Riviera