Riomaggiore is named after the stream that passes through it; and 'a set of houses that seem stacked one on top, with colorful colors that from the top of the village arrive until porticciolocreando a picturesque landscape.

In fact, the cube shape of these houses inspired many artists of the twentieth century, especially those belonging to the movement of Macchiaioli. It seems that Riomaggiore is the most ancient village of the 5 Terre and its origin is due to the Greek refugees. for more information on the 5 Terre villages you can see this site that will allow you to take a virtual tour of the 5 Terre.