Illustrated Cinque Terre scene — AI-generated artwork behind this world heritage site's word search puzzle
This Cinque Terre word search hides 12 words on a 15×15 grid — its architecture, its landscape, and the people who built it. Trace each one with a finger or mouse and it locks in as soon as the whole word is covered. No signup, no download.
Words to find: RIOMAGGIORE, MANAROLA, CORNIGLIA, VERNAZZA, MONTEROSSO, TERRACE, VINEYARD, OLIVE, LEMON, LIGURIA, GENOESE, COASTLINE.
Diagonals are where most players stall. Once you are down to the last word or two, sweep the diagonals deliberately.
Cinque Terre word list, defined
TERRACE/tɛrəs/ · noun
A raised platform or structure, typically at the side of a building, often used for outdoor seating or recreation. A level area of land, especially one that is artificially created by cutting into a hillside. Related: veranda, balcony, piazza, patio.
VINEYARD/ˈvaɪn.jɑːd/ · noun
A piece of land planted with grapevines for the cultivation of grapes, especially for wine production. Related: winery, vineyard estate, grape farm, wine estate.
OLIVE/ˈɒlɪv/ · noun
The edible fruit of the olive tree, typically green or black in colour, and often pickled or used in cooking. A small, usually dark green or black, oval fruit. Related: green, black, fruit, tree.
LEMON/ˈlɛmən/ · noun
A small, yellow, oval or round fruit with a sour taste, often eaten or used in cooking and drinks. A bright, citrusy flavor. Related: lime, orange, tangerine, citron.
COASTLINE/kɔːstlaɪn/ · noun
The line of the sea's edge where it meets the land, or the length of a country's border with the sea. A scenic or attractive part of a coastline, especially one with sandy beaches. Related: shore, seaboard, coast, beach.