Riomaggiore is known to be the southernmost village of Cinque Terre. It was founded in the early 13th century and lived off fishing and winemaking for centuries to come. Until today, vineyards have played an essential role in the economic life of the region, though tourism has become much more critical to the people living here. Though there are many tourists, especially in summertime, there are no grand hotels or beach clubs to be found. The architecture of the village remains essentially the same, and so does the feeling of pure Italy.