Take a tour of Italian Town of Lerici in Lerici, Italy - part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.

The town of Lerici in northern Italy holds many spectacular sites, such as the fortified castle that now houses a paleontology museum.

This gentle commune on Italy’s coast has existed since ancient Etruscan times.

It has had a long and often tumultuous history, having been conquered, sold, and fought over many times.

The town is bordered by a waterfront promenade, forest walking trails and miles of beach.

As a town on the Italian Riviera, Lerici is known for its abundant marine activities.

Every August, rowboats gather in the harbor to prepare for the annual rowing contest.