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riviera
2 English words descend from Italian
riviera
, most common first.
riviera
Any coastal area popular with tourists.
Mayan Riviera
A coastline on the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico; between Cancun and Punta Allen. A holiday spot containing beach resorts reminiscent of the French Riviera.