Naples, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast
NAPLES, POMPEII AND THE AMALFI COAST This route runs from Naples through the artistic and archaeological sites of Pompeii, to continue along the beautiful Amalfi Coast, dotted with small towns that are rich in culinary traditions and crafts, as well as beautiful scenery and a crystal-clear sea. |
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Details Category: Culture, nature Length: 330 km Means of transport: car Best in: Spring / Summer Information The stunning scenery and breathtaking views, the tiny villages perched on the cliffs overlooking the blue sea, the colorful houses, the scents of the Mediterranean, and the ancient watch towers, make this route an opportunity to discover an immense natural and cultural heritage, in contact with age-old craft traditions. Local cuisine: scialatielli with clams, ndunderi, fresh ricotta, mozzarella, tuna and anchovies from Cetara, Provolone del Monaco, maritata soup, Pezzenta, squid and potatoes, noodles with lemon, gnocchi alla Sorrentina, caprese salad, Napolitean pizza, sarchiapone from Atrani, sfogliatelle, lobster-tale pastries, baba, lemon delight, pizza roce Wines: limoncello, Amalfi Coast DOC wine, Aglianico, Biancolella, Tintore, Pepella, Ravello, GranCaruso  |
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The stops
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NAPLES Campania's capital city, at the center of the gulf between the Vesuvius and Campi Flegrei, is a city bustling with history and art, whose town center is listed among the UNESCO heritage sites. The city of Bourbons is a real treasure trove of palaces, churches, castles and museums that tell the 2,500 year-old history of the place. Don't miss: Museum Capodimonte, Maschio Angioino Castle, the Royal Palace, San Carlo Theatre, Piazza Plebiscito, Galleria Umberto I, Gambrinus Café, Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, which houses the relics of Saint Gennaro, Castel dell'Ovo, the Veiled Christ at the Sansevero Chapel Discover the Farmhouses in Naples >> |
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PROCIDA A volcanic island in the area of Campi Flegrei, Procida is characterized by tiny pastel-colored houses, caves of tuff and a century-old tradition of seafaring life. Visit the charming village of Corricella, where the fishermen's houses cling to the steep coast, with its staircases and typical terraces. Don't miss: Terra Murata, a colorful medieval town which still preserves its ancient walls, the Avalos Palace, the Benedictine Abbey of San Michele, the literary park dedicated to author Elsa Morante, the port of Marina Grande Discover the Farmhouses in Campi Flegrei >>> |
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ISCHIA The largest of the volcanic islands in the Gulf of Naples, Ischia, formerly known as Pithecusa, i.e. the island of pottery masters, boasts famous hot springs and a tradition of viticulture. Also known as the "green island", Ischia has a great natural variety and beautiful trails for walking and cycling. Don't miss: the Mediterranean village of Sant'Angelo, rising on a rock connected to the island by a narrow isthmus of land, with the charming Piazza Sant'Angelo and the marina, the Aragonese Castle, the beautiful towers of Forio d'Ischia, and Belvedere San Nicola on the summit of Mount Epomeo Discover the Farmhouses in Campi Flegrei >>> |
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POMPEI The Roman ruins of Pompeii, destroyed by the terrible eruption of the Vesuvius in 79 AD, offer a unique glimpse into the daily life of times past. A visit along the ancient streets of the city will lead you to explore villas and patrician houses, gardens, baths, markets and shops of what once was a thriving trade center. Don't miss: in ancient Pompeii, the Forum, the real heart of the city, the Terme Stabiane, the ancient brothel, the House of the Faun, the Amphitheatre, the Temples of Apollo and Jupiter, the Villa of Mysteries with its frescoes; in the city, visit the Sanctuary of the Madonna of the Rosary Discover the Farmhouses in Pompeii >>> |
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SORRENTO The beautiful city that gives its name to the entire Sorrento peninsula, between the sea and the mountains, boasts a terrific cultural and folkloric heritage. Famous for its handmade lacework and wood inlays, the prized limoncello and a number of lemon specialties. Visit the old picturesque fishing district, also known as Marina Grande, and the lively center dotted with shops. Don't miss: Piazza Tasso, named after the poet who was born here, Corso Italia, Correale Museum, Basilica of St. Anthony with the eighteenth-century crib, the Belvedere, the Cathedral Discover the Farmhouses of the Sorrento Peninsula >>> |
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CAPRI The crystal-clear sea, the beautiful rocks rising from the sea, the small shops and narrow alleys, make the island of Capri romantic and charming. Stroll through the flowered terraces and sunny paths, and visit to the dramatic cliffs, caves and coves on the footsteps of the many intellectuals, artists and writers who have stayed here. Don't miss: the Grotta Azzurra, accessible only by rowing boat, the Piazzetta, a trip on the funicular that connects the port of Marina Grande to the historic center, Via Krupp, the Gardens of Augustus, the Belvedere of Punta Tragara |
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POSITANO The pastel-colored houses cling to the steep rock, surrounded by the chain of Mounts Lattari and reflected into the clear waters of the sea. A maze of narrow alleys and steps enclose some delightful craft shops, among the intense perfume of the lemon trees and the bright colors of bougainvillea. Don't miss: the Path of the Gods, the Church of Santa Maria Assunta with the tiled dome, Fornillo beach, the Saracen towers, La Porta Cave Discover the Farmhouses of the in Positano >>> |
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AMALFI One of the most famous tourist destinations in the world for its long history, combining important monuments with a beautiful natural setting, the colorful Amalfi, a UNESCO heritage site, lends its name to the Amalfi Coast, also known as "the coast of gods". Perched on a ridge overlooking the sea, the town that once was a maritime republic, maintains a long tradition of paper craftsmanship. Don't miss: the Cathedral, the Arsenal of the Republic, the museum of Paper, the Cloister of Paradiso, and the fabulous Emerald Cave Discover the Farmhouses of the Amalfi Coast >>> |
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VIETRI Set in the Gulf of Salerno at the foot of Monte San Liberatore, Vietri sul Mare is popular for its handcrafted colorful ceramics. The houses with tiled floors and the little churches with majolica domes that dominate the landscape of the Gulf of Salerno are amazing. Don't miss: Confraternity of Our Lady of the Assumption and the Rosary, the sixteenth-century Crestarella Tower, the Church of St. John the Baptist, the Museum of Ceramics, Oasis of Bosco Croce Discover the Farmhouses of the Vietri sul Mare >>> |
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SANT'AGATA DE'GOTI One of the most beautiful villages in Italy, at the foot of Mount Taburno, Sant'Agata de'Goti still shows the typical medieval layout with narrow streets and picturesque squares, situated on a terrace surrounded by streams. Taste the local products like cherries, apples annurche and wine Sant'Agata Falanghina. Don't miss: the Church of the Annunziata, Piazza Trieste, Ducal Castle, the Church of St. Angelo in Munculanis, Cathedral of the Assumption |
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CASERTA Caserta's Reggia, a magnificent example of eighteenth-century architecture, is a majestic building commissioned by Charles of Bourbon the king of Naples to Luigi Vanvitelli. Surrounded by an immense landscaped park, the Royal Palace, which from the start was meant to compete with Versailles, is home to the royal apartments and to a number of historical relics. Don't miss: the park of the Palace, which extends over 120 hectares and is a UNESCO site, including Italian and English gardens, and several beautiful fountains with waterfalls and statues; among them, are Peschiera Grande, and the fountain of Diana and Actaeon. Discover the Farmhouses in Caserta >>> |
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