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today we will visit italy and explore
one of the most beautiful tourist
destinations in the world
the breathtaking amalfi coast
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the amalfi coast a unesco world heritage
site in the campania region
is a stunning stretch of coastline along
the sorrentine peninsula
south of naples and sorrento hillside
towns are built precariously along the
steep mountainsides that cascade down to
the sea
the coast covers 55 kilometers of
majestic terrain
sky high costal cliffs display vibrant
vegetation
and multi-colored towns attract visitors
from all over the world
for centuries rioters artists and
emperors have found inspiration and
respite in this stunning region
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a vertical landscape characterized by a
picturesque labyrinth of stairways and
narrow alleys
connecting the two main elements of this
landscape the mountains and the sea
a continuous succession of headlands and
inlets bays and fjords
with pebbled beaches and rocks on which
you can still see the ancient vice regal
towers
the first bull work of the local
population against the saracen attacks
the shift from the sea to mountain is
seamless the mountainsides were terraced
over the centuries
shaped by human labor to create flaps of
arable land
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all the towns of the amalfi coast are
connected by the scenic ss
163 road built in the first half of the
19th century
during the bourbon period and always
considered one of the most beautiful
roads in europe
following the natural course of the
coastline the route is full of curves
nestled between the rock and the sea
cliffs giving new and spectacular shots
at the exit of every tunnel
before the construction of the coastal
road locals reached all the towns via
mule tracks and footpaths
still existing and particularly
appreciated by trekking lovers for the
stunning views that can be enjoyed
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there are 13 towns spreading across the
amalfi coast
and we will take a closer look at each
of them
amalfi the town that gives its name to
the coast
is situated at the mouth of the valle de
molini it was the first of the four
maritime republics of italy
and for a long time had the monopoly of
trade with the east
it looks like a cluster of white houses
clinging to the rock and connected to
each other by covered alleys and
stairways at the center of the main
square there is the beautiful cathedral
of saint andrew
with its impressive staircase the bell
tower in arab norman style and the
charming cloister of paradise
the handmade paper museum and the
ancients arsenals of the republic are
also
worth a visit
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positano is one of the best known places
of the amalfi coast for its picturesque
staircases
white washed houses following the
natural course of the mountain and
creating a vertical landscape
appreciated by international artists
after the first world war
positano is famous for its handmade
leather sandals and cotton clothes
the so-called motive positano for its
beautiful
19th century buildings in mediterranean
style and its postcard landscapes with
the background of the tile
dome of the main church and legally
islands
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ravelo was already praised by the
italian poet pikachio in his de cameron
it houses one of the oldest music
festivals in italy
the revello festival in addition to
religious buildings
many of which dating from the medieval
period ancient palaces and noble
mansions co-exist with contemporary
buildings
such as the auditorium designed by the
brazilian architect oscar niemeyer
the view that you can enjoy from villa
symbol in belvedere is really stunning
and definitely one of the most famous in
the world
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ferora is also known as the town that
doesn't exist
for its urban layout characterized by
scattered villages surrounded by
terrorist vineyards
it is also called the painted village
for the beautiful murals realized on the
typical white-washed houses
aurora is the town of the fjord carved
over the centuries by the river scatter
every first sunday of july ferora is
hosting the high diving world
championship
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is the first town of the amalfi coast
coming from salerno and worldwide famous
for the production of bright colored
artistic ceramic
documented since the 15th century this
town is famous for its noble buildings
with richly decorated facades
and the picturesque hilly villages of
redo and albori
where you can still enjoy an antique
flavor atmosphere
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scala is the oldest town of the amalfi
coast and birthplace of gerardo sasso
founder of the knights of malta it is
surrounded by dense forests of chestnut
trees
it still preserves its quiet and
relaxing atmosphere that perfectly
harmonizes itself with the rich
historical monuments
revealing the wealth of the population
during the middle ages
mainly composed of noble merchants the
ruins of the basilica of santus statue
the largest church in the duchy of
amalfi is situated in panoramic position
overlooking the village of pontone
and still shows the beautiful inlay work
on the exterior side of the apses
frescoes and precious marble
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minori is an attractive and uncrowded
seaside town
at the center of a white cove on the
amalfi coast
it has a long tradition in the
production of handmade pasta
as well as in the processing of the
famous amalfi coast lemon
surrounded by lush terraced gardens the
small town hides architectural treasures
of great value
such as the ruins of the roman villa the
basilica of santa trophamina and the
bell tower of ann unciata in arab norman
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prayano with its genuine and authentic
atmosphere
far away from the mass tourism is
characterized by narrow streets making
their way through the mediterranean
vegetation
terraced gardens and typical houses
leading directly to the sea
here you can enjoy the most romantic
sunset of the whole coast
when the purple sun slowly disappears
behind the mountains
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miori is a coastal town built around the
medieval fortress of thoroplano
the wide promenade is bordered by the
norman tower on the east side
the marina and the charming maramura
castle on the west side
in the old town center beautiful
neoclassical buildings co-exist with
ancient vaulted houses
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tremonti is a hilly town of the amalfi
coast
surrounded by the green and lush
vegetation of the lotari mounts
it is the perfect place to enjoy the
authentic local food
in particular dairy products bread and
pizza prepared since the middle ages in
ovens using rye millet and barley
flour seasoned with lard and spices
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conca di marini a coastal village with a
centuries-old maritime tradition
is a natural balcony overlooking the sea
surrounded by the mediterranean
vegetation and terraced gardens
planted with lemon groves
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cheddar a fishing village gathered
around the main church dedicated to
saint peter
is an active fishing port specializing
in the processing and storage of tuna
and anchovy
creating culinary specialties
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atroni a beautiful and charming town
situated at the mouth of the valley del
dragon
is a natural amphitheater on the sea
offering the visitor picturesque
views as well as the pleasure to spend
relaxing moments in the main square
away from the mass tourism and very
close to the beach
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so
in 1997 unesco has included the amalfi
coast in its list of world heritage
sites
because it is an example of the
mediterranean landscape of great
cultural and scenic value resulting from
its topography and historical evolution
the amalfi coast is a major tourist
destination and draws over 5 million
visitors each year
the best time to visit the amalfi coast
is between april and june
at this time of year you will find warm
weather and flowers in bloom
in july and august tourists flock to the
amalfi coast and temperatures start to
rise as well
it is best to try to avoid these months
if you don't like the heat and high
prices
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which town on the amalfi coast would you
like to visit
leave a comment and tell us your opinion
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