It is arguably one of the most beautiful and enchanting places in southern Italy. The Amalfi Coast, located along Campania’s stunning coastline in Italy, is renowned for its breathtaking beauty, picturesque seascapes and houses overlooking the sea.
An approximately 50-kilometer-long stretch of coastline that starts from the city of Salerno and ends on the rocky ridge of Sorrento. Characterized by steep cliffs, small sunny beaches, secret coves, sheer lemon groves and pastel-colored fishing villages. A place so enchanting and prized that it has received World Heritage designation since 1997.
A breathtakingly beautiful stretch of coastline that is worth visiting at least once in a lifetime.
Here you can see the smallest town in all of Southern Italy, Atrani. Admire the fjord beach of furore set in rock. Get to know the city of music, Ravello. Visit the most important and famous cathedral in the world, Amalfi Cathedral. And immerse yourself in the pastel colors of beautiful Positano.
An enchanting place that will remain etched in the heart and mind.
Each village present on the coast has its own peculiarity and particularity, each of them is wonderful to discover and to see.
Positano
Starting with Positano one of the jewels of the Amalfi Coast. Famous for its picturesque pastel-colored houses climbing the cliffs overlooking the sea.
With the splendid majolica dome of the Church of Santa Maria Assunta. The narrow winding streets, fashion and local craft stores, charming beaches and panoramic views.
The Path of the Gods and the Emerald Grotto. Positano is a favorite destination for many tourists who are enchanted to see a cliff of multicolored houses reflected in the blue Tyrrhenian Sea.
Amalfi
Amalfi, one of Italy’s four Maritime Republics, from which the Coast takes its name, is another gem of the region.
The narrow medieval streets, stores selling limoncello, local handicrafts, and the waterfront overlooking the crystal clear sea all contribute to its unique and evocative atmosphere. A gem of rare beauty and historical importance.
Starting with the famous Cathedral of St. Andrew, or Amalfi Cathedral, the symbol of the city. Located in the Piazza del Duomo, the cathedral is famous for its spectacular Arab-Norman facade and monumental staircase.
Passing through the paper museum, located in an old watermill, to the Arsenal of the Republic once a shipyard, now an exhibition celebrating the city’s maritime history.
Ravello
Ravello, also known as the city of music, is an enchanting hilltop village that offers breathtaking views of the coast and the Gulf of Salerno. From Villa Rufolo famous for its lush gardens created on terraces overlooking the sea. To Villa Cimbrone, home to the Terrace of Infinity, a magnificent garden celebrated for its sculptures and panoramic location. At Ravello Cathedral, dedicated to St. Pantaleon, which preserves his liquefied blood in the church’s crypt.
A wonderful place that offers a journey into a world of elegance, serenity and beauty, where every corner tells a story and every moment is an opportunity to discover something new and wonderful.
Atrani
Small, but wonderful. Also known as the smallest town in southern Italy with just 800 inhabitants. It is one of the oldest towns on the Amalfi Coast, with origins dating back to Roman times. During the Middle Ages, Atrani was part of the powerful Maritime Republic of Amalfi and served as a summer residence for noble families. Its protected location, hidden between the mountains and the sea, made it a safe and strategic place.
Atrani is home to the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Maddalena located on a promontory overlooking the sea, it is one of the most striking churches on the Amalfi Coast. And the Piazza Umberto I which is the beating heart of Atrani, surrounded by cafes, restaurants and stores.
Praiano
Praiano is a quiet fishing village located between Positano and Amalfi.
This picturesque village offers a perfect combination of natural beauty, tradition and tranquility, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a retreat away from the tourist crowds. Its hidden beaches, scenic paths and traditional restaurants make it an ideal place for those seeking relaxation and authenticity.
Praiano is home to the Emerald Grotto, a sea cave illuminated by emerald green light.
The Church of San Gennaro one of Praiano’s main places of worship, known for its Baroque facade and splendid majolica floor tiles. And the Path of the Gods, which together with Positano is one of the access points to the famous Trail.
But the places to see on the Amalfi Coast do not end here; these are just a few. Here you can admire, also, the small villages of Erchie and Cetara. The Fjord of Furore, the famous and colorful city of ceramics, Vietri.
In short, the coastline offers a spectacle of colors and smells overlooking the blue of the magnificent Tyrrhenian Sea.
