The incomparable beauty of the Amalfi Coast has enchanted visitors from all corners of the earth. The lush green terraces, suspended over a sparkling sea, the wealth of art and the architectural characteristics, make it one of most celebrated places on earth. Wild, daring and romantic, the Amalfi Coast is an obligatory stop in any journey to Italy.
The little villages that dot the “Divine Coast” are all to be explored, enjoying a clear blue sea, the stupefying views, the artistic treasures and the lively high society life. Shopping is also a venerated activity: in the characteristic boutiques of “Positano Fashion”, the ceramic shops of Vietri or sampling a delicious meal of traditional cuisine.
Set into the mountain, surrounded by rich Mediterranean vegetation, Positano is so picturesque as to seem a spontaneous stage setting. The hauses, one on top of the other, are characterised by arched porticos that give onto the sea, and are painted in pastel colours, giving in the look of a multifaceted precious stone. It is not for nothing that Positano is called “ The gem of the divine coast”.
The hearth and soul of the coast is Amalfi. In the serene blue of the sky and sea, Amalfi, guarded by its port, seems held in the palm of a hand. Above, the scenic drapery of the mountains, hinged like a backdrop, dotted with houses; below, a picturesque weaving of alleys and steps, all the way to the Piazza, where the Cathedral dominates from the top of its majestic stairs. A unique scene, where historic memory intertwines with unforgettable natural beauty.
On of the gems of the Amalfi Coast is Ravello, 350 meters above sea level, where the light effects and magical architecture create a vision of rare intensity. Its name is immortalized in Boccaccio’s Decameron. Famous for its tranquil and serene atmosphere, Ravello offers architectural gems of rare elegance.
Other towns of interest in Amalfi Coast are Vietri sul Mare, Minori, Maiori, Cetara, Praiano, Conca dei Marini.
From the Amalfi Coast it is very easy to reach Capri island, Sorrento and the archaeological sites of Pompei, Ercolano and Paestum.