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Sorrento+and+Surroundings
Amalfi
According to the tradition, Hercules, strength pagan god, loved a nymph called Amalfi, but his love was short: she died and Hercules buried her in the most beautiful place of the world, and to immortalize her, he gave it her name. According to the history, it was founded after Constantino's death; its origins came from Roman families... [continue]
According to the tradition, Hercules, strength pagan god, loved a nymph called Amalfi, but his love was short: she died and Hercules buried her in the most beautiful place of the world, and to immortalize her, he gave it her name. According to the history, it was founded after Constantino's death; its origins came from Roman families... [continue]
Capri
is an island of limestone rock that represents the outermost tip of the mountain chain on the Sorrentine peninsula. The coastline, whose dolomite cliffs fall right to the sea in many spots, is dotted with countless caves and surrounded by reefs whose shapes suggest fantastic creations. Mount Tiberio (334 m.), to the east, and Mount Solaro (589 m.) to the west are the two main peaks on the island... [continue]
is an island of limestone rock that represents the outermost tip of the mountain chain on the Sorrentine peninsula. The coastline, whose dolomite cliffs fall right to the sea in many spots, is dotted with countless caves and surrounded by reefs whose shapes suggest fantastic creations. Mount Tiberio (334 m.), to the east, and Mount Solaro (589 m.) to the west are the two main peaks on the island... [continue]
Herculaneum,
once called Heracleia, is an ancient town lying 5 miles (8 Km) southest of Naples, South Italy, on the western slopes of Mount Vesuvius. It is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating town of the Naples area because it is not only famous as an important archeological site, but also as
a lively town which offers a variety of beautiful scenery and unvaluable arts... [continue]
once called Heracleia, is an ancient town lying 5 miles (8 Km) southest of Naples, South Italy, on the western slopes of Mount Vesuvius. It is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating town of the Naples area because it is not only famous as an important archeological site, but also as
a lively town which offers a variety of beautiful scenery and unvaluable arts... [continue]
Ischia
is the biggest island in the Gulf of Neaples. It is a volcano genic island and it is constantly altered by quakes generating thermal and radioactive waters, Ischia is so famous for worldwide. It comprises six town councils: Ischia, Porto, Casamicciola, Barano, Lacco Ameno, Forio and Serrara Fontana and it is characterized by a beautiful and varied coast, with wonderful beaches, coves and ravines that make it really fascinating... [continue]
is the biggest island in the Gulf of Neaples. It is a volcano genic island and it is constantly altered by quakes generating thermal and radioactive waters, Ischia is so famous for worldwide. It comprises six town councils: Ischia, Porto, Casamicciola, Barano, Lacco Ameno, Forio and Serrara Fontana and it is characterized by a beautiful and varied coast, with wonderful beaches, coves and ravines that make it really fascinating... [continue]
Naples
The largest city of Campania, capital of the province and the region, Naples is the third most populated city in Italy (after Rome and Milan), with over a million inhabitants, and is the most important industrial center and trading port for the South. It is situated halfway down the Tyrrenia coast, at the innermost point of the Bay of Naples, between Vesuvius and the Phlegrean Fields. It has a mild and constant climate, with average temperatures of 16° C and a serene sky for at least half the year... [continue]
The largest city of Campania, capital of the province and the region, Naples is the third most populated city in Italy (after Rome and Milan), with over a million inhabitants, and is the most important industrial center and trading port for the South. It is situated halfway down the Tyrrenia coast, at the innermost point of the Bay of Naples, between Vesuvius and the Phlegrean Fields. It has a mild and constant climate, with average temperatures of 16° C and a serene sky for at least half the year... [continue]
Pompeii
It seems certain that Pompeii, Herculaneum, and nearby towns were first settled by Oscan-speaking descendants of the Neolithic inhabitants of Campania. Archaeological evidence indicates that the Oscan village of Pompeii soon came under the influence of the cultured Greeks who had settled across the bay in the 8th century BC... [continue]
It seems certain that Pompeii, Herculaneum, and nearby towns were first settled by Oscan-speaking descendants of the Neolithic inhabitants of Campania. Archaeological evidence indicates that the Oscan village of Pompeii soon came under the influence of the cultured Greeks who had settled across the bay in the 8th century BC... [continue]
Positano
is situated in the Campania region of Italy, on the Amalfi Coast. Once a wealthy maritime power, it began the last century as a fishing settlement, and ended it as a popular, and rather seaside resort. famous for its hotels and boutiques as well as for the winding stairways that connect the town, and the towering cliffs above... [continue]
is situated in the Campania region of Italy, on the Amalfi Coast. Once a wealthy maritime power, it began the last century as a fishing settlement, and ended it as a popular, and rather seaside resort. famous for its hotels and boutiques as well as for the winding stairways that connect the town, and the towering cliffs above... [continue]
Procida
is the smallest island of the Gulf of Neaples and it isn’t very famous like the other islands of the Gulf. Therefore tourists prefer to visit Capri and Ischia. Procida is rich in attractions and it is very strange that it isn’t present in the tourist guides of south Italy... [continue]
is the smallest island of the Gulf of Neaples and it isn’t very famous like the other islands of the Gulf. Therefore tourists prefer to visit Capri and Ischia. Procida is rich in attractions and it is very strange that it isn’t present in the tourist guides of south Italy... [continue]
Ravello
is one of the most attractive destinations on the Amalfi Coast. With a population of around 2,000,it is famous for its views and its gardens. The town was once part of the Republic of Amalfi now it is a peaceful historic village popular with tourists and honeymooners. The principal Ravello tourist attractions are the two famous gardens, Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo... [continue]
is one of the most attractive destinations on the Amalfi Coast. With a population of around 2,000,it is famous for its views and its gardens. The town was once part of the Republic of Amalfi now it is a peaceful historic village popular with tourists and honeymooners. The principal Ravello tourist attractions are the two famous gardens, Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo... [continue]
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