One of the important tourist centers of the south of Italy is the seaside town of Amalfi, which gave the name of the Amalfi Coast, which UNESCO listed as a World Heritage site.
Founded in the 4th century, during its prosperity, Amalfi was one of the main ports of Italy, on the territory of which about 50 thousand inhabitants lived, but in the beginning of the 12th century it was conquered by the Normans and looted by the Pisans. Then the city was restored, but the former status has not returned.
Today Amalfi is a modern resort with beautiful nature, picturesque rocks and clear sea.
To get to Amalfi you can either by bus from Salerno, Sorrento or Rome, or in summer by ferry from Naples , Positano, Salerno, Sorrento. In the city you can travel by metro, buses and taxis. Urban buildings are located on the slope of the cliff, narrow streets are connected by stone staircases. There are a lot of greenery, houses and balconies are entwined with grapes, there are often orange, lemon and olive trees.
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Weather in Amalfi
The Mediterranean climate of the coast in this part of Italy provides warm winters and a hot summer. In winter, the average air temperature is + 13-17 ° C, and in summer - even at night above + 26 ° C, the sea warms up only towards the end of May.
Visitors to Amalfi are offered first-class hotels with high-level service, as well as a variety of excursions. Hotels can be divided into two types:
- modern buildings;
- medieval buildings and ancient manors.
For a town with a population of slightly more than 5 thousand, there are quite a lot of restaurants and cafes with a varied menu, often in institutions offering home-made wine. Particular attention should be paid to "La Caravella" - a restaurant that received the star "Michelin", also there were many celebrities.
Thanks to the weather, the lack of large waves and pebble beaches in Amalfi is also popular summer vacation. The beach area is divided into free and paid, on which all services are provided for a comfortable stay.
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What to see in Amalfi?
Thanks to its ancient history in Amalfi, a huge number of attractions that are definitely worth a look. These include:
- The Cathedral of St. Andrew the First-Called in Amalfi - built in the Norman-Byzantine style in 1073. The temple is a complex of buildings of different centuries: the church (4th century), the cathedral itself, the bell tower, the altar, two statues and the Paradise. According to legend, in 1206 under the altar of the temple were placed the relics of St. Andrew the First-Called, a statue of which was made by Michelangelo Nicerino. Kostro del Paradiso (Paradiso) - located to the left of the cathedral, was built in the 13th century as a cemetery for wealthy townspeople.
- Municipal museum - here you can find medieval artifacts, manuscripts and manuscripts allow you to get acquainted with the history and life of the city. The most famous exhibit is the naval code "Tavole Amalfitane".
- Museum of Paper - here in addition to the history of paper you can get acquainted with the stages of its production, see special machines and product samples. At the end of the tour, you can buy souvenirs.
- Emerald Grotto (Esmerald-Grotto) is a sea cave on the coast, filled with water, the entrance to which is under water, light reflects and penetrates inside, giving the water an emerald shade.
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From the city it is convenient to go on an excursion to Sorrento, Naples, the islands of Ischia and Capri, the volcano Vesuvius and the ruins of ancient Pompeii. The most famous route on the coast near Amalfi is the Path of the Gods (or Sentiero degli Dei). There are several options:
- "Upper" - Santa Maria di Castello-Bomerano;
- "Lower" - Bomerano-Nochello.
In addition to historical places and facilities, the city offers a rich night life and active rest: horse riding, sailing, diving, sports games.
In the summer in the resort of Amalfi, you can visit the famous lemon festival, during which you can taste refined liquor Limoncello and other Italian wines.