Sorrento is a small town on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea in Italy. It got its name from the word "Sirion", which means "land of sirens". This city is considered the first Phoenician colony, although subsequently it was occupied by the Romans.
Despite the fact that Sorrento is a popular Italian resort, it is not as crowded as Liguria or Sicily . Here you can rest quietly, enjoying the beautiful seascapes, warm climate and unusual for us the Italian atmosphere of city life.
Sorrento landmarks
In Sorrento you will not find the grandiose sights known to the whole world. But still there is something to see. Here are some of the interesting places in Sorrento, where worth a visit.
The Duomo cathedral is distinguished for its unusual architectural eclecticism. It was built in the Neo-Gothic style, and later it was rebuilt, adding features of Romanesque, Byzantine styles and Renaissance. It is worth paying attention to the bell tower of the cathedral with the ancient clock made of ceramics. Inside the Duomo you will see ancient frescoes, skilfully carved wood and the famous majolica.
The main square of Sorrento is named after the local poet Torquato Tasso. It is here that the nightlife of the city is concentrated - clubs, restaurants and trendy shops. In Tasso Square, there are statues to the patron Saint Anthony and the poet Tasso himself, as well as the Correale Palace and the Carmine Church, which dates back to the IV century. Here comes the shopping street - Via Corso.
Being in Sorrento, be sure to make a tour of Villa Comunale. This urban Sorrento Park is considered the most romantic place in the city due to the bizarre local nature and original works of Italian sculptors. From the botanical park of Villa Comunale, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Naples. At the entrance to the park is the church of St. Francis.
It is worth to visit the Correale de Terranova Museum. This three-story building contains excellent collections of antique furniture, paintings by various European artists and unique examples of antique porcelain.
There are in Sorrento and other less popular tourist attractions - museums, cathedrals and churches. But even just spend a day walking along the local streets or enjoying traditional Sorrentine cuisine, you'll definitely enjoy it.
Holiday in Sorrento
There are several ways to get to the city of Sorrento in Italy. The easiest way to get here from Naples is by bus, boat or ferry. You can also reach by car (50 km) or take advantage of the railway transport.
Rest in Italy will please you with a variety of hotels in Sorrento. Tourists who come here on tickets, most often live in large four- and five-star hotels. Traveling alone, many prefer to stay in small private hotels. The suburbs of Sorrento are buried in greenery, and the charming atmosphere of cozy apartments can not but be pleasant.
As for the beaches of Sorrento, then keep in mind that this is a resort with a narrow (50 m) sand strip located under steep cliffs.
- At the same time, most of the beaches on the Sorrento coast are paid. The most popular are such of them:
- Marina di Cassano - very conveniently located beach, it can be quickly reached from the city center;
- Marina Piccola - a fairly crowded beach with rich infrastructure (cafes, bars, diving);
- Bagni della Regina Giovanna - a picturesque area with a not very comfortable rocky descent;
- for those wishing to sunbathe for free equipped walkways to the beaches of Marina Grande or La Pignatella.
