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Positano, Romantic City. This is the welcome like the ``that’s amore style`` that the vertical country gives to its inhabitants and visitors from all over the world when arrived.
Positano, like the legendary Sirens of Li Galli, never fails to seduce.
Seen from the sea, Positano is set in a dramatic vertical panorama of colors; the green of the Monti Lattari, the white, pink and yellow of the Mediterranean houses, the silvery grey of its pebble beaches and the blue of the sea.
The Ancient Romans built a number of sumptuous villas on the coast of Positano, the ruins of which can be seen in the vicinity of the Church dell’Assunta. It is believed that the town, the original nucleus of which developed around a Benedictine abbey, was founded in the 9th century. The town grew considerably following the arrival of inhabitants from Paestum, fleeing Saracen incursions. After it was pillaged by Pisa in 1268, Positano increased its defenses, becoming similar to its powerful neighbor, Amalfi: with steep narrow roads, massive fortified walls, and a series of all-important watch towers.
For those how really love the nature and trekking, the Amalfi Coast offers stunning sceneries. The coast is dominated by the Lattari Mountains and still today keeps intact mountain path and woods, where tourists can find the true essence of the coast. The most popular of this path is the “Path of the Gods”, it take this name for its fantastic position half way between the sky and the sea.
Nocelle is located at the start of this walking that for 11 km follow the coast. From this path one can enjoy breathtaking coast view and discover the Mediterranean flora and fauna. For an unforgettable day, all you need is: comfortable shoes suitable for bushwalking, a camera and love for walks in the open air Sea excursions should be the best way to know the many little beach of the Amalfi Coast.
A boat day trip will give you the chance to discover the furthest corners of this land. A stay in Positano has to include a trip to Capri or the Esmeralda Grotto. Every day from the Positano Pier leave a boat excursion by gozzo a typical local boat to Capri and the Coast. For the lovers of the sea rent a boat or a rubber boat will be the good idea to spend one day on the sea to reach the many beach in complete relax, choosing the place and the stops.
The scooter is the best means to move more easily though the Amalfi Coast. By scooter ones can reach every little town of the coast in a practical and fast way.
Positano is the main town for shopping on the Coast. Fashionable boutiques selling the famous Positano lace dresses line gives a very festive feel to the atmosphere. It is impossible renounce at sandals, tailor made on your presence. Very important are typical shops where you can buy a good Limoncello or beautiful hand made ceramic.
“The city of the Music”, Ravello is like a terrace overhanging the Amalfi Coast. Its calm, quiet atmosphere enchants everybody who visits it. Ravello hosts the main culture event of the Coast “ The Ravello Festival ” music, cinema, ballet, exhibitions, cultural conference ensures an enjoyable art journey. The show takes place in a breathtaking Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone that overlooks all the Coast.
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