If you are driving to Amalfi from Rome then you are in for a treat. The first thing that will strike you are the breathtaking views of the ocean as you travel along the coast road. I went to amalfi via a bus and this afforded me the luxury to take in all the views.
However if you are driving yourself you would be wise to keep your eye on the road. You see the roads are perched on the very edges of the high cliffs. They are quite narrow roads, with a surprisingly small barrier between the road and fresh air. This is all the more disconcerting if you are in a high bus as you can feel like you are literally peering over the edge of the cliff. If you are not scared of heights then this is quite a spectacular introduction to the Amalfi coastline.
The region of Campania is a popular vacation spot and has been popular for many Europeans for well over two centuries. It was initially made popular to the English speaking world when Edwardian England first recognized it as a place to stay. The region has two must see towns, Amalfi itself and Positano. They are fairly close together and a 15 minute bus trip will get you to and from Each venue.
Amalfi is essentially a port town. The harbor is not the most attractive but most of the action takes place in the town itself. there are plenty of quaint shops and cafes and restaurants to enjoy in the summer. Many people take alfresco eating or a spot of coffee in the square. The piazza is dominated by the 1000 year old Duomo di Amalfi (or church) that has a baroque look and some large sweeping stairs that join the Duomo di Amalfi to the rest of the piazza. You will see many a photo snap taken on the stairs with the Duomo in the background. The church is well worth a visit.
If you buy one thing when you are in Amalfi then it should probably be the limoncello liqueur that is ubiquitous in the shops and restaurants of the town. Ask for a shot of it as an after dinner drink in one of the local restaurants if you want a try before you buy opportunity. Having said this, shops are happy to give tourists a teasing taste of this rich, sweet lemon liqueur drink. It is made from the juicy lemons that grow in the region.
Amalfi is a must see town and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
If you are looking to spend some time at the beach on a sunny day then Positano might be for you. Positano has a unique pebble beach that is set in a bay. The town is built into the hillside that makes up the bay in a stepped fashion. this means that the whole town is literally leaning over the beach. By looking up at the town from the beach, you get this unique view of the quaint old buildings that are multi colored. This is a picture postcard view and you will be tempted to take a shape if you have a camera on you.
Visiting the Amalfi coastline is a real contrast to the hustle and bustle of Rome or Naples. It is well worth the trip if you are keen to relax and see some authentic Italian country living. Don't be surprised to see people taking in the olive harvest as you stop off in Positano or Amalfi or other small towns in the region. - 23802
However if you are driving yourself you would be wise to keep your eye on the road. You see the roads are perched on the very edges of the high cliffs. They are quite narrow roads, with a surprisingly small barrier between the road and fresh air. This is all the more disconcerting if you are in a high bus as you can feel like you are literally peering over the edge of the cliff. If you are not scared of heights then this is quite a spectacular introduction to the Amalfi coastline.
The region of Campania is a popular vacation spot and has been popular for many Europeans for well over two centuries. It was initially made popular to the English speaking world when Edwardian England first recognized it as a place to stay. The region has two must see towns, Amalfi itself and Positano. They are fairly close together and a 15 minute bus trip will get you to and from Each venue.
Amalfi is essentially a port town. The harbor is not the most attractive but most of the action takes place in the town itself. there are plenty of quaint shops and cafes and restaurants to enjoy in the summer. Many people take alfresco eating or a spot of coffee in the square. The piazza is dominated by the 1000 year old Duomo di Amalfi (or church) that has a baroque look and some large sweeping stairs that join the Duomo di Amalfi to the rest of the piazza. You will see many a photo snap taken on the stairs with the Duomo in the background. The church is well worth a visit.
If you buy one thing when you are in Amalfi then it should probably be the limoncello liqueur that is ubiquitous in the shops and restaurants of the town. Ask for a shot of it as an after dinner drink in one of the local restaurants if you want a try before you buy opportunity. Having said this, shops are happy to give tourists a teasing taste of this rich, sweet lemon liqueur drink. It is made from the juicy lemons that grow in the region.
Amalfi is a must see town and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
If you are looking to spend some time at the beach on a sunny day then Positano might be for you. Positano has a unique pebble beach that is set in a bay. The town is built into the hillside that makes up the bay in a stepped fashion. this means that the whole town is literally leaning over the beach. By looking up at the town from the beach, you get this unique view of the quaint old buildings that are multi colored. This is a picture postcard view and you will be tempted to take a shape if you have a camera on you.
Visiting the Amalfi coastline is a real contrast to the hustle and bustle of Rome or Naples. It is well worth the trip if you are keen to relax and see some authentic Italian country living. Don't be surprised to see people taking in the olive harvest as you stop off in Positano or Amalfi or other small towns in the region. - 23802
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