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The pristine beaches and colorful houses along the Amalfi Coast tempt to relentless holiday on the sea shore. the nearby island Ischia and Capri lure with the legends of giants and siren songs. But when you spend a vacation here, find some time for thinking about the ancient tragedy of Pompei and Herculaneum covered by volcanic dust from suddenly awaken Vesuve.
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Dante’s Inferno show in Pertosa Caves
Every weekend the visitors, who happened to wander near the entrance to the Pertosa Caves in the province of Salerno have the possibility to experience the guided tour of the Inferno led by Dante himself.
Le Sirenuse
Le Sirenuse is a best example of distinctive hotel run by a family ( now the second generation ), which retains both warmth of family engagement and elegance of professional service to every detail.
Posillipo
The ancient Greeks were so stunned by the beauty of the penisnsula, which separates what is today Bay of Naples and Pozzuoli, that gave it a name ‘Pausilypon‘ – respite from pain. Since that time numerous settlers enjoed the views of sea surrounding Naples and dark Vesuvius’ shade on the horizon.
The Mezzatorre Resort and Spa
Seven hectares of pine trees surround the 16th century defense tower of Forio d´Ischia. Today the tower is the central part of one of the most exclusive Italian hotels 5-star hotel Mezzatorre Resort & Spa.
Ravello
Somewhat off the beaten track hides the small town with the long history and the splendour landscapes. which brought the tranquility and inspiration to many of great visitors including Bocaccio, Greta Garbo, Gore Vidal and Richard Wagner.
Positano
After the Second World War The small village on the Amalfi Coast near Sorrento became fashionable retreat for writers, painters and singers including writer Steinbeck and the Rolling Stones. Thousands of visitors every year came to Positano for its picturesque landscape with cascades of colorful houses, isolated beaches and a local drink known all over [...]
Ischia
The vivid imagination of Greeks, who came to Ischia almost 3 0000 years ago, made the island the playground of Gods, semi-gods and other supernatural heroes. The island itself became the prison of Typhon, the giant who once rivalled with Zeus to the throne of Gods. The rebel never accepted his fate, the angry Typhon’s [...]
Capri
The white limestone masses clearly visible from the tip of the peninsula of Sorrento hide one of most popular summer destinations – The isle of Capri. Most of the visitors came for a day trip via ferry boats from Naples or Sorrento, yet the isle has its own devoted residents.
The Good Friday Processions in Sorrento
The most eagerly awaited event crowning celebrations of Holy Week are the Good Friday Processions, the White procession in the morning and the Black one in the evening. The names of the processions derive from the colors worn by the participants, white represents hope of St. Mary searching for her son Jesus,broken by the black [...]
