Spoil Yourself By Vacationing In Amalfi
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.
You will find the small town of Amalfi in the province of Salerno, Campania region. It is a popular spot to spend a bit of time relaxing. Italians will venture this way for a long weekend and other Europeans will spend a week of so there. It is very much a place to relax and repose. Along with Amalfi, you should think about checking out Positano too. this is another small, pretty town that is about 15 minutes traveling from Amalfi.
Amalfi is a pretty little port town. There is a medium sized harbor where plenty of boats come and go throughout the day. There is no beach as such and most activity seems to happen in the town square or piazza. Prominent in the piazza is the Duomo di Amalfi. This is the church that has a baroque architectural style and a large staircase that leads into the square. Many weddings take place here during the summer and the happy couple and entourage can be seen having photographs taken on the steps. In the square you will also find many outdoor cafes and restaurants where people can have a bite to eat or a drop of coffee.
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 for a beach then you want to venture to Positano. Positano beach is made up of pebbles so you may be disappointed if you are used to fine sand, however the sea is a welcoming blue and you can spend a few hours relaxing on the beach. There are many restaurants on the shoreline if you fancy a spot to eat. To get to the beach you walk through the town, which is a series of stepped buildings that lead down to the beach. When you are on the beach you can look up at all the colorful buildings and this is a unique view that you will see on many a postcard of the region.
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.
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