Telese Terme is a small town in the province of Benevento, in the region of Campania. Set in the Telesina valley, 60 meters above sea level, Telese is not too far from famous towns situated in the region such as Caserta and Naples, from which it is only 45 kilometers.
Situated on the Amalfi Coast, Vietri sul mare is the first town that tourists will find on their way. Often considered as the first pearl set on the mountain, it inaugurates the path that leads to the other beautiful towns of the area. It includes six hamlets: Albori, Benincasa, Dragonea, Marina, Molina, Raito.
While John Milton wrote about Paradise Lost, if he'd been to the island of Pianosa he'd likely have been talking about a paradise found. Pianosa is not just a beautiful island but a unique one--singular in its history and location. Visitors to Pianosa have the opportunity to discover the wonderful aspects of this special place as well as a chance to explore the untainted nature of this part of the world.
The stunning complex at Caserta, which includes the Royal Palace and its magnificent gardens, the San Leucio Complex, and the Aqueduct of Vanvitelli is a true architectural wonder. The large palace, often compared to luxurious buildings like Versailles and the Royal Palace in Madrid, is featured on UNESCO's World Heritage Site.
The Royal Nativity Scene -- Royal Palace, Caserta, Italy.
Cilento is known to be an outstanding cultural location. It has a large group of settlements and sanctuaries along its mountain ridges which vividly portray evolution of history of the region. It was an important route not just for trade, but also for political and cultural reasons during the medieval periods. Cilento was also known to be the boundary between the colonies of Etruscan people and Magna Graecia. The ruins of two main cities from the ancient times, Veila and Paestum are located in the region which have been included in the list of world heritage sites since 1998.
The capital of the province of Salerno, in Campania, is the small city of Salerno. Located on the Tyrrhenian Sea on the beautiful Gulf of Salerno, the city is within an easy distance of the dazzling Amalfi Coast. Famous for being the location of the world's first medical university, Schola Medica Salernitana, Salerno was an important center for art, culture and learning dating back to the 16th century. Over the years Salerno suffered through many plagues and earthquakes, as well as foreign rule. Today Salerno is a city filled with many interesting things to see and do.
The Campania region is located in southern Italy. The region is the second most populated region in the country. It is spread over an area of 13,595 sq km but has a large population of 5.8 million which makes its very densely populated. The Tyrrhenian Sea is located to its west and Capri and the Flegrean Islands are also under the administration of Campania. The capital of the region is Naples. The region is known to be rich in architecture, archeology and culture and the world heritage sites of Paestum, Herculaneum and Pompeii are located in Campania.
Costiera Amalfitana, or the famous Amalfi coast is an area in Italy which is blessed with diversity and great natural beauty. The locations along the coast have been settled since the early Middle Ages. The landscape along the coast comprises of the mountains and sea with several coves and creeks which can only be reached by sea. There are several natural areas which have remained completely untouched by tourism or by any human influence. The highest mountain along the coast is Monte San Angelo a Torre Pizzi which stands at an altitude of 1425 meters.
Procida is one of the smallest islands located along the Gulf of Naples and has some nice attractions for visitors, which includes some ancient excavations belonging to this region. This Phlegrean Island along southern Italy can be found in between Cape Miseno and Ischia island. Many tourists come to this spot to visit some of the old archeological findings, which are known to have a Greek origin. It has been a favorite spot of movie directors where scenes for The Postman and The Talented Mr. Ripley were shot.
Ischia is one of the most renowned holiday spots located in the Bay of Naples across Southern Italy and is less costly to stay as compared to its neighbor Capri. There are plenty of health spas and hot springs that makes it a favored destination among lot of tourists. This place has lot of tourists coming from Germany and Scandinavian countries along with many European people making a trip to this island resort. Ischia has a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters and the best time to visit this island is from May to October. Temperatures can be fairly high during the months of July and August.
If you love spending some time in a relaxed and calm surroundings amidst natural scenic beauty, then Capri is one of the best place to consider. Capri is one of the most beautiful island destinations in South Italy found close to the mainland of the Bay of Naples. In the earlier times, it used to be a favorite spot for the Roman emperors where they used to have their villas on this lovely island. Ever since, it has remained a favored destination among the tourists who flock this place in large numbers every year.
Finding spots to visit and explore in Italy is not that difficult. What makes travelling here so simple is not only is there so much to see in so many parts of the country, but it is usually an unproblematic effort. With rail and state highways throughout the country, a trip to your destination of choice, for the most part, becomes fairly effortless. You are generally not too far from the ever popular rail line, or if you have decided to try your hand at navigating the roads, the state highways and roads provide a great mode of transportation. Even with traversing the various mountain ranges, you have a pretty good time finding what
Aside from Rome, Florence and Venice, Naples and the island of Capri have been synonymous with travel to Italy. When planning trips to this part of the world many of those destinations are on the planning itinerary. Pompeii, Mt.
Even without an ancient set of ruins to see, a cathedral to visit, or some centuries-old castle to photograph, the sights of Italy away from the sea are as breathtaking as it is on the coastline. So much of the country is filled with rolling hills, mountains, and lush scenic rural valleys that you have a hard time not filling your days in one of these scenic landscapes. Of the inland parts of the country, Tuscany, probably wins the popularity contest. It's sighted in movies, stories and song. However, there are many intricate places on the map that rival its beauty yet do not receive its accolades.
Most people are aware of the destruction of Pompeii that occurred on
August 24, 79 A.D. The ruins of Pompeii are world famous. Each year
thousands of visitors flock to Italy to view the archeological wonder.
They are one of the most visited attractions in the country.
Relatively few people realize that on the day Mount Vesuvius erupted
it destroyed another city, Herculaneum. Through the ages, the ruins
of this once prosperous city have been remarkably well preserved and
they are well worth viewing.
The first thing that becomes evident once past the entrance gate at the present-day site of the city of Pompeii (fee approximately 10 Euros) is the utter silence that envelopes you. Though tourists, guides and workers here talk as much as anyone else, somehow the ancient streets seem to swallow sound as though it is disappearing into the past. Walking the streets so many people lived - and died - on almost 2000 years ago is a lot like walking into a haunted place. You can almost hear the whispers of the people who walked these streets so long ago... and almost feel them brushing by, their leather sandals treading lightly on the paving stones....
If you enjoy stunning scenery, awesome architecture and basking in the sun on a white, sand beach, a trip to the Island of Capri should be your next destination.
The tiny volcanic island of irregular altitudes is only 5 km off the shores of Italy in the Gulf of Naples. It is one of the loveliest and most popular tourist destinations in all of Italy. Capri is tiny; about 6 km long, 3 km wide, with a coastline of approximately 17 km. Don't let the size fool you. This is a place of natural beauty and wonder that will bring you back time after time.
Naples, located in the southern part of Italy in the region of Campania, has the ranking of the third most populated city in Italy, with well over one million inhabitants and is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. Naples sits on the northern edge of the most stunning bay in Italy - the Bay of Naples. The splendid islands of Capri and Ischia and Mount Vesuvius lie within close proximity to the city. With its great cuisine, numerous historic and artistic sights, sunny, hot climate, friendly people, and a marvelous natural setting, Naples has long been a favorite destination for tourists the world over.
