Experience the Culture and Enjoy the Sea at the Amalfi Coast

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The Amalfi Coast is now a well-known Italian tourist destination where you will experience beautiful beaches, great restaurants, shops, museums, but also get to experience the Italian history. For many it has also become a lifelong love affair, which you only have to keep alive through return visits year after year again. The nature is fantastic, and there is no doubt that the relatively short coastline is one of the most beautiful in the world.

That being said, let us interduce you to five place that made the strongest effect on us!

1. Fiordo di Furore

Amalfi coast is full of beautiful beaches. Some are easy to reach, but some are a little bit hidden. One of the hidden ones is Fiordo di Furore. Fiordo di Furore is a stunning beach located near the town Furore between two rocks and beneath a bridge that offers a great view and that from time-to-time cliff divers use to satisfy their adrenalin rush. If you are lucky you can catch some of them. Fiordo di Furore is actually an inlet created by the Schiato torrent that flows between the rocks, creating a valley that opens to the sea. Simply a must see for all visitors of Amalfi coast!

2. Path of the Gods

If you are a fan of great views and hiking, you will love the Path of the Gods. It is a 5.6 kilometers long hiking path located above the towns of Positano and Sorrento. It offers a jaw-dropping view of Positano and Sorrento peninsula. Most hikers start at Bomerano and continue their walk to Nocelle, then use public transport back to their starting point. Still, some continue their hike to Positano. This way your hike will be completely downhill. If you like nature, stunning views and are adventures this is something for you!

3. Positano

Positano is a village on the Amalfi Coast, which is completely a UNESCO World Heritage Site, (Province of Salerno), in Campania, Italy, mainly in an enclave in the hills leading down to the coast. Positano is place of great restaurants and caffes, historical sites, crystalline water beaches and a place where lots of famous people spend their holidays, so do not be surprised if you meet some of them. If you are a fan of beautiful beaches, be sure to visit La Scogliera, Arienzo Beach Club, Fornillo beach or many other beaches in Positano or the area. Positano also offers great shopping opportunities, boat tours, kayaking, meals in greatest restaurants in the world.

4. Amalfi

Amalfi is the town that gives the name to the area, but not just that, it is a historical town with stunning views and panoramic drives. It is located between the clear see waters and mountains typical appearance for the towns in this area. If you want to get to know Amalfi you should be introduced to it by the port and the arsenal, Piazza Dante, its fountains and the Amalfi Duomo (especially the cloister), Amalfi's meandering alleys and covered passages and the paper museum. Do not forget other historical monuments, churches or to please yourself with a stunning meal in some of its restaurants.

5. Atrani

Atrani is another attraction on the Amalfi coast. Although Atrani does not offer as many attractions as Positano or Amalfi we feel it is being overlooked by many. What sets it out from other towns at the Amalfi coast Villa rentals are its two beaches where you can relax and enjoy some quiet time. You will also surely enjoy the Corso Garibaldi and the passages and narrow streets that lead to it. It is also a place where locals love to meet people, so you will be surely introduced to local culture.

All in all, Amalfi coast offers divers options for the once who decide to visit it. We are sure you will experience fun times, but also learn about Italian culture and bring some great experience home with you.

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