To visit the 10th century Church of San Salvatore de ‘Birecto and the Collegiate Church of S. The town of Atrani has developed around the many churches in the municipality its churches are still today the most beautiful places to visit, both for the artistic works and, above all, for the charm and the panorama of the places where they were built. The Piazzetta (little square) is the heart of the town, a wonderful meeting place for locals and tourists from all over the world among the tables of bars and restaurants. Squeezed between daring rocky peaks and the picturesque bay below, Atrani is the coastal center that has best preserved its typically medieval structure. The central square directly overlooks the sea with breathtaking views, all in complete silence as it is not found in mass tourism itineraries. Near Amalfi, there is also the “Emerald Grotto,” easily reachable by public transport from the city center and a destination, every year, for excursions by tourists from all over the world.įrom Amalfi, some splendid hiking trails start, which cross beautiful lemon gardens and workshops that produce limoncello.Ītrani is one of the most beautiful towns in Italy and is the smallest municipality by area. The most important place is the square where the Sant’Andrea cathedral is located with the bell tower and the Cloister of Paradise.Īt the foot of the cathedral’s steps is the fountain of S. It is worth taking a walk through the alleys of the historic center and on the stairs leading to the upper districts, where you can admire unforgettable views. Amalfi is made up of white houses set in the rock, connected by suggestive stairways. Amalfi Coast takes its name from this town which was the first of the four maritime republics.

Picturesque town on gulf of salerno