Things to see and do Calabria

More than a hundred small beaches along the coast of the Capo Vaticano bay Riaci to the bay of Santa Maria. They are sometimes rocky, sometimes of fine sand. The crystal-clear water, the unspoiled landscape and white sand are witness to than these beaches are considered the most beautiful in Italy. Here, no from large blocks of reinforced concrete that affect the beauty of the surroundings, then enjoy! Among the most beautiful: Tono, Ricadi, Praia di Fuoco and Riaci.

We have to see, a few kilometres north of Cività, this splendid set of quite steep gorges. We will stop, to admire the landscape, on the little Del bridge, recently revived, in order to allow some farmers - we can cross, with some luck - to be able to cross the high gorges without making the grand tour. Not far from there, the Serra Dolcedorme (2 267 m) offers one of the most beautiful panoramas of the Pollino.

Diamante, located in the province of Cosenza in Italy, is an attractive tourist destination. The town offers a variety of activities and attractions for visitors. In addition to Proloco Diamante, the town also offers other interesting activities and sites. Visitors can enjoy the beaches and mountains of the Riviera dei Cedri, which lies in the heart of Diamante. There are also numerous hotels, restaurants, bars and bathing establishments to cater to the needs of tourists. Diamante is also famous for its murals and its peperoncino festival, which attracts many visitors every year. Tourists can also enjoy the fine weather and sunshine that characterize the region.

Praia a Mare is surrounded by interesting destinations such as Tortora, Aieta, San Nicola Arcella, Scalea, Santa Domenica Talao, Santa Maria del Cedro, Grisolia, Orsomarso, Papasidero, Verbicaro, Laino Borgo, Laino Castello and Mormanno.

Marina di Gioiosa Ionica is a charming town in the province of Reggio Calabria. Marina di Gioiosa Ionica offers many activities and attractions, including the Marina di Gioiosa Ionica beach, the Galea tower, the Greco-Roman theater and the Megale Hellas diving center. Visitors can also take advantage of the town's many fine restaurants and accommodations.

Nicknamed «Small Calabria Switzerland», the Sila National Park, established in 1997, is a beautiful territory of 150,000 ha, punctuated by many villages in height and mountain refuges, from which the Ionian Sea can be seen. It extends between the provinces of Cosenza, Crotone and Catanzaro in Calabria, lands rich in ancient traditions. This high plateau, extending the Apennin Calabria, promises a beautiful escape in nature.

Nicknamed the "small Swiss Calabrian", the Sila Park is a beautiful territory of 150 000 ha, equipped with numerous villages and mountain huts from which you can see the Ionian sea.

Scilla, a charming coastal town in Calabria, Italy, offers a variety of affordable accommodation options for travelers on a budget.

This rich and recently renovated parish church is one of the main sights of Caulonia. It has retained precious elements of medieval architecture, frescoes of the th and th centuries as well as th-century tombstones. The church also houses the tomb of Vincenzo Carafa (1488).

In the south of Reggio di Calabria and Aspromonte, several villages have been abandoned as a result of the destruction caused by earthquakes, particularly that of 1908. Furthermore, the arrival of the railway of the littoral in the th century promoted the appearance of new villages, which, having settled on the coast, emptied the villages of the mountains. These sites are called paesi fantasmi, or "ghost villages", and their view on a road gives rise to bitterness mingled with fascination. Pentedattilo was one of those towns, and the most characteristic one, but it is no longer completely abandoned. Pentedattilo means "five fingers," because it appears in the shape of Monte Calvario, with the sandstone rock that appears to wrap it. Like Pentedattilo and Brancaleone, they are sinister villages, almost dead, where only a few elderly or shepherds have not emigrated. And yet, in the 2 000 th century, the homes in the village of Pentedattilo were famous for the honey they produced…

Reggio Calabria is a tourist town offering a wide range of attractions and activities. Reggio Calabria can be reached by car via the Strada Statale 106 from the Ionic side, or via the A3 Salerno-Reggio Calabria freeway from the Tirrenico side. You can also arrive by train at Reggio Calabria's main station or by plane at Tito Minniti airport. For those coming from Sicily, there are ferries from Messina to Reggio Calabria. Once here, visitors can visit the Tourist Office for information and advice on the city's attractions. It also offers brochures and maps to help tourists explore the city. The association Proloco Città di Reggio Calabria, which supports the Tourist Office, also organizes events and activities to promote local tourism. Reggio Calabria offers many tourist attractions, such as the National Archaeological Museum of Reggio Calabria, home to the famous Riace Bronzes, and the Lungomare Falcomatà promenade, considered one of Italy's most beautiful seaside promenades. Visitors can also enjoy the city's beaches and Calabrian cuisine, renowned for its flavor and variety.

Piazza Ercole in Tropea is a charming square in the heart of the town. It is surrounded by numerous restaurants and cafés where visitors can sample local specialties, including Tartuffe ice cream. The square is also home to a Romanesque church well worth a visit. Piazza Ercole is a lively place, especially in the evening, when the bars and restaurants are packed with people. Visitors can enjoy the pleasant atmosphere and stroll through Tropea's picturesque streets. The piazza is within easy walking distance of the hotels and is an ideal starting point for exploring the city. Piazza Ercole is a must in Tropea to enjoy the lively atmosphere of the city and discover the local gastronomy.