The Path of Saint Nilus: Walking Through the Heart of Cilento
Among ancient trails, small villages, forests, streams and traces of Byzantine spirituality, the Path of Saint Nilus is one of the most fascinating routes for discovering Cilento at a slower pace, one step at a time. The route starts in Sapri, just a few minutes from Villammare, and crosses the Cilento hinterland before reaching Palinuro, […]
Christ the Redeemer of Maratea: The Symbol of Basilicata’s Tyrrhenian Coast
Christ the Redeemer of Maratea is one of Southern Italy’s most iconic monuments and a symbol of the famous “Pearl of the Tyrrhenian Sea.” Located at the top of Monte San Biagio, approximately 640 metres above sea level, the monumental statue overlooks the entire Gulf of Policastro, offering one of the most spectacular views of […]
Ancient Village of San Severino di Centola: The Ghost Village Overlooking the Mingardo Valley
Perched on a rocky outcrop in the heart of Cilento, the Ancient Village of San Severino di Centola is one of the most fascinating places to visit during a holiday in the Cilento, Vallo di Diano and Alburni National Park. Its ancient stone houses, quiet alleys and the remains of the medieval castle offer a […]
WWF Bussento Caves Oasis: Unspoilt Nature in the Heart of Cilento
The WWF Bussento Caves Oasis, located in the municipality of Morigerati, is one of the most fascinating natural attractions in the Cilento, Vallo di Diano and Alburni National Park. Surrounded by the lush countryside of the Gulf of Policastro, it protects a precious ecosystem crossed by the clear waters of the Bussento River. Established by […]
Padula Charterhouse: Italy’s Largest Carthusian Monastery
The Padula Charterhouse, also known as the Charterhouse of San Lorenzo, is one of Campania’s most important monuments and one of Europe’s most spectacular Carthusian monasteries. Located in the heart of the Vallo di Diano, it was designated a for its outstanding historical, artistic and architectural value. Founded in 1306 by Tommaso Sanseverino, the Charterhouse […]
Pertosa-Auletta Caves: a journey into the heart of the earth
The Pertosa-Auletta Caves are one of Italy’s most fascinating speleological complexes and represent one of the main natural attractions of the Cilento, Vallo di Diano and Alburni National Park. Formed approximately 35 million years ago, they are located about seventy kilometers from Salerno and offer a unique experience blending nature, history, and archaeology. In addition […]
Roccagloriosa Archaeological Museum: A Journey into Lucanian Civilisation
The Roccagloriosa Archaeological Museum tells the story of the ancient Lucanian civilisation through a valuable collection of artefacts discovered in the Cilento area. Located inside the town hall, the museum preserves important finds from the Central Complex and the monumental necropolis, dating mainly from the fourth and third centuries BC. The site’s origins, however, are […]
Velia Archaeological Park: The Ancient City of Elea, Cradle of Philosophy
The Velia Archaeological Park, in the heart of Cilento, preserves the remains of ancient Elea (Hyele), one of the most important cities of Magna Graecia. Founded around 540 BC by Greek settlers from Phocaea, in present-day Turkey, the city later became a prosperous Roman centre and took the name Velia in 88 BC. Elea was […]