Italy is an amazing travel destination for a complete and variegated experience. While exploring Italy you are going to marvel at several different sides of a unique country: from the seaside to the countryside going through beautiful artistic cities, there are so many things to see and do during a trip to Italy! Here is my quest for hidden gems along the Cilento coast.
One thing that is actually affecting the way tourists know Italy is a lack of promotion of some of the best Italian places that are not so common or usual as touristic hubs and highlights. Today we are here to show you which are the Italian hidden gems you should totally add to your itinerary for a trip made up of authenticity, tradition and breathtaking beauty: today we are getting to know southern Italy a little bit more. Are you ready for it? Let’s get started!
Learning something more about the Cilento Coast
Of course, you may have heard about the infamous Amalfi Coast… but, what if there is another amazing coastal road rich in amazing seaside scenarios, ancient ruins and crystal clear waters for a rejuvenating swim? Cilento Coast is this and so much more. Declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, Cilento is a magical land lying on a crystalline sea, where stretches of wild coastline alternate with golden beaches and villages perched in the mountains.
Still little known for mass tourism, it is the right place for those looking for an enchanting sea, wild nature, villages rich in history and culture and tasty local dishes with Mediterranean flavors. All without having to face long journeys. The Cilento coast is located on the Salerno coast, a few kilometers south from Naples and Salerno. Its strategic position near Naples makes this place a perfect travel destination for some exciting mind-blowing road trips from the city and exploring all those amazing seaside villages for a trip to remember. Some towns worth putting on your list:
Paestum and its ancient temples
Castellabate with crystal blue and green waterfront
Agropoli with its castle
Palinuro for its caves and natural beauties
Also, don’t forget to put Acciaroli on your list. It’s a little, picturesque fishermen’s village which still delivers their catch to local eateries in the town. The spirit of the old fishing village is still breathed in the alleys and shops of the town center, giving moments in which to forget all the stress and worries of everyday life.
Did you know that Italians love this area so much that they enjoy vacationing in this area and some even have their summer homes here? Places like this make me realize that sometimes, mass tourism might actually do more harm than good. While tourism, done right, is helpful to local economies, it’s also important to preserve areas like this to keep traditions and ways of life still…well, alive. You won’t find any tourist traps here.
Holidays in Cilento are an immersion in nature and history. Where legends blend with reality and enchant with Italian way of life. But this destination is also a dream for sea lovers because many of Italy’s most beautiful beaches are right here. I am a big supporter of authentic travel experiences that encompass, traditions, local culture and historical background and the Cilento Coast is the perfect place to experience all of this.
From exploration to relaxation , Cilento Coast can give you all that for a balanced and really satisfying traveling experience. It really doesn’t matter if you love art, history or nature, Cilento has you covered! You will be amazed by the natural landscapes, the beautiful ancient ruins from old towers and castles and many astonishing viewpoints.
Another big plus? Food in this area is just to die for and you will have the chance to taste the best of Italy’s southern dishes from pizza to mozzarella cheese to the freshest seafood. Each place has its own typical cuisine giving you a glimpse of the most authentic and traditional roots of one of the best-hidden travel destinations.
A special and surprising journey to immerse yourself in nature, culture and undoubtedly in the beautiful waters of the Cilento. This is the second largest national park in Italy with its wild and undiscovered mountains, crossed only by old mule tracks and paths. From the marine habitats to the hilly ones, from the fluvial habitats to the mountain ones, the National Park of Cilento and Vallo di Diano has one of the most varied and significant plant and animal ecosystems in Italy and definitely worth checking out.
The Cilento Coast and its unmissable beauties are waiting for you for a travel experience you won’t forget!
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