Its sea with its beaches, but also its forests and mountains. Calabria is magical and even internationally they have noticed it. Recently the "National Geographic”He consecrated the region by listing the places worth visiting at least once in a lifetime. A region rich in spectacular rocky coasts, coasts where you can enjoy a splendid sea, two coasts, the Tyrrhenian and the Ionian, which are rich in places to know. The prestigious monthly defines Calabria as "another world" and "the most delicious secret of Italy".
Calabria and its treasures
And so, ranging from the Ionian to the Tyrrhenian coast, Calabria land of scents and colors, it preserves traces of history, art and nature in its places. We talk about a welcoming climate, incredible landscapes between rocky coasts alternating with coasts of fine sand.
But Calabria is also rich in villages, between forests and mountains, waterfalls and lakes. There is therefore something for everyone. For those who love nature and excursions can take advantage of the summer to visit it, but also for those who are passionate about history and culture, with the many museums it offers. We then take you to the discovery of these beauties.
Tropea and the Tyrrhenian coast
Tropea is one of the first places mentioned by National Geographic and belonging to the Tyrrhenian coast. Located between the gulfs of Sant'Eufenia and Gioia Tauro on the Costa degli Dei, it is divided into two areas. Between the part where the inhabitants live and which is the high one and the Marina area, a destination for seaside tourism. It also has a medieval center embellished with walls, gates, towers and a coastline with white sand beaches. And then you can taste the typical dishes of the local gastronomy, which recall the ancient recipes of the seafaring and peasant tradition.
Scilla and its legendary name
Another Calabrian locality is no less: Scilla. It is one of the most characteristic villages in Italy with ancient palaces and churches, but also a seaside resort, among natural beauties, the sea, the beaches, the numerous events and typical restaurants. We also remember the bergamot and Chianalea, the small fishing village. And then Scilla recalls the myth of Ulysses and its legends.
And then there is Reggio Calabria, a bridge with Sicily
For those who love art, an obligatory stop in Reggio Calabria. In fact, here you can visit the National Archaeological Museum where, among other artistic wonders, the famous are kept Bronzi di Riace.
Reggio is also important for the economy of the whole region and for its sea. From it you can reach Sicily, through the Strait of Messina.
The Ionian coast and its villages
Along the Ionian coast, also known as the Costa dei Gelsomini, there are other beaches and areas rich in vegetation. To visit Santa Severina, among villages most beautiful in Italy. The town stands on a tuff spur and dominates the valley of the Neto river. You can also visit the Byzantine church of Santa Filomena. Also along the coast they can be admired Soverato, or pearl of the Ionian, Riace, Isca on the Ionian, Sant'Andrea Apostolo of the Ionian and Siderno. Between art and history too Monasterace, a medieval village in the center of the archaeological site of the ancient city of Kaulon. And again Stilo, from the circuit of the most beautiful villages in Italy, with its Byzantine church of the tenth century. Finally Gerace, a medieval village in the Locride area, rich in art, history and culture with Byzantine churches, the Norman castle.
