sight calabria
Aspromonte Hotels
Aspromonte is at the Southern most part of the Appenines. From sea-level the terrain progressively rises to an altitude of 2000 meters. Aspromonte is today a protected area and home to a number of extremely rare species such as the Monelli eagle and the tropical fern. Aspromonte comprises the... more »
Catanzaro Hotels
A short distance away from the Sila Piccola and from the Ionic coast rests Catanzaro, the name of which apparently derives from those of two Greek soldiers Katà and Zaro. Catanzaro reached the height of its splendour when it became an important center for the working of silk and velvet. To... more »
Cosenza Hotels
In the northern part of Calabria, between the Sila Grande and the Coastal chain, one finds Cosenza, the only Calabrian city to have preserved the traces of antiquity. The symbol of the city is the castle, which dominates the medieval alleyways and squares. Sites to visit include Cosenza... more »
Crotone Hotels
On a small promontory of the ancient Marchesato, in the central Ionic zone of Calabria, one finds Crotone, the only Calabrian port on the Ionic coast. One of the principal centers of the Magna Grecia, Crotone was birth town to the celebrated athlete and Olympic champion, Milone. At Crotone one... more »
Gerace Hotels
An enchanting medieval town just a few kilometers from Calabria's Ionic coast, from its hilltop position within the boundaries of the national park of Aspromonte, Gerace dominates the valley of Locride. It is believed that Gerace (from the Greek ierax, sparrow hawk) was founded by the Saracens.... more »
Isola Capo Rizzuto Hotels
On the edge of a terrace just a short distance away from the sea, Isola Capo Rizzato is situated in a perfect position which has encouraged tourism to develop at a rapid pace with the creation of a number of coastal resorts. The Isola di Capo Rizzuto's fine sandy beaches are superb with a sea... more »
Locri Hotels
The origins of Locri, an ancient Calabrian city which gazes out across the Ionic coast, are linked to the Greek settlement of Locri Epizefri and the nearby town of Gerace. Today Locri is the most important town of the Locride region, also known as the Costa dei Gelsomini, or Jasmine Coast.... more »
Pollino Hotels
Extending over 193 thousand hectares and comprising 56 districts, 32 within the region of Calabria and 24 within the region of the Basilicata, and with a population of approximately 170 thousand inhabitants, the Pollino is Italy's largest National Park. The mountains of the reserve are the... more »
Reggio Calabria Hotels
Reggio Calabria is situated on the Easter coast of the Straight of Messina, at the foot of the Aspromonte. An ancient city, founded by the Greeks, Reggio Calabria is, after Cuma, the oldest Greek settlement in Southern Italy. To visit: the Museum of Marine Biology, the Magna Grecia Archaeological... more »
Scilla Hotels
On the Viola coast, Scilla takes its name from the color which the waters assume at certain hours of the day. A age old center for the fishing of swordfish with the characteristic boats known as "Passerelle", which are still used to this very day. Scilla is divided into three principal... more »
Tropea Hotels
Internationally famous, Tropea is situated between the Gulf of St Eufemia and the Gulf of Gioia Tauro. The town is set on a hill known as "la rupe", at the foot of Mount Poro. The visitor will be struck immediately by the spectacular natural landscape, by the multicoloured sea and... more »
Vibo Valentia Hotels
Vibo Valentia is situated on the side of the promontory which looks out over the Gulf of St Eufemia. The city Vibo Valentia was one of the most important in Magna Grecia, and today is a well known summer tourist destination because of to its beautiful coastline. The enchanting historic center of... more »
