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In the southwest of Italy in the region of Campania, is the coastal city of Salerno. This picturesque urban area is located on the gulf of Salerno facing the Tyrrhenian Sea along the Amalfi coast.

Tourists will love the buzz of this culturally rich city that proudly displays its exciting history in churches and museums. There are lots of lovely holiday villas close to Salerno to choose from.

Walk along the beautiful promenade made in the 1950’s along the coastline of Salerno city. It’s considered to be one of the most beautiful coastal walks in Italy! And why not engage in some thrilling water sports available along here such as snorkeling or sea kayaking!

In the southern part of Italy, lies the mostly densely populated region, Campania! The towns and villages of this scenic part of the country were greatly influenced by the Greeks which can be seen from the many buildings and monuments they left behind.

Literally translated as ‘fertile countryside’, Campania is indeed a land full of thriving vegetation and growth as well as being a haven for rich historical, cultural and artistic pursuits.

Campania is bordered by Latium, Molise, Puglia and Basilicata and is made up of five provinces called Caserta, Naples, Benevento, Avellino and Salerno.

The capital city is Naples where the famous Italian pizza was born. Pizza is eaten more like a sandwich here, folded over. It was one of the main dishes to bring juicy tomatoes to the forefront of Italian cuisine. Visitors have a fine selection of beautiful luxury vacation rentals in Campania to choose from where they can base their stay.

Located in Italy’s southwestern region of Campania is the small coastal town of Castellabate and its 8,200 residents. The city is one of the more important beach centers situated in the Cilento National Park coast along the Tyrrhenian Sea. It is also one of the richest areas in the Campania region.

Castellabate is known for its spectacular landscape that surrounds this section of the gulf and its colorful medieval center.

The third largest city in Italy, Napoli, or Naples, is also one of the largest European cities situated along the Mediterranean Sea. In addition to being significant in size, Naples is notable for being one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world today.

Located on the Amalfi Coast to the south of Naples, Positano is a charming town ripe for exploration. It was a popular destination for writers and artists in the 1950's, and remains a fashionable destination to this day.

The best way to explore Positano is on foot, although it has many stairs to navigate since it is built into the face of a cliff.

With its pastel houses and colorful flowers, it is a perfect destination for honeymooners, photographers, and anyone else who loves to eat and drink in the natural beauty of this part of the world.