Amalfi

The heart and soul of the coast is Amalfi. In the serene blue of the sky and sea, Amalfi, guarded by its port, seems to be held in the palm of a hand. Above, the scenic drapery of the mountains, hinged like a backdrop, dotted with houses; below, a picturesque weaving of alleys and steps, all the way to the Piazza, where the Cathedral dominates from the top of its majestic stairs. A unique scene, where historic memory intertwines with unforgettable natural beauty. Suspended between the slopes of the Lattari Mountains and the sea, the picturesque alleys of Amalfi today host a large number of tourists, there was a time, however, when the powerful Marine Republic had its moments of maximum splendour between the 10th and 12th centuries, when they kept the outsiders (Longobards and Saracenes) at bay. Rich and populated Amalfi enjoyed lively contact with the Orient.

The town of Amalfi, clinging to the slopes of the coast, is characterised by the famous 9th century Duomo. Its scenic position at the top of steep stairs, that open up among the houses gathered around the small square, give a particular flavour to Amalfi’s historic centre. An exploration of Amalfi that includes lesser known places will take you at the Antichi Arsenali, where famous galleys, with over one hundred oars, were constructed and destined to commerce with the Orient. Amalfi is also famous as the home of handmade paper, in fact it is full of ancient workshops open to visitors in a charming natural environment that among springs, waterfalls and glimpses constitute a Natural Biogenetic Reserve in the lush of the Mediterranean shrub.

The village of Amalfi offers a cosy, romantic but also very elegant location for your wedding on the coast. Here you can ennjoy some of the finest churches, villas and monasteries of Italy and a religious wedding celebrated in the stunning Cathedral or in the picturesque wedding hall. Here you can find all you need to realize your wedding dreams.

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