Southern Italy

Positano, Campania

Southern Italy is made up of seven regions, two of which are islands, making up the ankle, toe and heel of the boot of Italy.

The region is surrounded by the Mediterranean, Adriatic, and Ionian Seas, and experiences hot, dry summers and mild winters. Not surprisingly, tourists and Italians alike flock to its beautiful stretches of dramatic coastline, charming towns, and picture-perfect beaches with crystal clear waters.

While the Amalfi Coast is the most world renowned and visited, Southern Italy and the islands of Sardinia and Sicily have a treasure of offerings in terms of authentic history, culture, and nature.

Southern Italy is Known for Its:

  • Stunning Coastline and Beautiful Beaches
  • The Famous Amalfi Coast and its Colorful Cliffs
  • Legendary Ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum and Greek Temples of Agrigento
  • Rich History from Diverse Inhabitation: Greeks, Romans, Etruscans, Arabs, Normans and Byzantines.
  • The Two Largest Islands of the Mediterranean: Sardinia and Sicily
  • Active Volcanos: Mount Vesuvius and Mount Etna
  • Rugged Geography: Mountains and Nature with many National Parks
  • Food: Pizza, Mozzarella di Bufala, Seafood, Involtini, Arancini, Cannelloni, Lasagna, Soppressata, Cannoli, Olive Oil, Limoncello
  • Wine: Taurasi, Greco di Tufo, Primitivo, Nero d’Avola, Marsala, Vermentino di Gallura

Popular Cities:

  • Naples
  • Sorrento
  • Positano
  • Ravello
  • Matera
  • Bari
  • Catanzaro
  • Tropea
  • Taormina
  • Agrigento
  • Cagliari