Atrani: Jewel Fishing Village On the Sea
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If you are visiting the Amalfi coast, you can take a trip to Atrani. This place is one of the smallest cities in Italy, a real jewel on the sea. Let’s find out why it is perfect for summer holidays.
Atrani is the place you should visit if you want to find out what Italy is truly all about. Atrani is just a short drive away from Amalfi, the famous holiday spot, but it remains unspoiled by mass tourism and is one of Italy’s best-kept secrets. Atrani is a fishing village, It is nestled in the divide of two steep cliffs on the shore of the Tyrrhenian Sea. It is one of the most idyllic and picturesque settings in Italy.
Wthat To Do
Small and suggestive Atrani is the smallest town in Italy, a charm set on the rock with an ancient medieval structure, and there are many things to do inside it.
The Church of Salvatore De Birecto
The most important monument in Atrani is the Church of San Salvatore de Birecto, where the coronation of the highest government officials once took place. The church is very ancient, founded in 940, it contains a marble pluteus from the 11th century showing reliefs in a Byzantine style and some figures in the Lombard style. The church has a square plan with pronaos in front and is divided into three aisles with barrel vaults. Walking inside the San Salvatore Church takes you back in time to the ancient Amalfi Duchy splendor.
Stroll in the alleys
Atrani is full of small narrow streets that intertwine, creating a network of magnificent paths and tunnels,these streets kept their medieval charm over time. Atrani is located on a hill, so the streets are usually very steep with a lot of stairs. The town is very small, and you can explore all the streets in few hours. The most charming street is is Via dei Dogi, which extends throughout the whole town and at the end of this street, you can admire an enchanting landscape.
Relax On The Beach
Atrani has a small but amazing beach where you can swim and sunbathe. The beach is almost entirely sandy, very well equipped with sunbeds and umbrellas. But the beach is very crowded during the summer months, so it is advisable to reserve your sunbeds in advance because the beach it’s very small.
Eat in a Characteristic Restaurant
It would be unthinkable to be in Atrani without tasting some of the local food. Being so close to the sea, shellfish and the catch of the day have a strong influence on the cuisine. Here you will find excellent quality food and a friendly family atmosphere. Many restaurant are near Piazza Umberto where you can eat enjoying the landscape.
How to Get
Town is reachable by the local bus following along the coast. Use there a car is a good idea, but the traffic is very complicated because of the narrow and twisted coastal road.
GALLERY
Look the gallery, discover the amazing landscapes this place it’s a real wonder
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