Slow holidays in Calabria all year long
The Medieval Castle of Stilo, also known as the Castello Normanno, arises on the summit of Monte Consolino to dominate the entire Stilaro valley. It was built in the 11th century by Roger II of Sicily, intent on establishing greater control over the rebellious village that did not accept the domination of the Vikings, which begun in 1072. The fortress originally bore a square layout adorned with triangular and circular towers. These latter circumscribed the stronghold, endowed with embrasures, from which makeshift defences were launched, such as stones or hot oil. The roofs, thanks to a system of earthenware pipes, gathered rainwater that was then stored in a cistern. Still standing in the central part are some supporting walls of the old chapel, which held one dominant altar and four secondary ones. The Castle was surrounded by several walls and watchtowers to ensure perennial impregnability and protection against enemy raids. Over the centuries, the fortress has been remodelled several times before it was ultimately destroyed in the devastating earthquake that struck many towns throughout Calabria in 1783. Today, the ruins delineate certain environments, whilst part of the perimetral walls, the circular towers and the entrance are also visible, leaving room for visitors’ imagination. From the fortress, you can also enjoy a magical view of the valley and the waters of the Ionian Sea.
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Badolato
Badolato, a quaint ancient village where time goes by slowly and the days are fulfilled with simple things and great emotions
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Guardavalle
Guardavalle is the green of the mountains and the blue of the sea. Guardavalle is a warm welcome, hospitality and smiles.Guardavalle è tradition and folklore. Guardavalle is a treat to yourself
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Santa Caterina dello Ionio
Santa Caterina dello Ionio, between earth and sea a quaint treasure trove that preserves unaltered influence of a rich past
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Stilo
Stilo is an ancient medieval village that preserves unaltered influences of a past rich in art and culture
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Sant'Andrea Apostolo dello Ionio
A town of warm hospitality, authentic food, ancient tradition and timeless culture stands on the iconic Calabrian slopes, between the blue Ionan Sea and green countryside
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San Floro
In San Floro, a village with a heart of hospitality along the evocative Costa degli Aranci, you can rediscover yourself and the value of time
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Monasterace
In Calabria, between the sea and the hills, between the deep blue and woody valleys, between the Magna Grecia and Medieval origins, stands a charming town called Monasterace, rich of remarkable artistic and cultural assets.
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Torre di Ruggiero
A journey through the picturesque village of Torre di Ruggiero to find the right peace of the senses, completely immersed in the pure nature of authentic Calabria
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Satriano
Satriano is the right location for those people who love enchanted walks through oak woods and mysterious hermits, sun-baths blinded by the glow of the blue waters of the Ionian Sea and its white beaches.
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Montepaone
White beaches and fun are the calling card of Montepaone in Europe. A destination also appreciated by those travelers who love authentic experiences
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Soverato
Soverato is a calabrian sea-town located by the Southern Ionian Coast. Known as “La Perla dell Ionio” it is also considered a sea-holiday capital, a gastronomic and cultural destination
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Borgia
A full real immersion in the history and culture of the destination of “Riviera e Borghi degli Angeli”.
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