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Nestled between Calabria to the south and the Amalfi Coast to the north, this quiet town is a hidden paradise of olive groves and idyllic beaches.

The historical purpose of Ancona’s pentagonal building is as interesting as its architecture. It originally served as a quarantine station for contagious visitors. 

Discover the centuries-old charm of an authentic medieval fortified town that commands a stunning hilltop location overlooking the glistening blue water of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Explore the exceptional open-air section of this marine museum to see the centuries-old sailboats sitting in the canal harbor along the Adriatic Coast.

Tear yourself away long enough from snorkeling and relaxing in the thermal spas of Ischia to explore this gem of a medieval fortress on a rocky islet in the Bay of Naples.

Inspect the fabulous frescoes and chandeliers and climb the tower to see the former secret jail that detained renowned inmates.

Tear yourself away long enough from snorkeling and relaxing in the thermal spas of Ischia to explore this gem of a medieval fortress on a rocky islet in the Bay of Naples.