Why choose a holiday home in Campania?
The last eruption was in 1944 and the most famous was AD 79 when Pompeii was destroyed. Today you can hike to the top of Mount Vesuvius in Campania where the wind carries the scent of history from the ocean and nearby Naples.
Campania looks across the Tyrrhenian Sea toward the enchanted islands of Procida, Ishia, and Capri. Mountains, verdant valleys, lush plains, and a compelling coastline are connected with modern rail, air, and motorways.
The people are connected through art, food, wine, sports, music, and festivals. Avellino is the place for hazelnuts, fabulous cherries, and distinctive wines. Visitors to the Sanctuaries of Montevergine, San Gerardo a Maiella, or the Lancellotti Castle are delighted to sample regional specialties like the caciocavallo cheese of Montella and the black truffles of Bagnoli Irpino.
Campania's most famous vino is Lacryma Christi, or "Tears of Christ". It's produced on the lower slopes of Mount Vesuvius and can be found in local grocery stores. The birthplace of the Pizza lies in Naples and was first created to honor Queen Margaret in 1889.
You can explore Naples with a brightly colored gelato in one and bag of delicious pastries like zeppole, baba, or struffoli in your backpack. Visit the oldest sword school in Italy which is the only place you can earn the "Master of Swords" title. Sailing and water polo are held in near the same esteem as football (soccer) and you can visit the ancient sailing clubs of Circolo Savoia or Canottieri Napoli in Naples.
The Bell Tower of the Salerno Cathedral rises above the city that created the oldest university in Europe. The medical knowledge harnessed here was the marvel of the Middle Ages. Today, over 40,000 students add vitality to Salerno, the port, the local sports scene.
Live the life of a local with all the modern conveniences while paying respect to a cherished history. You can slow down and enjoy the special small touches that surround you in Campania.
Contribution post: 01 August 2010
