03/11/2019
About POSITANO-
Positano, a colorful town on Italy's Amalfi Coast, has become a trendy spot for budding social-media influencers to visit.....
It is believed that the town, the original nucleus of which developed around a Benedictine abbey, was founded in the 9th century.
The town grew considerably following the arrival of inhabitants from Paestum, fleeing Saracen incursions.
After it was pillaged by Pisa in 1268, Positano increased its defenses, becoming similar to its powerful neighbor, Amalfi: with steep narrow roads, massive fortified walls, and a series of all-important watch towers.
√-The beaches of Positano~
Spiaggia Grande is the heart of sea edge Positano. 300 meters long, the beach is one of the largest on the Amalfi Coast, and one of the most glamorous too, attracting a fashionable crowd of artists, actors and celebrities.
√-The island of Sirens
Legend has it that the three islets of Li Galli, just off the shores of Positano and often referred to as the "Sirenuse", were inhabited by Sirens who attempted to seduce with their song all those who sailed nearby.Among those to have been enchanted by the islets' mysterious beauty, the ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev, who spent the last years of his life here, is, perhaps, the most famous.
√-Exploring the area
If after a few hours lazing in the sun, shopping in Positano's colorful boutiques, and munching Delizia al Limone on the terrace of the Zagara restaurant, you fancy exploring further afield, then you should take one of the paths leading to the little mountain districts above Positano.
Top things you can do in POSITANO:-
1. Walk the famous Positano streets
The best way to get to know Positano is by foot and spending an afternoon walking the winding stone streets is a great way to explore this fascinating town. Head straight to the colorful Church of Santa Maria Assunta, Positano’s most famous sight, which features a dome made of majolica tiles.After admiring the architecture of the impressive building, it’s up to you. Positano is a small village, so wherever you are,
There are hidden treasures to be discovered around every corner and with many fashionable boutiques and ceramic shops, it’s also a great place to spend some of your hard-earned cash.
2)Positano isn’t known for its party nightlife, but Music on the Rocks is well worth a visit. The only club in the small village, it is one of the best in the region and not just because of the amazing location. Found at the eastern end of the Spiaggia Grande beach, Music On The Rocks is in a cave carved into the rock face and you can actually hear the waves crashing below as you dance and sip cocktails.
3)Positano might be the jewel in the Amalfi coast, but it’s far from the only place to explore.Explore this incredible coastline is via a boat tour. You can appreciate the sheer cliffs, jagged shoreline and landscape dotted with vineyards and olive groves all from your private boat and with untouched coves, beaches, and grottos not accessible by land to visit, it makes for an amazing day.
There are many boat tours available from the harbor in Positano that will give you a guided tour of the hidden beaches and grottos along the coast that you would have otherwise missed. The Amalfi is also regarded as one of the best places to scuba dive in the Mediterranean, so if you have experience or wanted to start, it’s a great place to try.
4)Love shopping? Then you’ll love Positano! While it’s not quite like shopping in Milan, the town proudly boasts its own thriving fashion industry. Positano fashion (moda Positano) is probably the most glamorous beachwear in the world. With its beginnings in the early 1900s and hugely popular since the 1960’s, Positano fashion is characterized by handcrafted clothes using light materials such as linen and adorned with macramé lace. Stroll through the streets (at times more like stairs) and you’ll find no shortage of boutiques showcasing Positano fashion.
√- Visit the gardens of the Villa Cimbrone, they will be amazing in May. Have lunch at Cumpa Cosimo...I always get the mixed pasta, you get 5 different dishes on one plate to try!
GENERAL QUESTIONS ANSWERS ABOUT POSITANO ARE AS FOLLOWS:-
1)When is the best time of the year to visit the Amalfi Coast?
Ans)-The best months to visit the Amalfi Coast are spring and fall, when the coast is lush with flowers and greenery and there are less tourists than in the high summer season.
2)When are restaurants open?
Ans)-Restaurants generally serve lunch from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm, and dinner from 7:30 pm to 11.30 pm (or later in the summer). Keep in mind that local generally eat lunch at 1:30 pm and dinner at 9:00 pm.
3)Are there vegetarian restaurants on the Amalfi Coast?
Ans):There are no restaurants on the Amalfi Coast exclusively dedicated to vegetarians, but all restaurants offer vegetarian dishes. Traditional Mediterranean cuisine uses meat sparingly and most of the world's most beloved vegetarian specialties come from Italy: pizza, pasta with tomato sauce, and eggplant parmesan.
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