Several beautiful villages can be found in Italy, and the charming Positano is among them The main attraction of this colorful town is the church of Santa Maria Assunta that stores the religious relic that is known to the whole world - the icon of the black Madonna. A lot of amazing stories and legends are associated with the icon. According to one of them, a few hundred years ago, pirates have stolen the relic. On their way, they were overtaken by a violent storm. Pirates heard the mysterious voice that commanded them to bring the icon to the nearest church. This is how the relic got to Positano. Many pilgrims come here especially to bow to the amazing icon.
However, a tiny town on the Amalfi coast, is famous not only for its religious sites. It is located on a rocky slope, so colorful houses are arranged in stages and form an incredibly beautiful landscape. In addition to colorful houses, the picturesque town features many olive and orange groves. Hikers are sure to enjoy vacations here.
There are hotels in some of the colorful buildings. Positano is popular among lovers who opt for a romantic getaway. Local restaurants, in which you can taste the most popular national delicacies and imported wines from different regions of the country, deserve the high praise. Fans of beach holidays won’t be disappointed too. They will have an opportunity to swim and sunbathe at the picturesque sandy beaches.
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Useful staff nearby
Car rental office: 'La Mammola' is located in 0.33 km (
on the map).
Fuel station: 'Eni' in 0.3 km
Supermarket: 'Alimentari Di Giovanni De Lucia' in 0.44 km
Parking: 'Positano parcheggio' in 0.4 km
Apotheek: 'Farmacia Ottica Rizzo' in 0.37 km
Police station: 'Comune Di Positano Polizia Municipale' in 0.38 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Ristorante Da Costantino' in 0.29 km
Railway station: 'Seiano' in 5.37 km
Nearest airports:
» Capodichino Airport NAP - in 32 km
» Salerno Airport QSR - in 36 km
» Gino Lisa Airport FOG - in 125 km
» Karol Wojtyla Airport BRI - in 199 km
» Abruzzo Airport PSR - in 201 km