Colors of Calabria - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
Cooking is an important part of national culture. During the year Calabria hosts over twenty interesting holidays devoted to culinary topics. Many cities and regions of Calabria specialize in growing certain fruits and vegetables; it is safe to say that each representative of vegetable and fruit crops have its holiday.
Calabria shore is bounded by Ionian and Tyrrhenian seas. Entire coastland is an infinite chain of charming resort towns with a huge choice of beaches. Tyrrhenian shore is famous for its … Open
Calabria has hundreds of hospitality places to offer and some of them are known far beyond Italy. Antico Borgo luxurious residency is one of them. It's a true jewel for travelers interested … Open
In a crowded cultural calendar of Calabria there is a place for the beer festival; it is held annually at Marina di Gioiosa. Festival guests will find a huge selection of varieties of the drink, plenty of refreshments and an amazing entertainment program. The compulsory part of the celebration is an exciting competition, in which everyone can show his love and devotion to beer. This is only a small part of the most interesting national holidays that would be interesting for travelers.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Calabria and surroundings
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Calabria
♥ Basilica Cattedrale di Maria SS. Assunta in Cielo, Reggio di Calabria, 1.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilica della Madre della Consolazione, Reggio di Calabria, 1.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilica-Santuario del Sacro Cuore di Gesù e di S. Antonio, Messina, 11.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilica Cattedrale di S. Maria SS. Assunta, Messina, 12 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Concattedrale Archimandritato del Santissimo Salvatore, Messina, 12.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Abbazia S. Maria di Polsi, Polsi di San Luca, 27.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilica della Madonna dei Poveri, Seminara, 31.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilica Cattedrale di Maria SS. Assunta in Cielo, Reggio di Calabria, 1.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilica della Madre della Consolazione, Reggio di Calabria, 1.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilica-Santuario del Sacro Cuore di Gesù e di S. Antonio, Messina, 11.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilica Cattedrale di S. Maria SS. Assunta, Messina, 12 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Concattedrale Archimandritato del Santissimo Salvatore, Messina, 12.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Abbazia S. Maria di Polsi, Polsi di San Luca, 27.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilica della Madonna dei Poveri, Seminara, 31.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
Survived castles around Calabria
♥ Castle 'Castle of Sant’Aniceto' Motta San Giovanni, 11 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Altafiumara Fort' Villa San Giovanni, 14.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Ruffo Castle of Scilla' Scilla, 16.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Ruffo Castle of Amendolea' Amendolea, 25.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castello di Milazzo' Milazzo, 38.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castello di Villagonia' Taormina, 43.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castello di Schisò' Giardini Naxos, 46.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle of Sant’Aniceto' Motta San Giovanni, 11 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Altafiumara Fort' Villa San Giovanni, 14.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Ruffo Castle of Scilla' Scilla, 16.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Ruffo Castle of Amendolea' Amendolea, 25.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castello di Milazzo' Milazzo, 38.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castello di Villagonia' Taormina, 43.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castello di Schisò' Giardini Naxos, 46.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Unique landmarks in Calabria and around
Teatro Greco Antico di Taormina
From the series “Ancient Amphitheaters and Arenas, That Are Still Operational”
Check on the map: Distance from Calabria center - 42.8 km.
The Italian town of Taormina has also its own unique antique symbol - a beautiful amphitheater that recalls the culture and traditions of the past. According to researchers, the construction of the theater took place in the 2nd century BC. For the erection of the arena local residents had to do a tremendous job. They have leveled a huge mountain, having moved more than 100000 cubic meters of limestone for this purpose. …
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Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Calabria. Learn the best periods to visit Calabria to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Calabria.