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Run Away To Amalfi

Updated: Nov 25, 2021

New York

 

October 12, 2020


Amalfi is a town stretch of coastline along the southern edge of Italy’s Sorrentine Peninsula in the province of Salerno, region of Campania. From the IX to the XI centuries, Amalfi was the first Italian Maritime Republic.


The town unique beauty and great diversity of its landscapes will give you a taste of heaven. 



In the wonderful natural setting below steep cliffs the unique geophysical landscape charming tourism and become a popular in- destination. 


WHERE TO STAY ?

NH Collection Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Via Annunziatella, 46, 84011 Amalfi SA, Italy

+39 089 873 6711


Dating back to 1800, you will enjoy NH Collection Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi. The vintage remodeled place views over the 13th century cloister. 


The luxury Hotel on a cliff-edge is a perfect retreat in Almafi Coast.


There are stunning panoramic views of the sea and Amalfi coastline from most of the hotel's 53 rooms.



The hotel's restaurant is specialized in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant offers a superb panoramic terrace with dramatic breathtaking views and a menu created by famous Italian chef Natale Giant.



Otherwise in the spiritual atmosphere at the 13 th-century cloister there is even a church so why not planning at the hotel a renewal of vows or a memorable wedding.



NH Collection Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi is in perfect localization. The restaurants and the city center is within just 400 meters away ; a 10 minute walk away to Amalfi Cathedral (Duomo di Amalfi) and 3 miles away from Grotta hello Smeraldo.

Besides a brunch of activities are organised by the hotel. 

Services :


Spa

Gym

Parking

Pool

Wifi Pets

Babysitter

Accessibility 


PLACE TO BE


Duomo di Sant'Andrea


In the heart of the city Amalfi The Saint Andrew' Cathedral(Duomo di Sant'Andrea) let you come in after 62 steps to the entrance of the church. From 9th century the Cathedral is built influenced by an Arab Norman romanesque architectural style adding Romanesque , Byzantine, Gothic and Baroque elements.  


The Saint Andrew’s Cathedral contains interesting treasures such a medieval mosaics, a mother-of-pearl crucifix brought from the Holy Land and the 13th century sarcophagus of Archbishop Pietro Capuano.


Address : Piazza Duomo, 84011 Amalfi SA, Italy

Telephone : +39 089 873 558


The Museo della Carta


The Museo della Carta is located up towards the mountain end of the town. Close to the famous Valle dei Mulini and delle Ferriere, the museum consists of the paper mill itselft which closed by Nicola Milano the owner in 1969 and donated to the nascent foundation in 1971.


The museum has always been involved in disseminating and documenting the art of handmade paper processing in Amalfi. Museo della Carta aimed at the preservation of the historical heritage and the revival of ancient arts of the paper.


You will see during the 30 minutes guided tour the original paper presses handmade , The tour explains the original cotton based paper production and the subsequent wood-pulp manufacturing.


Address : Via delle Cartiere, 23, 84011 Amalfi SA, Italy

Hours : 10am to 6pm30 

Telephone : +39 089 830 4561

Price : 7€ and up


Villa Rufolo


The Villa Rufolo which overlooks the Piazza Vescovado is a building within the historic center of Ravello . Built by a wealthy merchant family Rufolo in the 13 th century.



The villa was one of the largest and most expensive villas on the Amalfi Coast. Villa Rufolo has a rich and storied past, the villa had a small museum.


Address : Piazza Duomo, 84010 Ravello SA, Italy

Hours : 9am to 7pm30 Telephone : +39 089 857 621 Price : 7€


Pasticceria Andrea Pansa



In the incredible location right at the foot of the Duomo Andrea Pansa has been a recommended authentic restaurant in Amalfi since 1830. Inside, Pastry shop and café keeps an antique aura. 



Our favorite is the famous delicious "Delizia al limone"


Address : Piazza Duomo, 40, 84011 Amalfi SA, Italy

Hours : 7am30 to 12AM 


Cloister del Paradiso 


In a secluded corner of its Cathedral of Sant’Andrea: the Cloister of Paradise, an elegant Moorish-style architecture built between 1266 and 1268, Cloister del Paradiso supported a refined peristyle with 120 slender, candid double columns surrounds a garden full of palm trees and flowers and religious artifacts.


The cloister was built by archbishop Filippo Augustariccio, mostly remembered for the “great good he did his homeland” and for the “countless monuments” he left for posterity, as ancient chroniclers recorded.

Frescoed chapels contain sarcophagi and represent Greek and Roman myths. Cloister del Paradiso also houses the relics of the Apostle Saint Andrew, as well as a giant bronze statue of the Saint. The cloister’s vast collection includes, most remarkable pieces, an old mitre decorated with pearls and precious stones, an 18th-century bishop’s chair with porters coming from Macau and two chief reliquaries in silver. Address : Via Salita Episcopio, 1, 84011 Amalfi SA, Italy Hours : 9am30 to 5pm30  Telephone : +39 089 871 324


La Valle Dei Mulini


Limoncello also known as Liquore di Limone is an Italian lemon liqueur mainly produced in Southern Italy, especially in the coast of Amalfi.

Our favorite society is La Valle Dei Mulini who since 1825 is one of the best Lemon famers in Italy for five generations. The brand name is a tribute to the area in which the family has been established for many years. The company use only Organic-certified lemons that grow, harvest and select on their own.

According to the philosophy of short supply chainand organic farming, and the values of transparency, sustainability and tradition La Valle Dei Mulini try to safeguard the natural heritage and provide the world with liqueurs, flavors and aromas of Amalfi.


Address : Via delle Cartiere, 55/57 84011 Amalfi SA , Italy

Telephone : +39 089 873 211





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