General information:
Province: Salerno

Breathtaking views, history, traditions and modern comforts, these are the things Amalfi stands for nowadays, giving its visitors the chance to spend relaxing and exciting holidays at the same time.
Amalfi is a small city from the white houses where today the tourism activities are the fulcrum of the economy.

Historical outlines:
Amalfi's origin dates back to the first century b.C. when the roman aristocracy built luxurious villas in this area.
Soon Amalfi and its surroundings became a refined and well developed community, mainly because of the wealthy commerce with many other populations around the Mediterranean sea.
Amalfi indeed owned a powerful fleet and strong marine traditions and laws (Tabula de Amalpha) and is still very proud of its most famous mariners, Flavio Gioia, who invented the compass.

Place to visit:
St. Andrea Cathedral with the Cloister of Paradise, “La Piazzetta”, the sea promenade, Amalfi port.

AMALFI HOTEL LIST

DISTANCES FROM AMALFI
- Rome kms 293;
- Napoli kms 72;
- Pompeii kms 46;
- Amalfi kms 0;
- Ravello kms 7;
- Positano kms 19;
- Sorrento 33 kms;
- Vesuvio kms 63;
- Acciaroli kms 106;
- Palinuro kms 140;
- Padula kms 125;
- Pertosa caves kms 95;
- Castelcivita caves kms 85;
- Capri (1 hour from Amalfi port)