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The Tyrrhenian Sea is adored by Italians, as well as tourists who come to the country to soak up the coast and visit beautiful old towns.

Location

Finding the Tyrrhenian Sea on the map is very easy. It washes western part Italy. The sea is part of Mediterranean Sea passing between islands such as:

  • Sicily;
  • Sardinia;
  • Corsica;
  • Ischia;
  • Capri;
  • Pontine;
  • Liparian;
  • The Tuscan Archipelago;
  • Apennine Peninsula.

Tyrrhenian Sea on the map

Currents

The currents of the sea create the so-called cyclonic circulation, which is of a general nature.

Historical events

The reservoir was the territory of sea companies and campaigns that the Romans carried out to other regions of the world. The inhabitants of Rome called the sea Lower. The sea got its name in honor of the ancient peoples who fled here, according to legends, from mainland Greece, more precisely from the city of Lydia. One of the tribes - the Etruscans - was headed by the prince Tyrren. In his honor, the settlers began to be called Tyrrhenians.

What straits are in the Tyrrhenian Sea

  • Sicilian;
  • Messinsky;
  • Stromboli;
  • Bonifacio;
  • Corsican;
  • Sardinian.

Relief

Along the bottom Tyrrhenian Sea there is a fault that is located between Europe and Africa. On the banks of the reservoir there are such famous volcanoes like Vesuvius, Vulcano and Stramboli. Their eruptions can occur several times an hour.

Cities and ports

On the coast there are such historical areas like Campania, Calabria, Lazio, Tuscany. The largest port cities are:

  • Bastia - from France;
  • Cagliari;
  • Naples; Palermo;
  • Rome (the port of Civitavecchia, which is located 68 kilometers from the capital);
  • Salerno;
  • Trapani;
  • Gioya Tauro (island port and city).

Naples photos

Flora and fauna

The fauna in the sea is the same as in the Mediterranean Sea, it is eel, sardine, swordfish, tuna, etc. Peridineas are common among algae here.

Characteristic

  • Sea area 214,000 km 2;
  • The Tyrrhenian Sea is divided into two basins - Vavilov and Marsili. They are separated from each other by the underwater ridge of Issel, named after Arthur Issel;
  • The reservoir is located in the Mediterranean northern subtropical climatic zone;
  • Precipitation is distributed according to seasons and the influence of air masses. In summer, there is practically no rain, and in winter, precipitation in the form of small rains occurs quite often;
  • The sea is located in a basin, the maximum depth of which is 3719 meters. The average depth values ​​are more than 1.5 kilometers;
  • Warm weather prevails on the sea, which is characterized by a light breeze;
  • Wind directions are constantly changing, which is reflected in waves and weather;
  • Summer at sea is quite hot, the weather is clear and calm, winter is dominated by mild, gloomy, rather windy;
  • Average annual rainfall 500ml;
  • The maximum water temperature in August is 25 degrees Celsius, and in winter it is kept at around +13 degrees;
  • The waters of the sea are quite salty, the ppm level varies from 37.7 to 38 units.

Ischia island photo

  • A huge number of historical attractions, most of which are concentrated in cities such as Anzio, Terracina, Sperlonga, Ajaccio. Anzio during the Roman Empire was the seat of the emperors and the elite of society;
  • The Tyrrhenian Sea is also famous for the fact that on its shores are the ruins of the city of Pompeii, whose inhabitants died in the eruption of Vesuvius. Until then, research has been conducted here and archaeological expeditions are constantly working. The entrance to the city is open to all comers, tourists can visit the ancient ruins;
  • The ancient area of ​​Miratea is rich in villas, castles and temples, which are surrounded by picturesque greenery;
  • On the island of Ischia, which is located in the middle of the sea, there are healing thermal springs... The baths were built during the time of the Romans, and are perfectly preserved, performing their functions today.

Tirrenia Italy is a tourist resort town on west coast Italy. Tirrenia is located between Pisa and Livorno on the Tyrrhenian Sea coast. Especially attractive for tourists are Tyrrhenian sandy beaches with white sand, interesting sights, unforgettable landscapes. Tyrrhenia is more suitable for a calm, measured family vacation... Fans of nightlife and clubs should look for another resort.

The province of Tireenia is Pisa. It is only 10 km away from Pisa. It is difficult to find a free seat here during the season. Usually Italians and Germans come here - they appreciate the white sand and clean water... But recently, the resort has become popular with the British and Russians.

Resorts in Italy: Tyrrhenian Sea

How to get to Tirrenia

By bus:

Go to Line 010 bus 25min. The ticket price is approximately 1 € - 3 € *.

From the P.Za S.Paolo A Ripa D'Arno stop, take bus line 010.

Buses leave every hour. Drive 25 minutes.

Carrier Consorzio Pisano Trasporti

By car

It is 15 minutes by car to go on your own. The distance between Pisa and Tirrenia is 15.9 km. When traveling, 1 liter of gasoline is consumed at a cost of 1 € - 3 € *.

Tyrrhenian coast Italy: resorts map

Tirrenia Weather

Tirrenia has a mild Mediterranean climate with a comfortable temperature for relaxation, which is very beneficial for the immune system.

  • Best hotels in Tirrenia
  • Hotel Bristol. Offering an outdoor pool and garden, Hotel Bristol is located in the village of Tirrenia, just 1 km from the beach. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
  • Hotel Garden is located in a pine forest, 100 meters from the beach in Tirrenia.

Note! The hotel has a large garden and parking. The Cosmopolitan Golf Club is nearby.

  • Hotel Florida Tirrenia is located in the province of Pisa, next to a golf course. The Tuscan Archipelago is 100 meters away. The hotel has all the conditions for a relaxing and fun-filled holiday.
  • The family-run Hotel Riviera Blu is located in Tirrenia, just 100 meters from the sea. Free parking is available. Free Wi-Fi is provided.
  • Il Cavaliere Nero is just a 2-minute walk from Tirrenia Beach and 10 km from Pisa and the port of Livorno. This modern 2-star hotel has a restaurant and pizzeria.

Attractions of the province

Piazza dei Miracoli

Piazza dei Miracoli was originally called Cathedral Square, but later received a more familiar name for tourists - the Square of Miracles. The square houses four architectural and historical masterpieces that are Pisa's most iconic landmarks - the Cathedral of Pisa, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Campo Santo Cemetery and the Baptistery.

It is here that the main attractions of Pisa are concentrated: the Leaning Tower, the Duomo, the Baptistery, Campo Santo and Ospedale Nuovo di Santo Spirito (Hospital of the Holy Spirit), where the Synopia Museum is now open.

If you visit the sights on the square separately, then the cost of visiting them is as follows: Duomo Santa Maria Assunta is free (but you still have to take this “free” ticket at the box office). Baptistery of San Giovanni - 5 euros *. Leaning Tower of Pisa - 18 euros *. Campo Santo - 5 euros. Museums - 5 euros *.

Campo Santo

Campo Santo is a historical building in the northern part of Pisa's Cathedral Square. Campo Santo (also known as "Camposanto Monumentale") is known to everyone as a memorial cemetery or "Camposanto Vecchio" - "old cemetery". From an architectural point of view, the Camposanto cemetery is a huge, oblong structure and a magnificent example of the Gothic style at the same time.

Campo Santo

This building has become the fourth on the cathedral square. The construction of the massive Gothic cloister was started in 1278 by the architect Giovanni di Simone and was completed only in 1464. It is believed that this should not have been a cemetery at all, but the Church of the Holy Trinity, but the project was changed during the work. It is reliably known that the oldest part of the building is the western one, the eastern one has completed construction.

Cathedral (Duomo of Santa Maria Assunta)

The famous architect Busketo di Giovanni Giudice became the author of the project of the Cathedral. A tribute from the Balearic Islands served as the funds for the construction of this architectural work. Consisting of five naves with their transept divided into three naves, the cathedral is crowned with a majestic dome surrounded by a loggia. The façade of this famous cathedral combines intricate decorations in marble (which is also present in its interior), mosaics and bronze. Also in the decoration, both internal and external, Arab motives are clearly traced. For example, in the interior decoration of the cathedral, elements typical of Muslim mosques can be traced.

Duomo of santa maria assunta

The Pisa Cathedral is a true masterpiece of Italian architecture, created in the Romanesque style.

Outwardly, the cathedral looks pretty monumental. Initially, it had the shape of a Greek cross with equal-sized crossbeams, in the center of which was a dome. If you look at the plan of the modern cathedral, it looks like a Latin cross.

Its façade is made of white marble and gray stone, complemented by decorative elements of colored marble. Above the main entrance, you can see the name of the master Rainaldo, who is the author of the facade. Also, from the outside of the cathedral, the tomb of Buscheto with an inscription indicating the date of the beginning of the construction of the cathedral attracts attention.

Originally on the facade of the cathedral (on the east side) was placed the sculpture of the Pisa Griffin, which is the largest metal Muslim sculpture of the 11th century. At the moment, the original of the sculpture is in the cathedral museum, in its original place there is a copy.

Italy's Tyrrhenian coast resorts are a city popular with tourists. It is here that you can comfortably relax on the beaches with white sand, go to sea ​​cruise, visit the sights, relax with the whole family.

* Prices are valid for September 2018

Scenic resort towns Italy is increasingly becoming a summer destination Russian tourists... Among Western European travelers, one of the most popular destinations is the long coastline, washed by the warm waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The resorts here are diverse, lovers of pleasant leisure come here for a variety of purposes:

  • get acquainted with ancient buildings - medieval monasteries, palaces, abbeys, fortresses, monuments and temples - Naples, Terracina, Pompeii and other Italian cities;
  • have fun and carefree rest on the local pebble, rocky or sandy coastal edges;
  • ride inexpensive yachts or explore with experienced divers undersea world the unusually clear Tyrrhenian Sea.

Thanks to the Mediterranean climate, holidays on the Tyrrhenian Sea are extremely comfortable, although it rains in summer months- rare "guests" on the coast. The first vacationers appear here at the beginning of May. In October, you can still find vacationers at the resorts, albeit a few. They will not be disappointed with the temperature of the water and air during the warm season:

  • May: + 21.3 ... + 22.6 (+18.9);
  • June: + 26.1 ... + 27.6 (+22.8);
  • July: + 29.7 ... + 31.2 (+25.6);
  • August: + 30.7 ... + 32.2 (+26.3);
  • September: + 25.9 ... + 27.2 (+24.4).

Here, the average air temperatures are given for three last years... Indicators to which sea water warms up are given in brackets. Each of the most famous local resorts attracts with something special that sets it apart from similar cities on the coast, but it is not difficult to find a tour with us.

Terracina

The Tyrrhenian Sea offers no less choice of holiday destinations than the famous Adriatic coast. Terracina is considered one of the most famous local resorts. The town became famous for its old quarter with the Cathedral and the ancient forum, similar to similar ancient ruins in the Italian capital. But above all, it attracts with its 15-kilometer line of wide beaches.

Fans of diving will certainly be frequent guests of Pianetamare, a modern diving center. Connoisseurs of incendiary dancing have fun in Ribbon, Roma, Grande and several other cozy bars and crowded clubs in the resort. The venerable age of Terracina is evidenced by the remains of the stone-covered Appian Way and the powerful walls of the temple of Jupiter towering on a hill, where travelers ascend, dreaming of looking at the city and its beaches from a flat top.

Sperlonga

For tanning lovers on the golden sands on the Tyrrhenian Coast, there is perfect place 18.8 km from Terracina. Here, surrounded by low cliffs, Sperlonga is located - a tiny settlement where young people and parents with young children like to relax. The former are attracted by dance parties and a restaurant that adorns the 6-kilometer promenade. The second are attracted by the sea, calm and rather shallow off the coast, as well as a large selection of local beaches:

  • Delle Bambole is known for its clean pebble bottom;
  • Dell'Angolo - well equipped and crowded;
  • Bazzano became famous for its beach restaurant and noisy parties;
  • Delle Salette is equipped with a playground for volleyball fans;
  • Delle Fontana is located very close to the central quarters of the village.

Gaeta

Sperlonga is only 16 km away from another small resort. Located on the rocky coast of Gaeta, thousands of avid surfers and passionate divers come to visit each year. In the old town there is a lot of interesting things for those who are sincerely keen on history. Here you can visit several medieval temples and even the mausoleum of the Roman consul, wander between the powerful walls of the well-preserved Aragonese-Anjou fortress. Sunbathers in the Italian sun choose one of 17 sandy beaches a picturesque resort... The most populous and well equipped are Sant'Agostino, Serapo and Fontagna.

Formia

Thanks to the statue of Christ, the small resort is already visible from afar, if you approach it by the sea. Formia is separated by 7.3 km from Gaeta, in contrast to which it is a fairly quiet place. Tourists who find themselves in Castellón, a beautiful urban quarter, seem to be in the early Middle Ages.

A feature of the local sand beaches is their rather large width. Despite the hundreds of vacationers and crowds of surfers, it never gets too noisy. Resort guests often choose to stay in a luxury hotel, whose rooms are housed in the reconstructed Royal Palace.

Baia Domizia

Among the resorts of the Tyrrhenian Sea, there are rarely those that have arisen quite recently. One of them is Baia Domizia, which appeared in the 1960s. To reach it from Formia, you have to cover a short distance of 26.2 km. The town, which consists of three streets, does not have any historical sites.

But vacationers planning a vacation on the Tyrrhenian Sea will find many inexpensive hotels and the air saturated with the delicate aroma of pine forests. They will certainly appreciate the cleanliness of the local sandy beaches and the variety of water activities, from snorkeling to catamaran. Vacationers are dominated by Italians and British tourists.

Travelers will need about 3.5-4 hours to fly on a comfortable liner from the Russian capital to Rome. This is how long a direct flight takes between the two cities. From the crowded metropolis, tourists head by bus to one of the selected resorts for have a nice stay and acquaintance with historical monuments and fascinating structures of different eras and styles. You can visit the Tyrrhenian coast thanks to our air tours to Italy... Pick the one you like and go on an adventure!

If you look at the map of Italy, you can see that the country is surrounded by as many as 4 seas from opposite sides of the world: from the east - the Adriatic, from the north-west - the waters of the Ligurian Sea, from south side- Ionian, and from the west the country is washed by the Tyrrhenian Sea.

The Tyrrhenian Sea is part of the Mediterranean Sea.

On one side is the Apennine Peninsula, on the other - such popular tourist corners as the island of Sardinia, magnificent Corsica and multifaceted Sicily.

The name of the Tyrrhenian Sea is associated with the "Tyrrhenians", ancient Greek tribes from Asia Minor. Representatives of this people moved to the area of ​​the Apennine Peninsula (today the Tuscan province is located here) from Lydia.

In the writings of Herodotus, it appears that the sea is named after the people of "Tyrrhenians".

The Lydian ruler instructed the representatives of the local population to find the best territories, since the lands of Asia were not fertile due to constant drought.

If we talk about which sea is more popular among travelers, the Tyrrhenian or, for example, the Adriatic, the latter is more visited by Russian tourists.

Holidays on the Tyrrhenian Sea are more in demand among Europeans.
The vast coastline of the Tyrrhenian Sea is famous for resorts with beautiful beaches and clean, absolutely clear water.

The right time for beach holiday- from May to October

The most comfortable period for a beach holiday begins in May and lasts until the end of October.

Sea water temperature

In order to decide which of the Tyrrhenian Sea resorts to go to at a specific time, especially if you are planning a trip with children, you should know in advance about the water t by months:

  • In May when it begins summer season, the water of the Tyrrhenian Sea warms up on average to t + 18 С;
  • In June, sea water continues to warm up and already exceeds + 22 C;
  • July t water in the resorts of the Tyrrhenian Sea exceeds + 25 C;
  • Starting in September, the water gradually cools down, and its t drops slightly, to + 24.5 C;
  • In October, it is already up to + 22 ° C.

The highest temperature indicators of water in summer were recorded in the towns of Campofelice di Rocella and Cefal; the coolest water resorts are Olbia, Porto Cervo, Bonifacio.

Tour or solo trip?

In order to organize your vacation on the Tyrrhenian coast, you can use the services of travel agencies specializing in this direction, or fly there yourself, choosing a resort, booking flights and accommodation.
Both options have their pros and cons.

Independent travel is more suitable for "seasoned" tourists who have experience in long trips without the participation of travel companies.

For those who appreciate a pre-planned vacation and are ready to stay at any one resort in a local hotel, it is advisable to purchase ready tour to the Tyrrhenian Sea. In addition, travel from travel agencies is often more cost-effective than travel "savage".

Major resorts

Among the main resorts on the Italian coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea, belonging to the rich long beaches of the Riviera Lazio, are the following:



In the hilly region of Calabria, which is washed by the Tyrrhenian Sea on the western side, there are also many attractive resort towns:

  • The city of Belvedere Marittimo will be of interest to history buffs due to its attractions;
  • the residential buildings of the bright Diamante are painted by famous Italian artists;
  • The town of Chetraro attracts tourists with its ancient churches;
  • the Terme Luigiano resort is famous for its thermal waters;
  • Also, you can note the comfortable Fuscaldo;
  • Praia a Mare with outlandish citron trees;
  • the town of Scalea, the upper part of which is on a cliff, and the lower part of which is a well-developed seaside resort;
  • in the town of Cirelle there are interesting architectural monuments.

You can have a good rest and strengthen your health in Italian about. Ischia.
Ischia - small volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, prized for its luxurious spa resorts, natural thermal pools.
You will learn more about the island of Ischia from the video:

Tirrenia

Let us dwell in more detail on the city bearing the same name as the sea.

Travelers who prefer quiet rest and want to enjoy the natural scenery, they will surely enjoy the city of Tirrenia.

The Italian resort of Tirrenia is surrounded by the resinous pine forest of the San Rossore Nature Reserve.
Tirrenia is located very close to Pisa, in the heart of the Tuscan Riviera.
The city was founded during the reign of B. Mussolini.
Today this resort is popular place rest of Italians.

It has everything for a comfortable stay for both adults and children: cozy beaches with soft sand, modern hotels, entertainment.

You can relax in Tirrenia very comfortably

The extensive beach has bathing facilities and secluded coves.

Not far from the beach there are sports and health centers that offer visitors a wide range of game sports, golf, fishing, horseback riding, sea cruises.

The green surroundings of the resort are good for walking.
Fans of mass events can look at discos, go to a club or bar, visit amusement parks.
As a cultural part of the vacation, tourists should visit the iconic cities of Italy, located near the resort.
Among them: the famous Pisa, rich in sights, romantic Florence, original Siena.

Hotels

Tirrenia offers tourists a wide selection of hotels of various categories from 2 to 4 *, hotels without * and apartments:


Restaurants

It is pleasant to spend the evening, you can taste traditional dishes and drinks of Tuscany in one of the restaurants in Tirrenia:


The restaurants of the resort are distinguished by a polite and hospitable staff, a pleasant atmosphere and generous portions, so tourists should please themselves and their companions with a trip to one of them.

How and when to go to Tirrenia?

At any time of the year, especially in summer, the resort of Tirrenia in Italy is an attractive holiday destination, which is very easy to reach thanks to its convenient location. Nearby is the G. Galilei airport in Pisa, the port of Livorno and the country's highways.

It is always interesting to discover new countries and cities.

Tirrenia and the entire Tyrrhenian coast are a worthy holiday destination for families with children and independent travelers.

It takes only three hours flight from Moscow to Rome or Naples. Then a short and easy transfer, and the rest on the Tyrrhenian coast can be considered as begun. And the Tyrrhenian coast includes hundreds of kilometers of beaches, amazingly beautiful nature, clear sea, small picturesque towns, each of which has its own face, interesting culture, history and traditions.

The beach season here lasts from May to October, the temperature is usually a couple of degrees higher than Adriatic coast... The proximity to the coast of cities such as Rome, Naples, Pompeii allows you to coincide with a vacation on the coast an extensive and very rich excursion program, and the opportunity to visit the islands of Ischia and Capri (so beloved by the honored Bolsheviks and the writer Maxim Gorky) make the rest even more multifaceted. The main resorts of the Tyrrhenian coast are Anzio, Sabaudia, San Felice Circeo, Terracina, Sperlonga, Gaeta, Formia, Baia Domizia. Each of them is good in its own way; rest in any of them will bring a lot of pleasure.

The main resorts of the Tyrrien Sea on the Lazio Riviera

Sabaudia is a unique city that appeared on the map of Italy at the request of its then leader, Mussolini in 1933. It took only 253 days to build this resort. In the center of the city, on the Commune Square, there is a 45-meter tower that was erected in just 18 days. Young architects, the authors of the project, realized the wildest fantasies, creating Sabaudia, implemented many avant-garde solutions. Until now, this resort amazes with its rationality and reasonable beauty, which appeared, in the literal sense of the word, unexpectedly and is still one of the elite resorts Italy. Sabaudia is buried in flowers and greenery, as national reserve Chicheo, which is one of the attractions of Italy.

Anzio is located just 40 km from Rome. The city is famous for the fact that at the time it was the residence of the Roman emperors and the favorite resting place of the Roman patricians, apparently already in those days the wonderful climate of this place was appreciated. In addition, Anzio is known throughout the world as the birthplace of the Roman emperors Nero and Caligula. The ancient philosopher Cicero wrote: "I prefer Anzio to Rome!" The whole life of this town is closely connected with seaport, which was not only an important transport hub, but also largely determined the course of business and commercial activity in the city. Today Anzio - small town, which has lost its former commercial importance, but has not lost the quality of a wonderful resort. Wide sandy beaches, diving schools, tennis courts, excellent developed infrastructure, a significant number of comfortable hotels make this city no less attractive than in the days of the Roman Emperors. The opportunity to visit nearby Rome and Naples adds to the attractiveness of this city in the eyes of tourists.

Terracina has golden sandy beaches, azure sea, bright blue skies and magnificent landscapes so characteristic of the Tyrrhenian coast. This city is full of unique monuments Antiquity: the famous Appian Way, the Temple of Jupiter, built by the mysterious Etruscans in the 4th century BC. NS., Cathedral... These priceless monuments of bygone eras are of interest to all civilized mankind.

Sperlonga is one of the seven beautiful places Italy. It is literally a white city with picturesque winding streets, medieval towers, observation platforms, very beautiful coastline... Thanks to the many caves and grottoes in the vicinity of the city, Sperlonga got its name. And it owes its architectural appearance to the numerous attacks of pirates. Caves and grottoes attract tourists, more more tourists attracted by the picturesque beaches in the vicinity of Sperlonga.

Sperlonga

Speaking of the Tyrrhenian coast, it is impossible not to mention widely famous island Capri, Paradise Island... Its climate is comfortable, its landscapes are picturesque, its villas are charming. But the most wonderful thing is the sea around the island. It is transparent. Well, that is, completely transparent. For 8-10 kilometers. Once upon a time, the Roman emperors Tiberius and Augustus spent their time here. Much later, in different years, V. Lenin, M. Gorky, N. Aseev, A. Shalyapin, I. Bunin lived here. Anyone who has visited the island of Capri will agree that outstanding Russians knew a lot about vacation. However, they are not alone: ​​Arab sheikhs and Hollywood directors are happy to rest on Capri ...

Popular hotels in Tyrrien Coast

Major resorts of the Tyrrien Sea in Calabria

Praia a Mare: from here begins the famous Riviera dei Chedri ("Coast of the Citrons") - the only place in Europe, where rare relatives of oranges and lemons grow - citrons.

Scalea is located 109 km from Cosenza on a cliff top, almost vertically. Lower Scalea is a modern seaside resort with a well-developed tourist structure and a huge number of hotels.

There are many historical monuments worth visiting. Not far from the coast there is small island, decorated with the wreckage of an ancient watchtower.

Diamante, a former fishing village located in the heart of the Riviera dei Cedri, is one of the most "painted" cities in the world: more than 150 works of famous artists adorn the walls of houses here, making the city a real open-air museum.

Belvedere Marittimo: from viewing platforms Old Belvedere, offers an impressive panorama of the Tyrrhenian Sea coast and the surrounding mountains. Tourists eager for ancient monuments will certainly be interested in the local castle, the icons of the Church of Santa Maria del Popolo and the 17th century wooden crucifix kept in the Church of Santo Crocifisso.

Modern Cetraro grew up on the site of the ancient Citrium, the city that got its name from the citron plantations that surrounded it. The attention of history lovers here will be attracted by the churches of Ritiro (Chiesa del Ritiro), San Francesco and San Benedetto (a copy of the basilica in Montecassino).

Near the entrance to Guardia Piemontese are the ruins of an old castle, the "Bloody Gate" (Porta del Sangue) and the Church of the Apostle Andrew (Chiesa di Sant'Andrea Apostolo). After driving a few kilometers inland, you can reach Terme Luigiane, the most famous thermal spa in Calabria.

Fuscaldo, consists of two parts: the old Fuscaldo adorns the top of one of the hills, and the young one - Marina di Fuscaldo - stretches along the sea coast, delighting vacationers with spacious beaches and a landscaped city promenade.

Gioia Tauro is a three-kilometer sandy beach with small interspersed pebbles. There are several bars, restaurants and showers on its territory. This beach is not covered by rocks, so a refreshing sea breeze constantly blows on it. It is not too crowded and not very family friendly.

Palmi Beach, like Joya Tauro, is sandy and pebbly, but unlike the latter, in the summer months it is literally crowded with people. Palm trees are surrounded by rocks and mountains approaching the coast, blocking access to the wind, so it can be too hot here during the sultry period.

Tropea is a beautiful sandy beach with fine and soft sand.

Capo Vaticano is a 500-meter long beach covered with soft clean sand. Also, like Tropea, it is very crowded, without enough parking spaces. Couples and single vacationers come here in search of new acquaintances.

Scilla is a classic sandy beach surrounded by rocks. Here, refreshing winds are extremely rare and you can only escape from the heat in the sea or in a few local bars.

Reggio Calabria is a new bulk beach, for which the sand was brought from Gioia Tauro.

The fishing village of Soverato has miles of snow-white sandy beaches. There are both "civilized" areas with bars, restaurants, sun loungers and showers, and secluded corners. A picturesque promenade stretches along the beach.

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