Rome in Limo
Pompeii, sorrento, Positano (Kerry)
Minibus - 15 passengers
1. Kerry and Carl
2. Cristina and Rachel
3. Polly and Ken
4. Dave and Jen
5. Doug and Debbie
6. Debbie and Randy
7. Judy and Vernon
Meeting instructions:
7:30 AM meeting point - R Bar Centrum Deck 4
Tour time: 8:00 - 5:00
Located on the coast of the
Tyrrhenian Sea, Salerno neighbors Italy's cherished Amalfi Coast. One of the
larger cities in the area, Salerno is a lively modern center with a charming
medieval sector at its heart. Set out from Salerno to visit the Amalfi Coast.
Or stay and explore the city's long and eventful history before enjoying a
leisurely stroll along Salerno's stunning Lungomare Trieste (seafront
promenade), which rivals those of the French Riviera.
Naples (Salerno), Italy
Port of Call
The
One Thing You Don't Want To Miss
With so many incredible stories and
so much historical importance tied to the Duomo Salerno, it is well worth a
visit. Built in 1076, the cathedral was consecrated in 1085 to house the tomb
of Saint Matthew the Evangelist. It is believed that the front section of the
building was the main hall of the Scuola Medica Salernitana, the first major
medical institution in Europe (9th century or earlier) and the forerunner of
modern universities. You'll also discover the Cappella delle Crociate (Chapel
of the Crusades) where the Crusaders had their weapons blessed before sailing.
Adjacent to the Duomo is a museum with a large collection including incredible
ivory carvings and illuminated manuscripts.
Other
Fun Things To Do
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Uncover more history at the Museo
Archeologico Provinciale. Renowned for displaying the 1st century bronze head
of Apollo, the museum also houses discoveries from the archaeological
excavations of an Etruscan-Samnite town on the outskirts of Salerno.
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Explore the unforgettably
picturesque Amalfi Coast, which includes the enchanting towns of Amalfi,
Positano and Ravello, to name a few. The best way to soak in the scenery is
from the many ferries that travel between Salerno and Vietri Sul Mare,
Sorrento, Amalfi and Positano.
Get
a Taste Of Local Flavor
San Marzano tomatoes. Amalfi lemons.
Mozzarella di bufala campana. All these celebrated flavors feature prominently
in the dishes of Salerno. Naturally, seafood is also popular-most notable are
the delicious pastas with clam sauce, lemon marinated anchovies, polpi affogati
(octopus sautéed with tomatoes and hot peppers) and 'mpepata di cozze (mussels
with lemon). Limoncello, the refreshing Italian lemon liqueur, is at its finest
here.
Shopping
For Bargains
Browse the Centro storico di
Salerno, the historical downtown and its Via dei mercanti (merchant street),
which has been a shopping district for centuries and is, even today, the main
shopping area in the city.
Local
Currency
The Euro (EUR), the currency of the
European Union, is the official currency of Italy. Many stores and restaurants
also accept major credit cards, which usually offer you a good exchange rate.
When shopping, remember there is a Value-Added Tax added to most purchases.
