Italy, surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea, is a country with a long and varied coastline. The sea along the entire coast is called differently: in the west - Ligurian, in the south - Tyrrhenian, near the "foot of the Italian boot" - Ionian, in the east - Adriatic (all of these seas are parts of the Mediterranean). Not surprisingly, Italy's beach resorts collectively stretch for nearly 6,800 kilometers. This country is definitely among the top resort destinations in the world. At least 226 beaches have an honorary Blue Flag.
Traditionally, Italian villages were built in sheltered locations, often on hills above the sea, since until the first half of the twentieth century the coastal lowlands were generally malarial areas. Therefore, today you can find historical centers located in the hinterland, and modernbeach resorts in Italy - in the suburbs, along the sea.
The list of the most popular resort towns is headed by Portofino and Cinque Terre. They are always in the center of attention of travelers. Holidays in the Cinque Terre are reminiscent of a fairy tale. Five villages were built on a small area of the Italian Riviera's rocky shores in the eleventh century.
No, these are not youth resorts in Italy, they are designed for people who appreciate a calm, relaxed holiday. Indeed, it is hard to believe that in our dynamic 21st century, somewhere people live quietly away from the whirlwinds of civilization, enjoying the beauty and silence that surrounds them.
Today, the villages (towns) of the Cinque Terre are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List as a national park because of the fantastic beauty of the landscapes, and also as an example of the preservation of the medieval architectural appearance. Perhaps the most spectacular of the settlements and a favorite among tourists is Vernazza. Car traffic is prohibited in all places in the Cinqua Terre.
Other very popular and no less picturesque beach resorts in Italy, which can be added to the list: Otranto, located on the Adriatic Sea, Tropea in the Tyrrhenian Sea, Lampedusa and Linosa, located at a distance of 200 kilometers from the coast of Sicily, Castiglione della -Sand.
Otranto is a historic town. In the past it was ruled by Greeks and Romans, Byzantines, Normans and Aragonese. It welcomes its guests not only with stunning sandy beaches, clean and warm sea water, a constant wonderful holiday atmosphere, butand interesting landmarks reflecting diverse cultural influences.
Italian beach resorts are found in many places. Not far from the mainland, there are a number of islands that also offer a lot of opportunities for amazing holidays. It should also be taken into account that the weather in the country is always great. The holiday season opens in the spring and ends in the fall, but walking along the beach can be rewarding any time of the year (as long as it doesn't rain).
In addition, travelers will be very pleased that during the peak of the summer season, beach resorts in Italy tend to reduce prices for everything (hotel accommodation, groceries, etc.). However, it should be noted that the all-inclusive system is not practiced in the country's hotels, although the choice of places to stay is huge.
The south in general may be a little warmer than the north, but that doesn't mean the northern seaside resorts are less interesting and popular. For example, Rimini, located on the northeast coast, is one of the most famous in Europe. Some popular southern Italian resorts (reviews of which make you want to go there immediately) can be found in the Amalfi region.
