Traveling in Campania
Campania is the southwestern region of Italy encompassing the Amalfi coast, Naples, Salerno, Pompeii, and many more of the most popular destinations in Italy. A rugged and mountainous region, Campania is known for its beautiful yet expensive coastline with clear blue water, amazing food, and rich cultural history. Agriculture is one of the main industries in the region, and lemons grow in abundance. Limoncello and Crema di limone have become very popular and tasty drinks for locals and tourists alike. The Amalfi coast is perhaps the most highly regarded area for tourists, although other nearby areas host similar experiences for a much lower cost. The coastline around Naples, for example, tends to be cheaper. The islands of Capri and Ischia offer unique and stunning resort-like atmospheres with an Italian feel, but for a hefty price. Outside of Naples, visitors can find Pompeii and Herculaneum, ancient archeological sites made famous by their "frozen in time" remains from the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
Regions
Campania covers an area of more than 13,000 square kilometers and has a coastline of 350 kilometers that runs along the Tyrrhenian Sea. It has many gulfs and three islands. Major cities in Campania include Naples, Amalfi, Positano, Salerno and Sorrento. Some of the most popular destinations include the Amalfi coast, Capri and Ischia, Calitri, Pompeii and Herculaneum and Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park.