Calabrian vacation

June 4th, 2011

Located at the very tip of the toe of Italy is the province of Calabria. This region, which splits the Tyrrhenian and Ionian seas is known for its tall mountains and breathtaking cliffs that run directly up to an deep emerald sea. A well-known spot for local holidays and rustic vacations, Calabria is home to some excellent places to find the perfect vacation rental apartment. Calabria is characterized by its mountains that cut this peninsula off from the coast and its many kilometers of secluded beached.

 

Houses in Monalto Uffugo
Monalto Uffugo is an ancient collection of villas which today is both a vibrant town and an idyllic vacation spot. This town is located on a tall and steep mountain and its claim to fame is the many terraces and levels that have been been excavated into its sides. Looking like something out of a fantasy movie, in Monalto Uffugo, you will certainly find the perfect villa or the most unique apartment rental you have ever seen.

Holiday in Regio Calabri
If small traditional villas aren’t your cup of tea, head to the bustling city of Regio Calabri. This city of about 200,000 offers modern hotels and an opportunity to find an apartment that has been built on level ground. Reggio Calibria is also home to the Museum of Magna Greacia, where you can find the breathtaking Riace Bronzes from 455 BC that you saw in your high school Humanities textbook. You can find info about the museum at the city’s website here.

Share an apartment in lively Soverato
If an apartment on a mountain or a rental near the museum district is to tame for your blood, head to Soverato. This town is known for its lively nightlife and rich culture. Located directly on the sea, this beach side town is the perfect place to rent a house and share it with your friends, enjoying the beach during the day and the discos at night.

 

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