Positano is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Salerno in the Italian region Campania, It extends over an area of ​​8 km ², having a population density of 483 hab / km ². It borders with Agerola (NA), Pimonte (NA), Praiano, Vico Equense.

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Italy is famous for its charming and beautiful destinations, and Positano is exactly the picture of all that beauty and Italian charm. The town lies on the Amalfi Coast, in the region of Campagna. And it is a mandatory destination for those who pass through Italy; that is, who wants to be surrounded by beauties and charm have to visit Positano. The place is in the middle of two mountains and a beach.
The best way to get to know Positano is by walking through its streets and alleys and enjoying everything the city has to offer; it forms a veritable maze consisting of houses, shops, restaurants and other establishments that sits on the steep slope where Positano has set.

Sometimes the tourist walking the streets of Positano has the incredible feeling of walking through the corridors of a unique building.

The beaches in the area are composed of dark pebbles and have almost no sand, so go footwear so you do not get hurt. The water is blue, and colder than it may be accustomed to. The only difference is that there are no waves. There are still bars, restaurants, parasols, treadmills and all the infrastructure for the tourist.

Positano is considered the pearl of the Amalfi Coast and all over Italy. There are not much secrets to visiting the place, but a bit of a good mood and a spirit of adventure to face the little streets is welcome. Positano can be all known on foot, since only then does it discover all the charms that the place has to offer to all tourists.
This is the ideal place for those who want to travel for honeymoon, or for those looking for a romantic place to be next to their great love!

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The gastronomy is essentially typical home cooking based on fresh ingredients including tomatoes, fresh basil and oregano sprigs, fennel, artichokes, onion and garlic among other natural seasonings. Traditionally the pastas are served as the first course. The classic Neopolitan includes a variation of delicious sauces, followed by meat or fish as the second dish. Desserts are usually simple fruit salads to the most elaborate desserts, such as "coviglie al caffe" - a flavored coffee cream - plus delicious cakes and sweets to tempt you. Nothing better than alfresco dining in the cool shade, or next to a typical wood-fired oven that brings you your Pizza Margherita accompanied with locally produced red wine. With elegant restaurants you can be sure that all Neapolitan dishes are served with an exquisite Italian touch.

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The climate of southern Italy can be very hot in the summer, yet the refreshing coastal breezes tend to moderate the temperature making it more pleasant.

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