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From its elevated cliffside position on the Amalfi Coast, Ravello is one of our favourite spots for romance, as you soak up this dreamy world of ancient villas and spellbinding views. “Ravello is a special place. Nestled in the hills away from the sea, it’s very different to other towns along the Amalfi Coast. You’ll find stunning gardens, thousands of years of history, truly spectacular views, and a quaint, calm retreat in the evenings.” Heather Green, Head of Product From the moment you arrive, you’ll find yourself lulled into its soothing slowness. Ravello is car-free, which gives the town a timeless feeling as you roam narrow, meandering streets that are peppered with cafés and craft shops of local art and handmade ceramics. (Despite its pedestrianisation, Ravello is easy to reach with buses and taxis shuttling amorous visitors to and from the coast.) Even if you only sit and sip coffee in the main piazza, you’ll find hours easily disappear as you quench your spirit observing sleepy, tranquil scenes. During the 20th century, Ravello cradled several amorous affairs, most notably between Greta Garbo and Leopold Stokowski. There’s a splash of glamour to this little rustic place, as it has been a creative haven for renowned film stars like Humphrey Bogart, while esteemed writers and artists including Tennessee Williams, Virginia Woolf, Salvador Dalí, and Graham Green have all soaked up its inspirational energy. In fact, during the 1920s, DH Lawrence wrote Lady Chatterley’s Lover from Ravello! Then there’s Ravello’s erstwhile villas, which calling them villas is to downplay their indomitable presence - you’ll find vast, sprawling castles and mansions with the most breathtaking Italian gardens. Venture to Villa Cimbrone and its magical Mediterranean gardens, where you’ll find Ravello’s best viewpoint: the aptly-named Terrazza dell’Infinito (Terrace of Infinity), where the blue hues of the sky and sea delightfully collide with Roman columns and statues. You will also find yourself enamoured by the peachy-pink coloured Villa Rufolo, a 13th century residence that nestles on its rocky ridge. In its heyday it held more rooms than days of the year! Named after the wealthy, powerful family who built it, the villa’s crowning feature is a lofty 30 metre turret that towers over its manicured garden. Villa Rufolo - and indeed the entire Amalfi Coast - comes alive in July and August, with one of Italy's best-loved musical events, the time-honoured Ravello Festival, an incredible celebration of music and arts. Popularly dubbed the Wagner Festival, it was created in the 19th century as a tribute to the German composer and director Richard Wagner, and today features orchestra, chamber, and jazz music, as well as art shows, dance performances, exhibits, and discussions. You’ll find an open-air stage perched by the cliff, with concerts starting at 4am to welcome the sunrise. It can be hard to say goodbye to this enchanting town, so we suggest you plan to stay a few nights in one of our handpicked palatial hotels. Amalfi Coast Small Group Walking Tour To get the most of Ravello and other charming clifftop towns like Positano and Amalfi, why not join our Amalfi Coast Small Group Walking Tour? Exclusive to Citalia, you get to trek the beautifully scented Lemon Path, the famed Path of the Gods, and explore Ferriere Natural Reserve. You have the chance to visit Villa Rufolo, Villa Cimbrone, Amalfi Cathedral, as well as a unique papermill museum! This six day escorted tour includes four-star accommodation, a professional trekking guide, breakfast and several lunches, as well as entrance fees to selected attractions. The tour takes place in small groups of six to 12 people. Due to the trekking element it's unsuitable for those with health or mobility issues. There are two tour departures in May and September - just scan the QR code to find out more. A 4 night holiday in Ravello, staying at Hotel Palazzo Avino, starts from £1,399 per person. Speak to one of our Personal Travel Planners on 01293 765061 Volume 1 – 2024 Andiamo!
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