THE HIGH TYRRHENIAN COAST: FROM DIAMANTE TO SAN NICOLA ARCELLA
June 22nd, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
08:00 Departure
09:00 Arrival and visit to San Nicola Arcella
A charming town on the High Tyrrhenian Coast of Calabria.
Renowned for its natural stone arch, the Arcomagno, which rises approximately 20 meters high and frames one of the area's spectacular beaches. This beach, a true tourist attraction, has recently been designated a protected landscape.
11:30 Cedar Museum: Santa Maria del Cedro
Proceed to Santa Maria del Cedro for a guided visit to the Cedar Museum.
The tour includes a tasting of the citrus fruit in its various culinary forms.
15:00 Diamante: The Jewel of the High Tyrrhenian Coast
Transfer to Diamante, often referred to as the “jewel of the High Tyrrhenian Coast.” Centrally located in the Riviera dei Cedri, it is also known as the “city of murals” due to the numerous paintings adorning its narrow streets. Over 200 artworks have been painted on the walls of the historic center and the Cirella hamlet since 1981 by internationally renowned artists.
Diamante is also famous for its chili peppers, which have become a symbol of the town.
Participants will explore this delightful seaside town by wandering through its ancient village.
THE SILA AND THE IONIAN COAST: NATURE AND GASTRONOMY
June 23rd, 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
08:00 Departure
09:00 Sila National Park
Begin a guided hike along one of the trails in Sila National Park. The trail runs alongside the village of Lorica, passing through a dense pine forest located just above the village. Throughout the hike, the group will be accompanied by Official Guides of Sila National Park/Environmental Hiking Guides, who will showcase the natural beauty and incredible biodiversity of the park.
15:00 Visit to the Codex Purpureus Rossanensis
Transfer to the Diocesan Museum to view the Codex, also known as the Rossanensis, one of the seven existing illuminated Eastern manuscripts in the world. Three are in Syriac, and four are in Greek.
16:00 Visit to the Ducal Castle of Corigliano
Transfer to and visit the Ducal Castle in Corigliano-Rossano, one of the best-preserved castles from the 19th century. Originally built in 1073, the castle has undergone several restoration and stylistic modifications over time.
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