Vibo Valentia (Calabria)

Panoramic view of Vibo Valentia

The beautiful central course of Vibo Valentia

The City Hall in Vibo Valentia

Vibo Valentia is a city in the Calabria region of southern Italy, near the Tyrrhenian Sea. It is the capital of the province of Vibo Valentia, and is an agricultural, commercial and tourist center (the most famous places nearby are Tropea, Ricadi and Pizzo). There are also several large manufacturing industries, including the tuna district of Maierato. Very important for the local economy is Vibo Marina's harbour. The main sights of the city are: the Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle, today home to a state museum, the Walls of Hipponion, the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore e San Leoluca (Cathedral), built in the 9th century over the remains of a Byzantine basilica, the Church of Santa Ruba (c. 1000), and the Church of the Rosario (c. 1337), located over a Roman temple.

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Villa Paola: Boutique Luxury in a Restored Monastery Overlooking Tropea

With Villa Paola as your perch, it’s easy to understand why this part of Calabria is called the Coast of the Gods.

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Following his family roots, former restaurateur Joe Cairo has set up an immersive one-week cooking school in the heart of Calabria to teach travelers about the region’s unique flavors and unsung culinary gems.

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Discover the Pearls of the Tyrrhenian Sea

With stunning beaches and rugged inland mountains, Calabria has unparalleled scenery with a fraction of the tourists that normally crowd the southern Italian hotspots of the Amalfi Coast and Puglia.

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Recipes From Calabria

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These Chocolate Almond Honey Bars From Calabria Are a No-Fuss Dessert

These traditional cookies from Calabria combine smooth chocolate and rich honey.

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