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Macroregion of Italy
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Southern Italy, sometimes known as Mezzogiorno ("Midday"), encompasses five of Italy's twenty regions.
Referred to as "the heel of Italy", this large region has been colonised by numerous empires and has a rich archaeological history. The region also has some impressive views of the Adriatic sea, impressive coastlines, and a distinct culinary scene.
Referred to as "the instep of Italy" and "Italy's best-kept secret", this region has pulchritudinous castles, alluring religious sites, and comely views of the Ionian sea.
Has some impressive national parks, magnificent ski trails, and an abundance of nature reserves. Offers plenty of summer and winter activities for visitors. The word "Italy" is thought to originate from Calabria.
Rich in culture and home to ten UNESCO sites, among them Pompeii. The inland districts, especially Irpinia, are woody and mountainous.
Was part of ancient Samnium. The region is rich in history and culture and has some very impressive historical sites and ruins.
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the capital city of Apulia and one of the most important economic centres in Southern Italy.
a port that attracts many cruise ships
includes a coastal area on the Ionian Sea with 8 km of beach and a tourist port
main centre of the plain of Tavoliere delle Puglie (Table of the Apulias), ancient Swabian imperial town
the third largest city (after Milan and Rome) in Italy, the capital of Campania, and the most important economic centre in Southern Italy, and the birthplace of pizza!
the capital of Basilicata.
a vibrant and dynamic city with impressive cathedral and promenade
a coastal city that has one of Italy's most important commercial ports
this ferry port on the toe of Italy is home to the Riace Bronzes, a legacy of the city's Magna Graecia origins
the wonderful stretch of coastline on the Gulf of Salerno.
a typical mountain town astride the Apennines, overlooking the green Irpinian highlands.
the world-famous island in the Gulf of Naples.
a ghost town on a rocky hill, set of various films.
Herculaneum (Italian: Ercolano) is a town close to Naples in Campania, Italy. It is named after the ruined Roman city which forms its main attraction.
triumph of baroque architectures in the heart of the Salento Peninsula.
the historic centre composed of the distinctive "sassi".
the easternmost town of Italy, where Adriatic sea and Ionic sea merge.
one of the most popular seaside resorts, with its endless beaches.
picturesque and colorful old town on the Adriatic coast of Molise.
located on a reef over a wonderful white beach, on the Tyrrhenian coast of Calabria.
1,281 meters (4,203 ft) tall volcano with a stunning view over the Bay of Naples.
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