In the Amalfi Coast, along the southern edge Sorrentine Peninsula, in the Campania region, Italy

 An outstanding example of a Mediterranean landscape, the Amalfi Coast is one of Italy's most stunning destinations. Here, mountains seem to plunge into the sea in a vertical scene of precipitous crags, cliff-clinging abodes, and verdant woodland.

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(on a stretch of coastline in western Italy overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Gulf of Salerno) The Amalfi Coast is is located south of the Sorrentine Peninsula and north of the Cilentan Coast. Known worldwide for its Mediterranean landscape and natural diversity, the Coast is named after the town of Amalfi, which makes up its main historical and political center. It is a popular destination, and has been an attraction to Europeans since the 18th century, when it was a frequent stopover on their Grand Tours. (The Amalfi Coast was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.)

+ During the 10th–11th centuries, the Duchy of Amalfi existed on the territory of the Amalfi Coast, centered in the town of Amalfi. The Amalfi coast was later controlled by the Principality of Salerno, until Amalfi was sacked by the Republic of Pisa in 1137.

+ The only land route to the Amalfi Coast is the 40 km (25 mi.)-long Amalfi Drive (Strada Statale 163) which runs along the coastline from the town of Vietri sul Mare in the east to Positano in the west. That same topography gives the Amalfi some of the most idyllic and scenic beaches in all of Italy.

+ One look at the Amalfi Coast and you may think that you have found heaven on earth. That's the kind of effect this stretch of Italian coastline tends to have on millions of annual visitors that cross its paths. Located in the Campania region of Italy, this place covers 34 miles of majestic terrain; sky-high costal cliffs display vibrant vegetation and multicolored towns live side by side with the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, creating a scene that stops even the most seasoned of travelers dead in their tracks. The coast and the seaside towns are all connected via the SS163 highway, considered one of the most scenic drives in the world. Each town comes equipped with typical Amalfi topography, as well as standout attributes of its own. The pastel-colored Positano, which draws wealthy free-spenders, is famous for its cliffside resorts and fine Italian dining, while the town of Amalfi is Italy's oldest maritime republic, which once served as a big commercial and technical hub in the Mediterranean. The alpine town of Ravello may not be for the faint of heart, but its ancient villas and stunning ocean views will be etched in your memory for years to come. Praiano's secluded shorelines will appease beach lovers and Minori, home to one of the oldest pastas in the world, is a mecca for foodies. And, if you plan on passing through Cetara, you can stop at an ancient Norman tower (which, according to legend), was founded by Hercules himself. However you decide to explore the Amalfi Coast, its glory is likely to to leave you amazed, long after you have gone.