Ravello on the Amalfi Coast

The Ravello Festival was opened today!!!

To get an impression of its backdrop, and how the unique location of Ravello contributes to the success of this festival, watch this beautiful offical video on Ravello's lush green surroundings, perched as it is high above the Tyrrhenian sea. 

Ravello was founded in the 6th century AD, and was part of the Maritime Republic of Amalfi. Click here to read more about the venues of the Festival situated in and around Ravello.

From Amalfi towards Ravello

Going up to Ravello on narrow winding roads

On our way to Ravello we pass by beautiful plots of land with olive groves, orchards, palms, agaves...

Now I have made it; this is the view from Ravello towards Scala

I have retrieved another video on what many consider the most beautiful view down on the Amalfi coast - the view from the terrace called "Terrazza dell'infinito" situated at the Villa Cimbrone gardens. 

Terrazza dell'infinito sotto il sole

Here is another video on the town of Ravello, its ancient buildings and stairs, and of course marvelous parks and gardens.