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Salerno, located on southwest Italy’s Amalfi coast, is steeped in both beauty and culture. Each year, thousands are lured to this sun-drenched city. Many looking to explore Salerno and the Amalfi coast opt for accommodation in the small and picturesque hamlet of Palinuro.

This quaint village is located at the mouths of the rivers Lambro and Mingardo. Positioned among hills covered with olive trees and heather, the area has a rugged, natural beauty. There are many creeks, stretches of golden sands and spectacular caves which are home to stalagmites and fossils. Its grottoes, known as Azzurra (blue), d’Argento (silver) and del sangue (blood red) are named after the uniquely beautiful shades of water that their mineral deposits create.

Within the town is evidence of a rich ancient history. Over the years, archaeologists working in the area have discovered tombs that pre-date Christ. The ruins of a castle and a 6th century BC neocropolis can be visited. The 12th century church of San Guiliano attracts many visitors. Palazzo Rinaldi’s bell tower dates back to the 9th century. In 1814, Gioacchino Murat, brother-in-law to Napoleon and the King of Naples, resided there to take control of the town’s defensive towers.

This hamlet is popular with visitors to the Cilentana coast with its mild climate, its natural beauty and its amenities. The town features offers its guests many choices for accommodation as well as the car hire necessary to explore the Campania region.

For many visitors to Campania, Palinuro makes the perfect base for exploring the region. Car hire is strongly encouraged as it allows visitors to travel with ease. Buses and trains are available, however they can limit independent travel as they are time consuming and costly. From Palinuro, near Salerno, car hire is available from: Via Indipendenza snc 15, 84064 Centola.

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