Cilento is rich in ancient cities, archaeological sites, natural landscapes and a crystalline sea. A destination that has conquered many visitors, very different from the more popular Amalfi Coast, but thanks to the sunny atmosphere and rich heritage, it can offer a dream vacation. Here, you can visit the beautiful sites of Paestum and Velia, two ancient cities of Magna Graecia.
In the province of Salerno, Paestum is an important archaeological site that houses buildings dating back to the period of ancient Greece and the Roman period. In the past it was an important commercial center of Magna Graecia, known as Poseidonia, in honor of the God Poseidon. At the end of the 5th century, the city came under the dominion of the Lucanians and then under that of the Romans who gave it its current name. The site extends for about 120 hectares surrounded by a wall.
Walking along the Via Sacra, you discover the three magnificent Doric temples. The temple of Hera is the oldest of the three large buildings, dating back to 560 BC, while the most majestic temple is that of Neptune, built towards the middle of the 5th century BC. The temple of Athena dates back to the end of the 6th century BC.
Let's not forget that this area is the kingdom par excellence of buffalo mozzarella. So visit Tenuta Vannulo, a certified organic company that produces high-quality products: from cheeses to mozzarella, yogurt, puddings and ice cream, thanks to the use of quality raw materials, processed by hand. Here, the buffalo are cared for with great care and dedication, using rubber mattresses and music, cutting-edge milking techniques to safeguard the well-being of the animals, hygiene and the quality of the milk.
All you have to do is book through Paestum Holidays and enjoy all the experiences available in Campania and in particular in Cilento!