Paradise to be discovered
The Amalfi Coast is the pinnacle of the Italian dream. Tucked amongst the lemon blossoms and the bougainvillea is a line of thirteen towns that comprise the Amalfi Coast. Known for its vertical landscape, the villages are only accessible via the Strada Statale 163 — a narrow, winding, cliffside route that while unsettling to traverse, offers unparalleled views. This magical strip joins the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea below and aesthetes from around the world flock here year after year to enjoy its quaint pebbled beaches, scenic hikes, perfect climate and legendary establishments, which are not limited to storied hotels and restaurants. Landmarks from the Cathedral in Amalfi to Villa Rufolo in Ravello, all evoke the culture and the spirit of bygone centuries, and landmarks enjoyed by the likes of Jacqueline Kennedy, John Steinbeck, and Gore Vidal abound. With its signature limoncello, both grown and enjoyed locally, finest villas and breathtaking vistas, the Amalfi Coast is in a class of its own.
Izabel Goulart poses in front of the signature ceramics of the Amalfi Coast. (Courtesy of Izabel Goulart/ Photography by Lucas Mennezes Serpa) Sea urchins found in the coast of Li Galli. (Courtesy of Amin Jaffer) Palazzo Avino, Ravello. (By Carlos Souza) Bay of Conca Dei Marini (By Carlos Souza) Seaside homes situated between Positano and Praiano. (By Carlos Souza) Peperoncino wonderland in an Almafi piazza. (By Carlos Souza)