Home » #MyPOVSorrento » My POV on La Festa di San Michele in Piano di Sorrento This past weekend I attended my second Italian festival on the Sorrento Peninsula This annual celebration is in honor of Piano di Sorrento’s Patron Saint who is one of the Archangels and a very important biblical figure known for his strength as a leader Piano di Sorrento is only two train stops and a couple of minutes away from Sorrento My first objective when I arrived was to visit the Basilica di San Michele so from the train station I turned right and followed that road until it stops then turned right again and was at the Basilica shortly I was amazed by the detailed art and craftmanship of the Basilica There was a service for San Michele actively going on inside which was interesting to see as the whole church was filled and everyone stood up to recite the prayers with the priest My slight knowledge of the Italian language didn’t help me to understand the service but it was very culturally impacting to see how involved the community of Piano di Sorrento is with their Patron Saint I went to see the rest of the festivities and followed the street back the way we came but kept going straight until we reached Corso Italia The festival stands were lined up and down the street with candy It was cool to try the Italian street food because it is very different from American street food I also got a bag of gummy candy to share with my friends because it isn’t a festival without sweets and even a stand selling pets like birds and turtles was a stage for a concert that was going on later in the night Unfortunately we did not have time to stay for but it was cool to see how much the town put into the festival I got pizza with my friends and headed back to the train towards Sorrento Piano di Sorrento left a good impression on me during the festival for San Michele and I loved to see how many local Italians were there In fact I don’t think I saw any other tourists there at all It was interesting because I had to use the little bit of the Italian language I know to communicate when ordering at the food stands; when in Sorrento almost everybody speaks English I was not expecting this just two towns over but it was kind of refreshing to have an authentic Italian experience and not just that of a tourist town I had so much fun learning about and experience the Festival for San Michele and I can’t wait to experience more Italian festivals culturepiano di sorrento Questo sito web utilizza i cookie per migliorare la vostra esperienza durante la navigazione attraverso il sito web I cookie che vengono classificati come necessari vengono memorizzati sul tuo browser Questi vengono salvati in quanto sono essenziali per il funzionamento delle funzionalità di base del sito Utilizziamo anche cookie di terze parti che ci aiutano ad analizzare e capire come utilizzi questo sito Questi cookie saranno memorizzati nel tuo browser solo con il tuo consenso Hai anche la possibilità di opt-out di questi cookie Ma l'esclusione da alcuni di questi cookie può avere un effetto sulla vostra esperienza di navigazione The Local Europe ABVästmannagatan 43113 25 StockholmSweden Claudia Ciampa gave birth to 7-month-old Ethan in Cincinnati, Ohio, but the family lived in Piano di Sorrento near Naples, Ansa reported the father took the baby on August 30th during a vacation in Puglia according to a child abduction suit that Ciampa filed that morning Ciampa said she doesn’t know where exactly the father has taken Ethan I need your help and the entire government’s support to be able to hug my little Ethan again,” she wrote in a letter to Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani After 40 days of failing to get the baby back she decided the case needed diplomatic intervention Both Italy and the US have ratified the 1980 Hague Abduction Convention which helps expedite the return of children taken unlawfully from one country to another Ethan’s father allows him to briefly see his mother during one video call per day, but during the calls the father is careful not to give away clues as to where they’re staying, Ciampa said during a TV interview in September The baby was still breastfeeding when he was taken in August and cries every time he sees his mother Under Italian law, if one separated parent wants to take a child abroad and the other objects, a judge must grant permission for the trip to happen Please log in here to leave a comment Home » #MyPOVSorrento » San Michele Festival in Piano di Sorrento I had the best time at Piano di Sorrento’s San Michele Festival this past Thursday This was my first festival outside of America so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect but I was so excited I went with a group of students from Sant’Anna; the outing was one of our exploring Sorrento activities of the week We hopped on the train to Piano di Sorrento and we were off It was just two short stops away from Sorrento’s main station and I always enjoy the scenery on these train rides When we arrived in Piano it was just a couple minutes walk to where the street booths were set up; each one led us closer to the square and main festival area including a whole booth full of different umbrellas for sale and then there were places with things like jewelry One thing that I always look forward to at any sort of festival or fair is the desserts except I might have been a little bit more excited for these than I normally am at home I cannot resist any sort of sweet treat and my excuse of “you’re only studying abroad in Italy once” has led me most to a lot of gelato and cannolis The atmosphere was inviting and celebratory As I wandered the square and along the side streets surrounding it I saw many families and generations all together mingling and enjoying a perfect Southern Italy evening I watched as groups of friends rode the selection of rides and played bumper cars I always enjoy events like these because everyone looks like they’re having so much fun I wanted to visit the church dedicated to San Michele It was a short walk from the main square in Piano to Basilica di San Michele Arcangelo There’s a lovely and informative article on AboutSorrento (click here!) that shares all of the history about this church I recommend giving it a read and visiting it for yourself this was an amazing evening and just another example of how full of love (Piano di) Sorrento is There’s no shortage of joy here and the magic spreads from town to town with celebrations such as these Although I was not able to attend the actual San Michele Feast on the 29th it just gives me another excuse to come back next year and attend experiencefestivalpatron saintpiano di sorrentotradition This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page If your community or parish has an upcoming festival please contact us so that we can help you promote it and we hope you have a chance to get outside and enjoy it Please enjoy this article from longtime La Gazzetta Friend Michael Occhionero from June of 2015 we wish everyone a happy summer and to all of you fathers The first five unmistakable notes of the famous Italian song “Torna Surriento” immediately conjure up images of the beautiful azure blue waters of the Golfo di Napoli It is sun-kissed and framed by the romantic city of Naples and cities which roll off the Italian tongue like music; Torre del Greco All culminating at the enchanting city of Sorrento Sorrento truly should be your gateway to all things “Amalfitana” Naples is the beating heart of Italia meridionale Disregard the naysayers and spend a full day I suggest the aliscafi-traghetti from Sorrento Have the taxi driver from the port drop you off at the Cattedrale di San Gennaro slowly walk back to the Centro Storico but make sure you visit the remarkable “Cristo Velato” at the Museo Cappella Sansevero Explore Naples Sotto Terra to see the original city buried under the modern bustling metropolis Have a pizza and beer at L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele Get lost walking along “Spaccanapoli,” the street reminiscent of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan the Teatro di San Carlo (where Caruso sang) you are a stone’s throw from the Piazza del Plebiscito and Palazzo Reale Marinella tie store is my favorite part of a full day in Naples the perfect place to eat in an outdoor ristorante while enjoying the view of Vesuvius and the Golfo di Napoli that is mozzafiato Take the required side trip to the Isle of Capri Try to stay an evening or two because Capri by night is unhurried you just have to see this place to fully understand catch the very first aliscafi-traghetti from Sorrento Make sure you make arrangements to rent a smaller boat with a captain for circling the island and will allow you to enjoy a front row seat to the famous Faraglioni rock formation Take the ski lift from Anacapri for a view that will give you a true appreciation of the Sorrentine coastline.  Spend a day in the beach resort of Positano Get lost in its alleyways and staircases and “shop till you drop.” It is possible to take the aliscafi- traghetti from Sorrento or if you want to experience the hairpin turns famous in the entire world Just listen carefully for the unseen bus blasting its horn as you approach the next blind corner You can even stop at the fruit vendor’s stand and try a granita Eat at the Ristorante Tre Sorelle which is situated right on the beach For a very special side trip from Positano taxi or take the 30-minute bus ride directly up to the tiny village of Nocelle where you can have lunch with Positano merely a speck below you The town is situated on the footpath of the gods known as the “Sentieri degli Dei.” Reminiscent of the paths uniting the Cinque Terre the trailway runs the entire Amalfi Coast and is only for the physically fit looking for a really good workout with unparalleled vistas.  Combine a full day side trip to the cities of Amalfi and Ravello Lunch at the Hotel Cimbrone and visit its garden and the spectacular Terrazzo dell’Infinito Wear your comfortable shoes and be prepared to walk the steps and make sure to visit a stationery store for handmade paper products Ask at the tourist office to enjoy a brief boat ride from the small port of Amalfi to one of many restaurants hidden on the coastline and reachable only by boat take a side trip to Pompeii and visit the ruins of the city literally buried alive by the Vesuvian earthquake of 79 A.D I strongly suggest a guided tour of Pompeii to make the day worthwhile Explore the smaller towns of Massa Lubrense without the tourist crowds found in Sorrento Plan out a day-long walking tour to include treks down to Punta Campanella and up to San Costanzo visit the Marina Del Cantone and eat on the beach at Cantuccio Ristorante Roam and get lost in the streets of Sorrento behind the Piazza Tasso Visit the Franciscan church and cloister where you will often witness a wedding ceremony and view the charming statue of St Francis of Assissi with its beautiful prayer recited on the base imploring God to protect all the creatures of the earth Eat in the patio garden of the Antica Trattoria or the Foreigners Club (Circolo dei Forestieri) where you will enjoy the same view as the guests of the five-star Excelsior Vittoria right next door only with drinks at less than half the price After experiencing Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast Discover all our subscription plans and become a member Two rising senior journalism students at St Bonaventure University have finished their fourth week interning at Positano News in Piano di Sorrento Marnique Olivieri-Panepento and Elizabeth Egan received their internship placements through Sant’Anna Institute where they and 11 other Bonaventure students are taking classes this summer as part of the Sorrento of Rochester, have enjoyed their new adventures and learned to adapt to the Italian journalistic process and culture.  While interning at Positano News, an online newspaper of the Amalfi Coast and Sorrento Peninsula Olivieri-Panepento and Egan have focused on tourism within neighboring villages.  Nearly every day they take a train two towns over and experience the passions of the European culture Positano News Director Michele Cinque takes Olivieri-Panepento and Egan to meet individuals and explore places the majority of aspiring journalists will never encounter The nature of unplanned interviews is something both students are mastering.  Learning to communicate without words is another skill the two women are learning as they go Working in an office and conducting interviews where English is not commonly spoken is teaching them to pay attention to what people are saying hand gestures and facial expressions has helped them achieve this They are grateful for that foundation and for their professors in the Jandoli School who prepared them with knowledge and encouragement Olivieri-Panepento recognizes that the opportunity to work in a foreign country is rare for a college student and says she has learned professional skills she will carry throughout her career “The pace of the Italian workplace has defined a new approach to how I view success and has shaped many new values,” Olivieri-Panepento said “Positano News forces its interns to become bold journalists – to never stop asking questions You are journalists.’ Due to the language barrier we have to listen differently and process what’s being said carefully Though different countries around the world define journalism differently there is a shared commitment to the undeniable work ethic at the root of all journalists.” the internship has surpassed her expectations “While our boss’s startled face when he learned we didn’t speak Italian on the first day left me pretty nervous his little bit of English and a lot of hand gestures allowed us to quickly develop our own system of communication,” she said “Following our boss blindly onto a fishing boat in Positano pushing into a private tour of an ancient Roman Villa and having locals shower us with free espresso and limoncello all in the name of journalism are just a few of the many incredible experiences I will never forget from this internship,” added Egan the experience has taught me important lessons about listening boldness in interviewing and that the key to being a good journalist is walking.”  Egan and Olivieri-Panepento will present at the Sant’Anna Institute and summarize their internship experience through an e-portfolio to be shared with other interns Sign up for our daily Newsletter and stay up to date with all the latest news You are receiving this pop-up because this is the first time you are visiting our site You are using software which is blocking our advertisements (adblocker) we are relying on revenues from our banners So please disable your adblocker and reload the page to continue using this site.Thanks PGI lemons from Sorrento are suitable for both the fresh and processed produce market thanks to their medium-large size high content of vitamin C and mineral salts which is particularly scented due to the presence of essential oils "Limoni di Sorrento Igp are appreciated all over Italy precisely due to their organoleptic qualities which make them a very popular ingredient in the kitchen and for patisserie they are sold fresh to retailers and partly destined to the processing industry to make Limoncello especially to supermarket chains in northern Europe although we prefer exporting it as Limoncello to preserve its goodness," explains Mariano Vinaccia president of Consorzio di tutela del Limone di Sorrento Igp with 4 million liters of Limoncello being made This year harvesting started in mid-January and peaked in mid-February The peak should continue until early August then the fresh produce campaign will end in late October we have already harvested around 600 tons of PGI produce we are in line with last year's quotations Of course we would like our lemons to be recognized more that is why we believe it is essential for consumers to try our lemons to appreciate their flavor." Production areaLimone di Sorrento Igp is grown in all the municipalities on the Sorrento peninsula and as well as on the island of Capri in the Capri and Anacapri municipalities "The lemons develop their organoleptic qualities due to the unique microclimate of these places and their volcanic soils rich in potassium Groves feature typical pergolas in chestnut wood or iron with protection nets and no longer with the traditional pagliarelle." The typical lemon groves under pergolas made with chestnut wood Lemon production in Sorrento is closely linked with the production environment and contributes to it by preserving the soil from hydro-geological instability and being an essential element of the coastal landscape "Ours is the opposite of intensive cultivation There are many small businesses and I have to say that a lot of young people are approaching this activity which makes me very proud as lemon groves had been abandoned for quite a few years I would like to stress that our PGI mark is unique in that it applies to both the fresh and processed produce." Production dataAround 400 hectares are dedicated to the cultivation of Sorrento lemons around 60% of the provincial total and two-thirds of what is harvested in the entire Neapolitan province Solagri is the leading cooperative in the area gathering over 250 producers covering over 150 hectares (i.e 42% of the lemon groves in the entire Sorrento peninsula) FreshPublishers © 2005-2025 FreshPlaza.com Home » Photographic Exhibition About Sorrento 2025 at the Cloister of San Francesco – The Call of the Sirens Home » Sant’Agnello another country awaits us for a warm welcome: we are talking about Sant’Agnello We can describe its history as recent enough if we take into account the year it obtained the autonomy from Sorrento the farmhouses around here have centuries-old history and only due to the wilfulness of the inhabitants of these ancient villages Sant’Agnello gained its independence at the time History of the struggle for independence is well described by the composition of the municipal coat of arms: five towers representing the five districts that compose the town: Angri The motto that accompanies the coat of arms “Post Nubila Phoebus” (After the clouds the Sun) wisely indicates the patriotic spirit and the struggle for independence of the Santanellese (that’s the name of this people) during the pre-unification times in Italy this town is the only one bearing the name of its patron saint we are pleased to quote a popular saying related to this occasion: “In Sant’Aniello nu passo ‘e pecuriello” (In Sant’Agnello indicating the slow and progressive lengthening of the hours of light during the day Today we know that the solstice is conventionally set for December 21 this ancient peasant saying testifies the need to mark the phases of the year and it is evidence for a time that precedes the Gregorian calendar revolution occurred in the last quarter of the sixteenth century Sant’Agnello certainly is a perfect compromise for those who want to have a relaxing and peaceful stay without giving up the convenience of having Sorrento just a few minutes away by car or it offers the opportunity of enjoying relaxing baths by the sea and taking part in events and festivals where you can taste typical local products The tranquillity of the upper area of ​​Sant’Agnello allows the visitor to admire the surrounding nature characterized by the typical Sorrento vegetable gardens and walks on foot in the heart of the Angri district – the ancient historic centre – is an indispensable experience for the eyes and mind It is a unique sensation to walk in the labyrinth of narrow streets in the district and admire the tuff and piperno portals of the ancient buildings giving the visitors the impression of a magically crystallized time how wonderful to see the horizon and then be able to look out onto the splendid terrace overlooking the sea  How wonderful to admire the tophaceous coast all around with ecstatic eyes and it’s an experience that warms the heart Home » What to do » My POV Pompeii: a Journey through History Growing up in the United States I remember learning about Pompeii in history class though it always seemed like such a distant memory from another land it was hard to put the tragedy into perspective I never would’ve thought I’d be doing a study abroad semester so close to the archeology site so it is an obvious trip to make in order to see the historical impact of the preserved city in person I took the train from Sorrento to Pompeii with my friends from Sant’Anna Institute which took about 40 minutes and the site entrance is only a few minutes from the station upon arrival The tickets were 18,00€ plus the 8,00€ audio tour we purchased for historical information I was immediately shocked by how preserved the city was not just architecturally but I could still see the brushstrokes on the many frescoes painted on the walls in the homes The frescoes lined the walls like wallpaper and it was so moving to see how much effort was put into each detail just to sit under ash and pumice for centuries Walking through some of the sites archeologists were brushing away at the tiles in the floor and still digging through the buried city I had no idea that Pompeii was still an active excavation site and it makes me wonder how much more could still be unearthed This is why a city as big as Pompeii was able to go unnoticed from 19 AD to the 16th century when archeologist Domenico Fontana discovered it This is also the reason for the impeccable preservation as the first things to come from Vesuvius during the eruption were clouds of ash and layers of pumice that were then covered with a layer of lava Visiting Pompeii as a student from the United States was especially impactful as it shows more than a major historical event and archeology site We were able to see how people in this time lived including the insides of their homes and the artifacts left behind from their daily activities Seeing the casts of the people from the city who were still sleeping during the eruption left me with chills down my spine but it is still very impressive that we are even able to see such things I feel even more grateful to be living near such a world-renowned site as well as touched by the history that this land holds To think that Mt Vesuvius is still active and will once again wreak havoc again is devastating and reminds me how thankful I am to be experiencing life in the beautiful and historic Sorrento-Naples region Archaeologyfield visitPompeii Home » #MyPOVSorrento » Bagni della Regina Giovanna and Sunset Kayak a group of students led by two local guides headed out for the scenic route to Bagni della Regina Giovanna Trekking primarily uphill for about two hours the final destination was a sip of cold water on a hot day Near Capo di Sorrento at the northern point of the peninsula the rock-studded coast is softened by the lapping waves and a natural turquoise pool is nestled within rocks and the ruins of the ancient Roman villa of Pollio Felice Bagni della Regina Giovanna is an oasis of salty swimming and rich history Queen Giovanna of Naples would spend time here with her lovers Once she was through spending time with these often younger men she became known as Regina Giovanna la pazza (Queen Giovanna the crazy) Walking away from the water and up a winding path I found a trail outlined by brush and trees A wall once enclosing this ancient Roman villa from the steep drop below rested along the far edge of the trail I lifted myself up and sat in the shade of an olive tree Below me were meters of seemingly endless foliage and beyond that was a stunning view of the gulf of Naples with Mount Vesuvius straight ahead most leaving from the Sorrento port and heading to Capri the group walked along the descending path of Via Capo which was just as scenic of a route as the way up only this road was much busier with cars and motorcycles which is the opening line of Lucio Dalla’s most famous song “Caruso” I attended a sunset kayak tour of Bagni della Regina Giovanna along with other tourists At 6:30pm we left Sorrento Kayak in Marina Grande navigating through the marina and out into the open water Boats returning to the marina added to the already large swells and floating among them felt like sitting on a roller coaster My one-person kayak met the waves before they crashed sometimes airborne before slapping the water again The guided group made its way to Bagni della Regina Giovanna which is in fact much quicker to reach by water than by foot we disembarked from our kayaks and had free time to swim I stood on the soft sand of the natural pool and took in the scene Splashes and shouts of adventurous cliff jumpers echoed through the rock archway Then I floated on my back in this speck of the sea Being in such a place so full of history’s memories and of people from various countries felt like being everywhere and nowhere at all Time did indeed move whether it seemed to or not and soon we were back on our kayaks and on the open sea The orange glow of the sunset cascaded around us I attempted to capture the moment with my phone but even if it hadn’t been clouded by a waterproof bag the camera could never contain the glory of such a scene I turned my kayak to face the bulb of light unshaded by anything in the sky for I was here in a kayak off the coast of Sorrento across the sea from Napoli witnessing the shine of the passing of time beautyexperiencemypovsorrentonaturesorrento coast Home » At the Cloister of San Francesco the Exhibition About Sorrento 2024 – Life in Sorrento Coast From Jan. 1st to Jan. 15th, 2024, the enchanting Cloister of San Francesco hosts our photographic exhibition #aboutsorrento2024 for the first time This initiative showcases 12 selected photos representing life in the Sorrento Peninsula in the 2024 calendar Both the exhibition and the calendar are morally endorsed by the municipalities of Massa Lubrense they also receive the endorsement of the Campania Region The photo exhibition becomes an opportunity to explore facets of life on the Peninsula through traditions Opening Hours: Eveyday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Home » #MyPOVSorrento » Sant’Anna Feast in Marina Grande: A Celebration of Tradition and Culture Living at the Sant’Anna Institute I overlook the rooftops of the terracotta and light yellow buildings that are housed in the historic Marina Grande Marina Grande is a small fisherman’s village filled with some of the most fantastic seafood restaurants boating and swimming areas as well as a rich history The landscape that surrounds the area is breathtaking as it is the perfect combination of mountain sculptures and blue sea Marina Grande’s patron saint is Sant’Anna who represents women in childbirth as well as the protection of fishermen A church built in her honor is housed in the heart of Marina Grande and can easily be spotted by its intricate yellow and green patterned dome I am lucky enough to spot it each day from the Sant’Anna Institute’s balcony The Sant’Anna festivities are organized by the local church and run from July 26th to the Monday immediately after the feast To start the festival this year Marina Grande was illuminated with the most intricate light arches and blue arches illuminate the way to the church of Sant’Anna where special masses have been held hourly throughout the week there are red and orange flower-shaped light figures that line the rest of the village The detail and pure enchantment of the lights are indescribable is held to celebrate Sant’Anna and her husband Joaquin when they were able to convince the Virgin Mary after the angels answered their prayers This is also the day that the lights were illuminated for the first time During these day the streets are lined with candy stands It was so interesting to see that some of the arcade games that are popular in the United States were included in this festival A game similar to the milk bottle game in America where you try to shoot the can down for a prize was there as well as the “Spider Machine” which is identical to the claw machine game The array of candy was truly mouthwatering and the gummy candies I tried were some of the best I have ever had My favorite part of this festival has been the fireworks that are launched each night Approximately five fireworks are set off each night as a way to represent the Holy Spirit and the Angels signifying their descent to Heaven The Sunday following the Festival -this year July 30- is a special day for the Marina Grande community as this is when the Procession occurs During this procession the statue of Sant’Anna is carried throughout the town A band plays and people will follow as they parade through Marina Grande to the hospital and back as a way to symbolize the protection of those in the area I was in awe as I watched this parade as it was unlike anything I have seen before but was so powerful to watch there is a grand firework show that illuminates the sky This was unlike any fireworks show I had ever seen the Fourth of July in America could never compare to these fireworks Trust me: if you are in Sorrento at this time marina grandeSant'Annasorrentotradition Home » Sorrento 2023 events: exhibition on Andy Warhol at Villa Fiorentino the exhibition dedicated to Andy Warhol named “Life criticized as much as magnetic art of the New York-based artist comes to Sorrento in an exhibition that is nothing short of exceptional The halls of Villa Fiorentino in an exhibition concept designed to retrace the artistic and personal history of the master of Pop Art show Warhol’s entire universe through art frequentations of the star system and those in the slums Everything is represented by silkscreens, lithographs, drawings, photographs, acetates, magazines and vinyls: objects that have consecrated Warhol to the Olympus of the best artists ever Home » The Three Tenors Concert at Museo Correale Opera e Lirica celebrates 10 years of concerts at Museo Correale di Terranova with the return of its most iconic performance: “The Three Tenors: Opera Arias and Neapolitan Songs” the stunning Hall of Mirrors at Museo Correale hosts this unforgettable musical experience The powerful voices of tenors Francesco Fortes will take you on a journey through the timeless beauty of Italian opera and Neapolitan classics This concert is more than music – it’s a full immersion into Italian culture in one of the most charming venues on the Sorrento Coast Thursday and Saturday from April 13 to October 26 Wine Tasting in the museum garden before the concert 5,00 € Book your seat here Home » #MyPOVSorrento » A Trip to Monte Faito: Along “Il Cammino dell’Angelo” I had the unforgettable experience of exploring a portion of Monte Faito This mountain is the highest point on the Amalfi Coast and Sorrento Peninsula and a hang gliding take-off point located here I left Sorrento with three other Sant’Anna Institute students on the Circumvesuviana train around 8:00 am heading towards Castellammare di Stabia Upon arriving in the town otherwise known as the Castle of the Sea we purchased tickets for the cable car (funivia) The funivia takes you to Monte Faito from Castellammare di Stabia These tickets can be bought at the train station as the cable car station is just a number of steps away from the train station ticket booth The ride up the mountain was eight minutes of stunning 360-degree views the neighboring peninsular towns to the left and right and the glimmering gulf of Naples behind and below There is nothing quite like the feeling of being above cities and towns and below the peak of such a mountain something you can only feel at this kind of altitude After arriving at the top at the Funivia del Faito station we were greeted by cool mountain air (at least five degrees cooler than Sorrento) and we were welcomed by a local man from the nearby ristorante He eagerly handed us maps and recommended two hiking trail options Pointing at Il Santuario di San Michele Arcangelo (St Michael the Archangel Sanctuary) on the map We thanked him for his kindness and hospitality and we started on the trail known as Il Cammino dell’Angelo in the direction of the Santuario This path is about four kilometers from where we began near the funivia station and a majority of it was at a slight incline with a few semi-steep hills There were rocks and stones to step over and onto at certain points but with many places to rest and enjoy the views along the way overall it was a low intensity hike fit for beginner-level hikers One thing to note for any future Monte Faito hikers: Despite the cooler air on the mountain the warm summer makes for dry dirt that easily leads to a few slips and slides the hike itself was filled with gorgeous views Its lush greenery was a delightful discovery in such a coastal location making this mountain feel like an entirely separate world from the towns below Its thick canopy cast slivers of shadows and light through the leaves creating the sensation of being seen and hidden all at once we only saw three other people on the trail making it a quiet and peaceful site to enjoy the peninsula without the bustle of summertime crowds The man from the ristorante was right: we loved it the Sanctuary of Saint Michael the Archangel One of the statues is the Madonna dell’Accoglienza She stands directly in front of the view and to the left of the church (if you are facing the church) Surrounding her feet and the short fence around her are the memories of past visitors: beaded cross necklaces and other trinkets of religious honor She is truly the lady of welcoming in the way she brings you to her side to enjoy the vastness of such a powerful place The other statues are positioned in a scene together These bronze sculptures are of Saint Michael These two are the Patron Saints respectively of Castellammare di Stabia and Sorrento Saint Micheal (San Michele) can be identified as the center figure by the inscription of “Quis ut Deus,” a Latin phrase written on an extension from his left side at the level of his knees Andrew as stating that ‘Micheal’ means “Who is like God” in Hebrew This Latin phrase translates to “Who is like God,” therefore appearing on many images of San Michele Il Cammino dell’Angelo is the perfect excursion for nature lovers and pilgrims alike This path is rich with religious history and naturalistic gems In total the hike lasted roughly 90 minutes and we were back in Sorrento just after noon maybe even for the annual Cammino e Perdono del Faito The 19th Walk and Forgiveness of Faito is happening July 31 experiencemonte faitomypovsorrentonaturesorrento coast Home » Uncategorized » The Path of Saint Antonino: From Stabia to Sorrento As part of the 1400th-anniversary celebrations of Saint Antonino’s passing 2025 marks the launch of a special project by local institutions and the Archdiocese of Sorrento-Castellammare di Stabia: The Path of Saint Antonino We are referring to the “Path of Sant’Antonino” a route that combines the hiking and spirituality This initiative blends hiking with spirituality offering an alternative to fast-paced tourism It encourages a deeper connection with nature and self-discovery while unveiling lesser-known landscapes of the Sorrento Peninsula Promoted by the local Tourism Pastoral Ministry the path aligns with the Jubilee of Hope and the broader celebrations in honor of Saint Antonino Abate the Path of Saint Antonino follows two distinct routes—high and low variants—starting in Castellammare di Stabia The journey concludes at the Basilica of Saint Antonino in Sorrento This pilgrimage will take place on the first Saturday of each month l’itinerario prevede due varianti e differenti tappe ciascuna • Low Route: 8 stages from Castellammare to Sorrento, following the ancient Via Minerva, the historical link between Stabia and Punta Campanella High Route: 2 stages covering mountainous terrain a site of devotion to Saint Michael the Archangel and Saint Catellus.• Follows CAI-marked trails through Santa Maria del Castello (Vico Equense) Arola (Vico Equense)—where Saint Antonino is also the patron saint—before reaching Sorrento Sant’Antonino is also Patron Saint of the small village of Arola (Vico Equense) This is a unique opportunity to open your eyes and mind immersing yourself in the beauty of nature while retracing the steps of Saint Antonino Sorrento’s Office:Via Santa Maria della Pietà Responsabile:don Salvatore Iaccarino+39 3334095982‬ routessant'antoninosorrentotrekking Peter Cumberlidge picks out his favourite spots on the Campagnia coastline from Sorrento to the Bay of Naples and the remote Pontine islands Salerno has three marinas – Porto Nuovo nearest the centre, Porto Turistico further along the seafront, and the new 1,000-berth Marina d’Arechi They’re not expensively trendy and you can genuinely relax before tackling the livelier ports of call around the corner Salerno has a bustling commercial harbour and one of the sunniest climates in Italy The town is not too touristy and the old quarter is a delightful maze of back streets and gently crumbling buildings The long promenade is lined with palms and in the evenings locals are out strolling At sunset the chatter rises to a crescendo especially around card tables in the waterside gardens You can easily linger several days to absorb this carefree atmosphere Salerno is also a convenient place to leave a boat if you fancy visiting the eerie excavated ruins at Pompeii Near the peak of Monte San Liberatore stands an old convent with a prominent cross peering through the glasses at incredible hillside villas some high above the shore with vertigo views Rounding Capo d’Orso you pass Maiori and Minori seaside settlements casually littered with Roman remains Hanging above Minori is the amazing village of Ravello one of the most visited stops on Italy’s tourist trail Clustered 350m above the sea Visitors are drawn here by two famous villas on the cliff edge The medieval terrace of Villa Rufolo (pictured above) is the centrepiece for Ravello’s summer music festival when the audience can gaze past the orchestra to the bay below The 18th century Villa Cimbrone was landscaped by Lord Grimthorpe one of countless English aristocrats captivated by Italy’s charms His tranquil gardens have a breathtaking belvedere walk The lower town centres around a Moorish cathedral The east side of the harbour curves out to a headland guarded by a Saracen fort a winding road climbs through a gap in the hills into wild terrain 43);padding:4px 16px;}.css-6yu6b5 a{color:rgb(31 and is now a summer intern at Positanonews and finally had the chance to travel and live here right before I start my senior year of college I searched and searched for the right internship for myself and was unsure which was the right choice I made the right decision with Positanonews through Sant’Anna Institute It was quite intimidating to make the decision to intern abroad This day marked my first day working as an intern at Positanonews but the people I spoke with and what I saw exceeded my expectations journalism empowers all sorts of explorations I walked the streets of Corso Italia and Via Ponte Vecchio and overlooked the Ponte Orazio in Piano di Sorrento These are all opportunities I could’ve missed out on if I never searched for this internship specifically which has taught me to be ethical and detailed-oriented The world needs more storytellers who act with integrity I’m very blessed to be a part of such an amazing online newspaper made us feel part of the community and shared their love for journalism with us We also visited Gran Caffe Marianiello Ristorante and a family-run farm that originated in 1912 Everything in Piano di Sorrento is not only beautiful but comes with amazing stories and histories The first day taught me how to observe cultural differences and how the journalistic process works in Italy I cannot wait to learn more about Piano di Sorrento and learn from Positanonews La tua pubblicità sul giornaleRichiedi informazioni Home » Racconti per ricominciare 2024 : The Sunset Theatre Green Festival The countdown is on for the 5th edition of the “Racconti per Ricominciare“ (Stories to Start Over) Festival 2024 the sunset theatre format amidst the beauties of Campania this immersive and eco-friendly theatrical experience unfolds amidst the charm of places waiting to be rediscovered Racconti per Ricominciare is a captivating festival of itinerant performances set at sunset immersing audiences in the magnificent sites of Campania’s cultural heritage Conceived and realized by the Vesuvioteatro Association under the artistic direction of Claudio Di Palma and artistic coordination of Giulio Baffi the festival has garnered national and international acclaim since its inaugural edition in 2020 Born during the 2020 lockdown (due to pandemic) Racconti per Ricominciare symbolizes not only a rebirth for the artists and cultural sites involved but also an opportunity for the audience to reconnect with the community through art and culture Each edition of the festival continues to grow engaging more people and contributing to the enhancement of local and national cultural heritage This festival stands out for its focus on environmental sustainability transforming the picturesque Campanian sites into natural stages seamlessly integrating with the surrounding landscapes and architectures it encourages the discovery of historical and artistic treasures of the region The theatrical journeys of the festival draw inspiration from the contemporary dramaturgical universe presenting selected or commissioned stories for the occasion This unique approach allows the audience to immerse themselves in narratives that reflect our time the audience can attend itinerant performances of about an hour consisting of different stories performed at various outdoor points of the monumental sites This unique format enables spectators to experience immersion and simultaneously explore the historical and cultural heritage of the region Since the official calendar of dates is not available we don’t have any information days and locations To discover more about Vesuvioteatro association and to find out its activities, you can visit the official website here My name is Elizabeth and I am from Rochester New York. I am 20 years old and majoring in Journalism at St. Bonaventure University. During my time at university, I have had two primary goals. 1. To become a journalist. 2. To go to Italy. When I heard the Sant’Anna Institute in Sorrento offered me the chance to do both, It sounded like a dream. As soon as Covid would allow, I was more than ready to take advantage of the opportunity. I discovered my love for journalism at age sixteen when I wrote for my school newspaper. I learned that I love to tell stories, especially about the communities around me.  I have always wanted to travel to Italy because my Mom’s side of the family came from Sicily. I studied Italian in my first two years of university but I am unfortunately learning that still non parlo bene l’italiano.  I am excited about this opportunity and can’t wait to combine my love of writing with my appreciation for Italian culture to help tell the stories of this beautiful peninsula. Donatella Finocchiaro and Alessandro Haber on screen together with Donatella Finocchiaro and with the voice of Antoine Olivier Pilon The original music score is by Plaid and Mara Carlyle for the students of the 'Perito' high school of Eboli of the 'Enrico Medi' technical institute of San Giorgio a Cremano and of the nautical 'Nino Bixio' of Piano di Sorrento The facilitator of section +18 of Giffoni Experience will moderate the debate with the director Berardo Carboni The director and the actors will be present in the hall for the national preview of ‘Youtopia’ for the press a screening of ‘Youtopia’ will take place in the Adriano Cinema in Rome Matilda De Angelis and Donatella Finocchiaro is convinced that happiness is measured by possessions Although he already received a lot in life In constant search for escape,  Ernesto alternates the routine of family life with squalid one-nigh-stands Laura (Donatella Finocchiaro) is a 44-year-old woman who aspires to have the serene and shimmering life that is only found on the TV screen with a mortgage that she struggles to pay and an 18-year-old daughter to escape from a reality that cannot give her what she desires she discovers a completely different world and a shortcut for easy money: using her body undressing in front of a webcam The girl learns about her mother's many financial difficulties and offers to help her the striptease shows don’t pay enough to cover their debts and the loss of their house becomes an increasingly concrete possibility for Laura and Matilde.  Therefore the girl decides to hold an online auction to sell her virginity; her mother in his constant search for strong emotions and new 'things' to own Matilde for him represents extreme transgression but also the idea of being able to buy purity Matilde and Laura will become inextricably bound together Find out more on: http://www.kochmedia-film.it/film/youtopia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YoutopiaIlFilm/ He held a bag of food which was for himself and his animals di lui Menichetti untraditionally lives on the Amalfi Coast near Positano he told me a simplified version of his long life story di lui To connect the dots of his fantastic life by him those brief minutes were the most fascinating the wild Vallone Porto has been Menichetti’s home for about 50 years The valley represents a place of geological interest and environmental value in the whole Campania Region was very young when he came to Naples to study oriental languages He met a Tibetan llama at the university and was introduced to a friend of Vali Myers bohemian and muse who was the Queen of the wild valley for 40 years He believes destiny and fate brought him to the valley in the beginning of 1971 Italy and has been represented in private collections in Europe The self-proclaimed philosopher fights to keep Vallone Porto untouched and fights for the safety of the nature where animals and plants can flourish without the interruption of human beings His lifestyle is completely outside the norm – something that seems alienated to most of us The valley is his life and his place of solitude The person passing by on the street could be one of the most captivating humans The situation has made zero improvements since the third of April except for a temporary wall that  has been installed to prevent and prohibit the passage of people We went to check again what the situation was after the collapse of the Orazio Bridge between the municipalities of Piano di Sorrento and Meta di Sorrento The road that inhabits this wreck of a bridge was before used for everyday use as it leads to Pompeii it seems as if Positano News is the only local newspaper offering coverage for this on-going issue the amount of traffic has been increased and the travel to places such as Pompeii has been made more difficult Positano News will continue to monitor the issue we can only hope for an improvement sometime sooner rather than later Torri sta facendo uno stage giornalistico dagli USA con Positanonews Il crollo di Ponte Orazio a Piano di Sorrento è avvenuto il 3 aprile scorso Le abbiamo detto come le notizie eclatanti vengono spesso dimenticate dai giornali deve seguire anche le evoluzioni delle storie e stare vicino alla gente http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I18W16eAkMo From the 26 28 October 2018 a new one arrives Artisan chocolate festival and this time in the streets of Piano di Sorrento, with all his greediness. It will be an unforgettable event, especially for the chocolate lovers and for children, because you can taste many sweets and naked of chocolate, prepared from expert chocolatiers masters. The present chocolate will be strictly handmade, a product from the indisputable beneficial properties, as well as irresistible taste. In these days of sara there will also be some WORKSHOPS in which expert chocolatiers they will show how chocolate is produced and will respond to the curiosity of the patrons. A Piano di Sorrento will be a Mustache-licking weekend with many stands all to visit with lots of greed. As an Awin affiliate, we earn a commission from qualifying purchases through ticketing links. This commission does not entail any additional price for the user. Il 6th April the appointment with #domenicalmuseo, the initiative promoted by Ministry of Culture which allows thefree entry every first Sunday of the month in museums e state archaeological parks. An opportunity to explore the Italian artistic and archaeological heritage, with access regulated according to the usual opening hours. Where applicable, reservations will be required, in order to ensure an orderly and pleasant use. During the previous edition, Sunday March 2, They were 279.497 visitors who have chosen to participate in the initiative, confirming their ever-present interest in accessible culture. See this content on Instagram A post shared by Gennaro Sangiuliano (@gennarosangiuliano) See this content on Instagram A post shared by @grottaazzurracapri See this content on Instagram A post shared by the Archaeological Museum of Calatia (@museocalatia) See this content on Instagram A post shared by Paestum Archaeological Park (@parcoarcheologicopaestum) Official website Domenica al Museo we earn a commission from qualifying purchases through ticketing links This commission does not entail any additional price for the user Il 11 May 2023 the Giro d'Italia will stop at Napoli the Nolano and the Amalfi Coast in a long route 162 kilometers The most famous cycling competition in Italy will see its athletes leave and arrive in the Campania capital Sul Official site of the Giro d'Italia a special has been created page regarding the stage in Naples In addition to being the information regarding the official route for cyclists we find many indications regarding the Neapolitan territory points of interest and many others itourist information on the city of Naples Il percorso of the Neapolitan stage of Tour of Italy will go through a total of 22 Municipalities During the stage they are expected two flying goals the first in Sant'Antonio Abate and the second in Sorrento cyclists will tackle two mountain grand prix: the first at the Chiunzi pass in the locality of Picco Sant'Angelo in Sant'Agata dei Due Golfi Napoli boasts a long seeds since Tour of Italy having hosted numerous stages in previous editions of the race The city has always shown great enthusiasm and passion for the event warmly welcoming both athletes and cycling enthusiasts The Giro d'Italia is un event of international resonance which helps to promote the image of the city and the region in the world tourist and landscape excellences of the area It therefore represents an important occasion for the city and the region from the point of view economic e tourist the bus company that allows you to travel low cost throughout Italy many departures also from Campania and Naples has strengthened its network of connections in our Region reaching 21 destinations connected throughout the territory it has lent itself particular attention to the cities of art which are less known from tourists and to small and medium-sized centers as we can see from the list of names made above The municipalities included in the travel network that you can do with the company from the green buses allows you to connect well 21 locations in Campania and tickets are already available on the official website or via the Flixbus app the connection with the 21 municipalities will be complete the company is increasingly ready to welcome and meet the increase in demand which in the future is still destined to grow and will also contribute to deconcentrating tourist flows by enhancing these small Campania destinations that are gems to visit The restart at full capacity cannot yet happen due to the problems related to the pandemic but slowly we are moving in the direction of guarantee complete service and in total safety In total they are 11 Flixbus stops in the Neapolitan area and 5 are the new entries Naples is already connected with major cities such as Rome Bari and Catania and many other municipalities in Puglia including Alberobello From 3 June there will also be an expansion towards the Romagna Riviera with Milano Marittima Riccione and Cattolica added to the already present Rimini there will be new connections with northern Italy such as Bergamo where Sorrento is already connected to Rome Vico Equense and Castellammare di Stabia will be added there are already routes connected with the Capodichino airport and also from Fuorigrotta it will be possible to reach Florence Currently from Salerno there are connections with Bologna to which they are added Rome connections with the Romagna Riviera are strengthened: Milano Marittima from Nocera Inferiore and Battipaglia you can reach Milan Sala Consilina is an important node because it connects Cilento with Rome from Fisciano you can reach Pescara and Termoli on the Adriatic coast Since there are connections with tourist resorts on the Adriatic coast you can also reach beautiful seaside destinations such as Gallipoli From Grottaminarda you can get to Rome and Bari From Sannio you can reach many destinations in the north and south of Italy but also with tourist towns such as Fasano in Puglia Also with Ciampino airport there are connections three times a day Flixbus cares a lot about the safety and health of its passengers so it guarantees everyone a peaceful journey buses are sanitized at the end of each race the temperature is checked before getting on and checking the tickets and documents is touchless Updated: the service is extended until 29 December 2019 tourist train of EAV that leads to Sorrento daily with 8 daily runs until 3 November 2019 It started again on March 16 and this year too it will certainly be very successful both among tourists and citizens The Campania Express Metrostar trains have air-conditioned wagons seats and there is the option to buy the tickets online it is a fast and convenient connection that at an affordable price and less than 1 now brings from Porta Nolana in Naples to the town of Sorrento passing through many other beautiful towns the Campania Express also stops in the following tourist destinations: Pompei Castellammare di Stabia (for the Faito Cableway) it also makes stops at Piano di Sorrento e Meta The price of the one-way ticket to the complete treatise del Campania Express is from 8 euro You can also buy them tickets for partial routes and have different prices, a starting from 4 euro. Facilities are also available for groups. You can consult all the info, together with times, on the Campania Express page Travel tickets can be buy on EAV site, through theapp GoEav and in InfoPoint of Porta Nolana Tickets can also be bought without the right to a seat in the twenty minutes before departure This commission does not entail any additional price for the user.