South of Naples, the Amalfi Coast, and Sorrento, lies Cilento (pronounced chee-lento). Cilento, Italy encompasses a coastal subregion of Campania that stretches from the town of Paestum to the Marina di Camerota, with a lush and hilly national park inland. The region has a lot to offer travelers looking for a serene and authentic Southern Italian experience.

Cilento’s history spans thousands of years, and it has witnessed the rise and fall of various civilizations, including the Romans, Byzantines, Normans, and the Kingdom of Naples. The region’s historical legacy is evident in its UNESCO archaeological sites and medieval hill towns.