Pisciotta
Pisciotta is an ancient medieval village situated on a hill overlooking the sea gently declines. The origins of the name derived from Pixoctum that you had then "Pixocta", "Pissocta" and then "Pisciotta". Surrounded by olive groves centuries, the country enjoys a breathtaking view on one of the most beautiful coast of Cilento.
From the main square through alleys and stairways characteristic, you can be reached at the highest in the country, "Castle" (Palazzo Marchesale) from which to enjoy the beautiful sea view and then continue along the path (all pedestrian) to the Cathedral Church (SS. Peter and Paul).
Ancient gates and charming alleys there to accompany silent "Pendino," one of the oldest areas of the country from which we can begin the walk to "Marina di Pisciotta". It is recommended, the tourist route from the country Pisciotta Marina, along a road surrounded by olive trees and Mediterranean scrub. In a few minutes you are on the port of Marina di Pisciotta.
"Marina di Pisciotta" is a typical fishing village where time seems to stand still. A port facilities, small and typical bar and one of the most beautiful beaches of Cilento.
The recognition as the Sea Blue Flag certified that the beaches Pisciotta are among the most clean and beautiful in Italy.
Completing the town of Pisciotta fractions Caprioli (bordering Palinuro) with its extraordinary sandy coast and Rhodium that the legend originated from a settlement of the Knights of Rhodes, a small village perched among the hills very suggestive.
On August 10 a Pisciotta country celebrates the patron S. Aniello Abate, the festivities start on June 9 and ends on August 11. On 8 September in Marina di Pisciotta is celebrated "Madonna of Portosalvo" with an impressive procession by sea.
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Palinuro
Palinuro (Centola fraction) is about 10 minutes from "Villetta nell'uliveto" of Pisciotta and is the world-famous seaside resort, whose name is linked to a character of'Eneide, the legendary Palinuro, nocchiero fleet of Enea. Palinuro stretches on the small peninsula views promontory, Cape Palinuro, renowned for the beauty and the presence of underwater caves (the famous "Grotte di Palinuro", including the extraordinary blue cave).
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Camerota
Camerota, another famous seaside resort on the coast south of Cilento, about 20 km from "Villetta nell'uliveto" and is known for its port (Marina di Camerota) and its splendid beaches. Its name probably derives from the greek kamaṛtos "bent" or from Latin camurus "curved". In both cases refers to the many limestone caves in which it is still possible to find archaeologists relics dating back into the Paleolithic era. The coastline extends from the "Cave of the Cyclops" (close to Palinuro) to Porto Infreschi (a paradise for lovers of diving and rocky beaches).
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Ascea
Tourist resort known especially for archaeological area of Velia (Elea) city of Magna Grecia (Scavi Eleatici) and the School Eleatica. The eleatica school is a philosophical school Presocratica active in Elea whose main exponent was Parmenides. Other members of the school are Zenone of Elea, Melisso of Samo and Xenophanes of Colofone.
We recommend a visit to the archaeological area of Velia that is just minutes by car or train from Pisciotta.
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Summary of locations to visit and distances
Pietracciaio Beach, Sea Blue Flag: 5 minutes by car.
Acquabianca Beach, Sea Blue Flag: 5 minutes by car.
Palinuro (Beaches and Caves of Palinuro): 8 minutes by car.
Ascea (archaeological area of Velia): 10 minutes by car, 3 minutes by train from the station of Pisciotta.
Camerota (Beaches): 15 minutes by car.
Paestum (Excavations and Temples): 40 minutes by car, 30 minutes by train from the station of Pisciotta.
Parco Nazionale del Cilento and Vallo di Diano: Pisciotta is part of the park and you can visit all the most beautiful countries and nature trails that are a few minutes.
Padula (Certosa): 1 hour by car.
Salerno: 1 hour and 30 minutes by car, 1 hour by train from the station of Pisciotta.
Amalfi Coast: 1 hour and 30 minutes by car or 1 hour by train from the station of Pisciotta + 30 minutes by ferry from Salerno to Amalfi.
Pompei: 2 hours by car, 1 hour and 30 minutes by train from the station of Pisciotta.
Napoli: 2 hours and 30 minutes by car, 2 hours by train from the station of Pisciotta.
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