Scalea - Walls, towers and gates Torre Cimalonga The Cimalonga Tower was erected in the '400 as part of the area's defensive system. It is a round and fortified building, which was used to oversee one of the four access points of the city. Today the tower is home to the archaeological museum, which houses numerous ancient finds that have a remarkable historical value.
Scalea - Walls, towers and gates Torre Talao The Talao Tower was built during 1500 and is the emblem of the city. It is a military structure, built for defensive reasons, since from its position you could control the entire coast. Its construction was commissioned by the governor of the Neapolitan Kingdom, Pedro Afan de Ribera, and is still active and open to visit.
Guardia Piemontese - Walls, towers and gates Porta del Sangue The Blood Gate is of historical importance of the Tyrrhenian Cosentino center. Although it has been restored several times it did not lose its original structure. It has a simple shape surrounded by ancient city walls.
Diamante - Natural Areas Isola di Cirella Famous for its whale shape, it has a height of not more than 38 meters, and has the same length in depth. The seabed sinks into the sea for about 40 meters, creating suggestive coves and caves where you can admire the flora and marine fauna.
Papasidero - Caves Grotta del Romito The Romito cave is a site dating back to the Upper Paleolithic containing one of the oldest testimonies of prehistoric art in Italy, and one of the most important at European level. Outside there are some rock carvings, among which the most important is a graffiti depicting two bovids (Bos primigenius), and traces of ancient burials, dating back 10,500 years ago.
Pietrapaola - Natural Areas villaggio irene When man manages to respect nature by enhancing it, he can proudly make it his strong point!
Paola - Walls, towers and gates Torre della Badia The tower was erected as part of the Abbey of Paola. The medieval building is quadrangular and was built of sandstone. His function was defensive, as from his height the whole area could be supervised. After a series of restorations, today the complex houses the Archaeological Museum of the city.
Sangineto - Castles, palaces and mansions Castello del Principe The Prince's Castle was built in the 15th century. The square structure consists of 4 towers and a loggia. Recently it has been restored, and during the summer, several musical events and theatrical performances are organized in the castle garden.
Scalea - Castles, palaces and mansions Castello di Scalea Diroccato The Norman Castle of Scalea was built on a fortress and its origins date back to the eleventh century. Particular is the view seen from the rubble: the turrets of the castle are really special. The ruins today are scattered across the heights.
Guardia Piemontese - Walls, towers and gates Torre di Guardia The Watchtower was built in the year 1000. It had a circular structure and was used as a fortification against the raids of the Saracens who at that time had invaded the whole Mediterranean.