«ASSOCIATION OF TOUR OPERATORS OF TORCHIARA»

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1 PACKAGE OFFERS «ASSOCIATION OF TOUR OPERATORS OF TORCHIARA» Every thing you have always dreamed of Spend a holiday with us. Live an unforgettable dream.

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3 o THE CILENTO Monte Sacro Land of myths and legends,from the latin Cis Alentum, land on this side of the river Alento. Those approaching the Cilento for the first time will have the feeling of being in a new world and not the continuation of the Amalfi Coast. It is a reality that has retained all its peculiarities and traditions that may appear at times difficult to understand. Natural Arch-Palinuro Myths and legends are linked together and often our Christian roots reveal notes of pagans and vice versa. Climbing the sacred mountains and following the paths of the hermits and Byzantine monks, you will approach primordial rites, related to water, trees and stones. To discover this earth is a gift that everyone should give himself. It 'a land that captures you, it fascinates, it remains bewitched in a crescendo of feverish curiosity that never satisfies.

4 o THE NATIONAL PARK OF CILENTO The Park includes 80 municipalities and covers hectares of protected land, of inestimable value, is a classic example of 'harmonious integration between the work of man and the natural environment of the Mediterranean, from the Paleolithic to the present day. The Coastal Zone is typically Mediterranean, with a succession of bays: small sandy beaches or steep cliffs and headlands with defense Normanno-Aragonesi towers. Numerous medieval settlements preserve an artistic heritage of immense value: chapels, churches, palaces, castles and cottages are set in naturalistic uncontaminated settings. The archaeological sites of Paestum and Velia, the Certosa di Padula, are part of the sites included in UNESCO S world Heritage' sites. Among the peaks of the Park, we find Mount Cervati the highest in Campania(1898m), then follow Monte Sacro or Gelbison, Alburni, Monte Stella and Bulgheria. The white coloring of the rocks of a particular feuture of thealburni that have given rise to numerous caves, such as those of Castelcivita and Pertosa

5 o FOOD FROM THE CILENTO Furthermore the Cilento is home of the Mediterranean Diet. Here the well tnown scientist, Ancel Keys studied for years the lifestyle of Cilento, verifying the actual benefits on the heart. Wine is famous in the region especially: DOC Castel San Lorenzo and DOC Cilento. Among the typical traditions, OIL DOP Cilento, with s low in acidity and rich in polyphenols. In addition, the food and wine heritage includes: buffalo mozzarella from the nearby Piana del Sele, the famous mozzarella in the Aude, the White Fig DOP, anchovies from menoica, Controne beans and chickpeas from Cicerale, etc... Within a few miles you go from the sea to the mountains, from the seafood flavors to dishes typical of the interior..

6 o THE TERRITORIES: CAPACCIO- PAESTUM Getsemani - Paestum Temples of Neptune preserve the most important and noble monumental archaeological complex of the entire Magna Grecia. Attractions: Temples of Neptune, Temple of Hera, the National Museum, Early Christian Basilica, Gethsemane, the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Granato, Church of St. Peter and St. Anthony, Franciscan Monastery. Temple of Hera Santuario Madonna del Granato

7 o THE TERRITORIES: AGROPOLI A town of nearly 22,000 inhabitants. Important Aragonese cultural attraction is the Angevin Castle, consisting of a Byzantine structure dating from the sixth century. Striking is the door of the seventeenth century and is a symbol of Agropoli is the Tower of St. Mark dating to 1594 and the rock in front of St. Francis to 'namesake Convent.. Port of Agropoli Port Rock S.Francesco The BAY of TRENTOVA, is miles of pristine Mediterranean vegetation, crossed by hiking trails.it is the most popular beach in Agropoli. The crystal clear waters permit Agropoli to be one of the beach resorts awarded with the "Blue Flag every year. The harbor is the largest south of Salerno, with about room for a 1000 bouts. In the months it s possible to catch a ferry to Capri or Amalfi from the port of July and August.

8 o THE TERRITORIES: TORCHIARA Church S.S.Salvatore Baron's Palace De Conciliis Proceeding internally for 4 km from Agropoli Torchiara.The name comes from "Turris Clara", the distinguished between the towers. The tower was founded by the Lombards. There are numerous attractions to be seen: the old town, the town park Peacock bordering the entrance road, square tower with its palaces, Palazzo De Conciliis, donated to the town by Baron De Conciliis, the Church of SSSalvatore, mail to guard the city with 300 years-old lime tree, houses some art treasures, including the Polyptych of "Transfiguration", the Church of San Bernardino, with an oil painting"redeemer with Saints Bernardino and Antonio Abate ", the Church of St. Barbara. Also across the country side you can see the "passolare", old houses in which figs were lift to dry EVENTS: Solstice 'Estate, a journey through music, art, folklore, dance and crafts. Organizes the Medieval Festival, with a parade in costumes in which everyone can participate

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10 o THE ASSOCIATION OF TOUR OPERATORS Il Falco Del Cilento 0974/ / B&B Li Fringi / B&B Borgoriccio, / B&B Taverna Copersito / B&B Il Melograno / B&B Al Fico Bianco

11 o THE ASSOCIATION OF TOUR OPERATORS La Passolara / Agriturismo San Elia, / B&B Rosacanina / [email protected] Casa vacanze Tiziana [email protected] Santa Barbara B&B / [email protected]

12 o THE ASSOCIATION OF TOUR OPERATORS Residence Acqua di Costanza / Residenza d'epoca Casa Albini / B&B Torre Mangoni / November , the Association of Tour Operators of Torchiara,was created and it brings together all the facilities in the town. The main objective of the association is to promote the area by working with government agencies, especially taking care of communication through the countless national and international tourist promotion activities.

13 o WEEKEND: o OFFERS ASSOCIATION OF TOUR OPERATORS TORCHIARA Friday evening arrival - departure Sunday afternoon after lunch THE THIRD NIGHT 'FREE (CHOICE OF THE CUSTOMER) o 1 WEEK*:... half board full board * (prices are not valid for the months of July and August) o 10 DAYS* : half board.. full board?... * (prices are not valid for the months of July and August)

14 PLACES TO VISIT: (THE TRIPS ARE AT THE CUSTUMER S EXPENSE) Vatolla PalaceDe Vargas Castel of Rocca Visit Agropoli with Castle and Borgo Antico. (4km) Visit Castellabate town, beach in Santa Maria di Castellabate (12km) Visit Paestum and Museum. (10km) Visit Cilento coast: Casa del Conte, Agnone, Acciaroli, Poplars, Sea Museum Palinuro Caves, Natural Arch. (40km) Camerota: Baia Infreschi Excursion Amalfi- Capri: by sea (ferry- summer months only) Ruis of Pompei and Ercolano (70km) Castelcivita caves (40km) Morigerati (WWF) + Policastro (60km) Roccagloriosa settlement Lucano + S.Severino Centola "abandoned medieval village" (50km) Felixstowe: throat of the Heat, canoe trip (50km) Visit Vatolla and Castle Rock Alento Oasis Ruins of Velia

15 PLACES TO VISIT: (THE TRIPS ARE AT THE CUSTOMER S EXPENSE) Chartreuse of Padula Certosa Di Padula and Caves of Pertosa (100km) Visit the city of Salerno (60km) Visit the city of Naples (110km) Visit the Royal Palace and the city of Caserta (140km) Possibility of trekking on different days in different neighbouring towns in Cilento: old villages, visit antique fountains, churches, old mills, and much more... Caves ofcastelcivita. all distances are calculated from Torchiara.

16 ADDRESSES President (Pina) : [email protected] TOUR OPERATORS ASSOCIATION OF TORCHIARA WISHES WHERE WE ARE : TORCHIARA (SA) ENJOY YOUR HOLIDAYS BY TRAIN: railway station Agropoli- Castellabate BY PLANE: Naples airport BY CAR: exit Battipaglia on A3