The Treasures of Tropea

Tropea has won hearts far and wide for its incredible beauty and year on year this medieval cliff top town gathers awards from across the globe for its exceptional beaches. The long expanse of sugar white sand next to the clear turquoise sea makes you feel as if a corner of the Caribbean had been transported to Europe.

Tropea town itself stands majestically on the cliffs, behind you a warren of artisan shops and charming cafes, ahead of you elegant old palazzo carved into the golden rock.

There’s enough here to entertain you on an extended visit, or for the rest of your life. When it comes to finding the perfect home, never mind the perfect holiday home, property in Tropea really could be what you’ve dreamt of.

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The 5 best things about Tropea

1. Incredible beaches

Tropea is widely recognised as having some of the world’s top beaches; the irresistible expanse of soft white sand, crystal clear sea, crashing waves and spectacular sunsets are the toast of the beautiful ‘violet coast’.

2. Artistic ambience

The warren of cosy streets, welcoming bars and artisan shops that makes up the town gives Tropea an old world artistic ambience, which makes exploring the town as alluring as heading to the beach.

3. Captivating architecture

From the frescoed Norman cathedral to the carved balconies of operatic mansions carved into the cliff face, Tropea’s architecture could well be considered as impressive as the beauty of the natural landscape that surrounds it.

4. Santa Maria dell’Isola

The upper town and the church of Santa Maria dell’Isola offers incredible views as far as the eye can see. Look out towards the volcanic island of Stromboli and the other Aeolian islands in the ocean to the fertile slopes of the Calabrian mountains towering behind you inland.

5. Sublime relaxation

After a days exploring its best advised to follow Italian tradition; unwinding with a cool aperitif drinking in the violet and rose sunset. Once you’ve relaxed begin your long evening with a platter of delicious antipasti and sample Tropea’s speciality dishes; spicy meats, pecorino cheeses and red onion omelettes.

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