This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more The small town is famous for its ancient history (Image: Getty Images) Rocca Imperiale is one of the most picturesque medieval towns in Italy . The landscape and the surrounding sea coupled with the heritage of the site make for a unique place to explore.
The village is located between Pollino National Park, the Sibari plain and the Metapontino area which means tourists can access Rocca Imperiale via many routes. function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.createElement('script');el.
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Log('[Load] OVP tcfLoaded',new Date())})}},1500)}) A famous food from the area is the lemon, which has been grown for centuries in the area and is an iconic part of the village's history. These lemons are unlike others with an intense yellow colour and a strong scent which distinguishes them. A famous food from the area is the lemon which has been grown there for centuries (Image: Getty Images) Read more British tourist sparks fury after 'carving initials into Pompeii ruins' Steeped in history, the Swabian Castle is the most significant part of history in the town, named the "most beautiful" in Italy.
The castle was built in a place of great military and strategic importance. The construction of the castle was followed by the development of the town where people began to settle. In 1989 the last heirs of the family that owned the Castle decided to donate it to the municipality of Rocca Imperiale.
While it may not hold the grandeur of some more modern castles, it’s history and age make it a must visit place. If you’re looking to have a bite to eat, I Due Scogli offers a range of Italian cuisine, seafood dishes, Mediterranean meals, soups. One diner said: “Eight years of living in Italy has helped me understand what to look for in a fantastic Italian restaurant.
From the kind and courteous welcome, to the recommendations from the owner, the whole experience was just perfect for a nice Sunday lunch out here in Southern Italy. "The white wine recommended was sublime and the food was simple and well chosen. I can’t wait to come back! Do yourself a favour and drop by if you’re hungry and in the area!” Don't miss.
.. Gorgeous little European town that's like a mini Italy 13 miles from the border I spent the night in Wales’ Italian-inspired village Pretty Italian town 'now like Fukushima' after 20,000 residents leave overnight The castle ruins are the main attraction in the village (Image: Getty Images) Trending SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you.
This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy For somewhere to stay, the Casa Castello is a unique place to explore from, with a central location at the heart of the town.
The property has sea and garden views with buffet and continental breakfast options available. One guest said: “This place is great, it’s quiet and clean. It is also located in the historic centre, very close to the castello walls.
There is a beautiful sitting area on the piazza nearby, with a great view of the castello and surrounding countryside. The downstairs sofa bed was the most comfortable sofa bed I've ever slept in.”.
