What to do near Cosenza, CS

Village of San Lorenzo del Vallo with castle

Far from tourism, close to the truest Calabria

Alessandria del Carretto

A pearl of Calabrian culture set on the roof of the Pollino Park

Alessandria del Carretto is Italy's Painted Village

40 murals among the streets of the highest village in the Pollino Park

The "broccoli" of Castrovillari

The loricate pine, a symbol of the Pollino National Park

Florense Abbey of San Giovanni in Fiore

It dates back to 1230 and is among the most impressive religious buildings in Calabria. Particular is the choice of bare stone in the interior as well, faithful to the monastic values of sobriety and modesty of the Florentines.

The Norman Swabian Castle of Morano

A castle that has seen it all, but still stands proudly overlooking the upper Coscile River valley in the Pollino National Park. It protects a spectacular village rich in history.

Shrine of Our Lady of Arms

It rises from the rock and from its 1,000-meter height towers over the Sibari plain. The name has nothing belligerent about it for real: "arms" is an adaptation of the Greek word meaning "caves."

Lake Ariamancina

Surrounded by lush forests and high-altitude pastures, this man-made lake is an ideal destination for a fabulous hike in Sila National Park.

Giants of Sila Nature Reserve

In Sila National Park there is a centuries-old forest inhabited by respectable trees. Sometimes you need to feel small before the majestic beauty of nature...

Lake Cecita

The largest reservoir in Calabria is an example of perfect harmony between nature and human intervention. Bathing is prohibited, but walks and picnics are welcome!