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Which coast of Italy is better?

The west coast is packed full of must-visit treasures and is popular with tourists the world over, while the less-known east or Adriatic coast has retained an off-the-beaten-track feel, being a favourite of the Italian locals.



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The Amalfi Coast is the epitome of what beautiful Italian coastal towns can be. While many Amalfi Coast towns have come to rely on tourism, Vietri sul Mare has remained a traditional fishing village. That has helped this quaint but vibrant seaside town retain a high level of authenticity.

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You might find a lot of people say Positano is better than Amalfi as Positano appears to have nicer beaches, more restaurants, and shops. Positano also has some of the best scenic views. You'll want to show off to everyone with your view of colourful cliffside homes, blue sea, and beaches.

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You might find a lot of people say Positano is better than Amalfi as Positano appears to have nicer beaches, more restaurants, and shops. Positano also has some of the best scenic views. You'll want to show off to everyone with your view of colourful cliffside homes, blue sea, and beaches.

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The best time to visit southern Italy is typically March through May, spring, and September through November, fall. The promise of breathtaking scenery that unveils glistening waters, charming coastal coves, and historic towns nestled into rugged hills can capture your imagination during the best time to visit.

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For sunny skies and balmy beaches without sky-high heat indices, the best times to visit Italy are the late spring and early fall.

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Positano is the most popular town on the Amalfi Coast in Italy, known all over the world for the moda positano, the vibrant nightlife and the characteristic shops.

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Positano is the most expensive place to stay on the Amalfi Coast. It's beautiful, so characteristic, charming and picturesque, however, it comes at a higher price. Amalfi is cheaper, but not cheap.

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The views are breathtaking Whether you're gazing across the pastel-fronted town from a hilltop terrace or lazing on the lounger-dotted beach, Positano has some of the most recognisable and stunning views on the Amalfi Coast.

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Positano also offers shopping galore and very good restaurants. Some say Positano has better beaches than Amalfi, but if you're used to beautiful sandy beaches, you won't be impressed with any beach on the Amalfi Coast. They are black sand and very pebbly (rocky). Beaches in Amalfi are equally so.

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But the city which came top is actually Imperia, in western Liguria. Aided by the mild temperatures, the scarce rains and 2,570 hours of sunshine annually, Imperia is considered to have the perfect climate to make you feel good. And the winner of best weather in Italy is Imperia, in Liguria.

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