 Introduction
Praiano is set like a diamond in an enchanting location, nestled among the beautiful inlets of the breathtaking Amalfi coast, a mere seven kilometers from Positano and six kilometers from Amalfi.
Arrival By Plane
Airport Capodichino in Naples with connection of public lines for Naples center and Sorrento with pursuance for the Amalfi Coast.
By Train
Stations in Naples Centrale (to north) and Salerno (to south). From Naples connection for Sorrento with the line of the trains "Circumvesuviana" and then connection from Sorrento, Positano, Praiano, Amalfi and Salerno with line of the buses "Sita"
Sea Lines
From Naples from Salerno and from Sorrento daily connections for Amalfi and Positano.
By Car
The nicest way to get to Praiano by car is to leave the A3 motorway (autostrada) in Salerno and drive along the S163 (Costiera Amalfitana).
History and Culture
The "Sentiero degli Dei" (Walk of the Gods) is a famous hike that starts from Praiano and reaches Agerola, giving hikers the chance to really get the best views of the Amalfi Coast.
This town started developing in the XII century and then specialized in production of the "filo torto", linnen, coral and anchevies.
Churches and Museums
St.Gennaro Church is situated in Vettica Maggiore near La Statale and visible from the sea, St.Gennaro church is an often photographed landmark of Praiano. Of ancient foundation, it was restored in 1602. It presents three naves with transept dominated by an oval cupola, covered by multicolored tiles. The belfry has a high octagonal coping finished with a little majolica cupola. Inside one will admire the Assumptions of 1696 and St. Bartolomeo's martyrdom, by Giovan Bernardo Lama and the Holy Family of the end of XVIth century.
St.Maria Del Castro Church and Convent
These were built by Dominican Fathers in 1599; the convent was suppressed at the end of XVIIth century. It has been recently restored together with the church thanks to the monks strong work.
St.Luca Evangelista Church
Saint Lucas remains are kept here, a silver bust of him from 1694 and canvases attributed to 16th century painter Giovanni Bernardo Lama. Madonna del Rosario by Padovano di Montorio, dated 1572, is situated in a chapel on the right of altar. The interior of the church, restored in 1772, has three naves divided by pillars supporting beautiful rounded archs.
Also very interesting are a wood pulpit with paintings representing St. Pietro and St. Paolo, major altar in '1700 majolica and the floor with birds, flowers and St. Luca are painted. To the right of the church is the three story belfry and the monofore.
Historical buildings and monuments
Places of Interests
Tucked at the very foot of the precipitous cliffs which seem to make up most of Amalfi Coast, Praiano's beach is a tiny but charming stretch of sand, where visitors can relax, suntan, and watch the bobbing white boats float by.
The Guard Tower
Perched high on a cliff overlooking the town, this medieval tower was built to watch out for pirate ships on raids. Now used as a studio by the artist Paolo Sandulli, the tower itself is popular with visitors looking for photo opportunities, and the site itself offers lovely views of the area.
Events
From the 1st to the 4th of August at 21.00
Traditional procession with torches
San Luca Festival
On the 18th October and on the first Sunday of July
Patron Saint Festival with food tasting and fireworks
San Gennaro Festival
On the 19th of September and on the first Sunday of May
Patron Saint Festival with food tasting and fireworks
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