Must-see landmarks in Calabria

Explore Calabria’s architectural and historical diversity through this selection of landmarks. The list features the Greek-style Arena dello Stretto in Reggio Calabria, the Norman-era aqueduct of Morano Calabro, and the 11th-century fortifications of Santa Severina. It also includes significant commemorative sites like the Ara dei Fratelli Bandiera and the medieval stone engineering of the Devil's Bridge. These locations span from the Ionian coast to the rugged interior, representing the region's Byzantine, Norman, and Risorgimento heritage.

Must-See Landmarks in Calabria — Map

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A

Arena dello Stretto

A modern open-air theater on the Reggio Calabria waterfront, constructed in the style of ancient Greek theaters. It offers panoramic views across the Strait of Messina toward Sicily.

B

Santa Severina - Nella lista I Borghi più Belli d'Italia

A hilltop village featuring a well-preserved 11th-century Norman castle and a 9th-century Byzantine baptistery, recognized for its significant medieval architecture.

C

Melissa - Membro dell'Associazione dei Borghi Autentici d'Italia

A medieval hillside village characterized by narrow stone alleys and traditional architecture, known for its long history of wine production and the Melissa DOC.

D

Ponte del Diavolo

A historic stone bridge near Girifalco. This medieval structure is a notable example of local masonry, named after local legends common to ancient arched engineering.

E

Cimitero monumentale di Crotone

This cemetery features elaborate 19th and 20th-century funerary chapels and monuments that showcase the neoclassical and eclectic architectural styles of the Crotone region.

F

Ara dei Fratelli Bandiera

A commemorative monument located in the Vallone di Rovito, marking the site where the Venetian patriots Attilio and Emilio Bandiera were executed in 1844.

G

Eremo di Marinella

A small, secluded religious hermitage located on the Ionian coast, featuring simple stone construction used for spiritual retreat.

H

Acquedotto normanno

A 14th-century stone structure in Morano Calabro. The aqueduct utilizes tiered arches to transport spring water from the mountains into the medieval center.

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