The Riviera di Ulisse is the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea between the cities of Naples and Rome, in the region of Lazio. There are not a lot of entertainment facilities here, but there are a lot of historical places, among them: ancient Pompeii, the Pontic Islands, as well as the cities of the Latina province.
Landmarks of the Riviera di Ulisse
Terracina, founded in 600 BC, is considered the main city of the Riviera di Ulisse. Until the 19th century, the city was a papal residence. Landmarks of Terraquina come from different eras. The Temple of Jupiter was built in the 4th century BC. The ancient abbeys of Montecassino and Fossanova have also been perfectly preserved on the coast. Their walls and buildings have repeatedly served as scenery for TV movies about the Middle Ages. The small town of Sperlonga is famous for its caves, grottoes and interesting stairs.
It is worth visiting the cave of Tiberias, where the emperor's residence was. It was decorated with 5 thousand Greek statues, today they are in the national city archaeological museum.
Beaches of the Riviera di Ulisse
Many beaches of the resort are sandy, both wide and small and cozy. The gentle entrance to the sea is especially suitable for families with children. Stone and pebble beaches, only in the area of Gaeta and San Felice Circeo. The impeccable cleanliness of the beaches of the Riviera di Ulisse has been awarded the EU Blue Flag since 1998. You can swim in the sea from May to October thanks to the local climatic conditions. It is always several degrees warmer here than near the shores of the Adriatic.
The air of this area is very useful for health due to its high content of iodine. In the modern resort town of Sabaudia, a unique microclimate is created by the salt lake Paola, which stretches along the coast. Between the lake and the sea is a long strip of sand dunes.
Recreation and entertainment on the Riviera di Ulisse
The resorts of the Riviera di Ulisse are ideal for vacations with the whole family. There has never been much entertainment here. Life, for the most part, was measured and quiet. But modernity makes its adjustments. In an effort to satisfy the wishes of tourists of various ages and preferences, local companies create facilities for active recreation. Nightclubs and bars abound in San Felice Circeo today. A modern water park "Haway Park" was built in Cassino. Centers for scuba diving, horseback riding, yacht clubs, and tennis courts have been built along the entire coast. But the main entertainment for tourists here is excursions. You can explore the sights on your own or as part of a tour group.
