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The small town of Minors, nestled between Amalfi,Maiori And Ravello, offers its tourists art, culture and history: the Roman Maritime Villa, dating back to the Isec. A.D; there Basilica of Santa Trofimena Patroness of Minori, built around the eighteenth century and the other churches, built in different historical periods, testify to the important past for theancient Rheginna Minor.
 
It should definitely not be forgotten that Minors it can rightly be considered the Salerno capital of the rites of Holy Week. Very beautiful, touching and participatory Procession of the Knockers which takes place in the Passion Friday evening, attracting visitors from all over the province. The rites of Holy Week in Minori have been recognized as assets of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Activities.

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The place

Located in a delightful and quiet inlet between Capo d'Orso and Conca dei Marini, Minori is the town of the Amalfi Coast nicknamed the narcissus of the coast for the particularity of its territory and the fertility of its land.

City of Taste, but, above all, a seaside city, according to tradition, pasta was born here. The ingredients are all there: the sun, the right level of humidity for drying the dough and a wise and skilful use of manual skills, handed down from generation to generation.

Traditional are also the cultivation of terraced lemons, which provide the raw material for the delicious Limoncello of the Amalfi Coast, and the processing of paper (the ancient paper mills are still preserved today).

History of Minori

Minori was chosen by the Romans as a summer residence, as evidenced by the remains of a grandiose maritime villa of the 1st century AD built scenographically among the surrounding rocks, and clearly visible from the sea.

After the destruction of the villa probably caused by frequent floods, the place was probably abandoned for centuries. Tradition has it that the first inhabited nucleus of Minori was formed, around the fifth century, in a hilly locality called Forcella chosen as a safe place by the inhabitants of the Sarno valley, fleeing from the incursions of Germanic populations. The inhabitants of this first settlement, between the sixth and seventh centuries, founded a new maritime village that takes the name of Rheginna, which, in contrast to the nearby district of Maiori, Rheginna Major, of greater extension, took the epithet of Minor.

From this period the remains of a Christian martyr were found on the beach and, therefore, the church dedicated to Santa Trofimena which, with the elevation of Minori to the bishopric in 987, became the cathedral of Minor. Even this town, like the other cities of the coast, shared glories and honors with Amalfi, suffering the same fate with the decline of the Republic.

Even Minori was unfortunately the victim of natural disasters; in 1492, 1528 and 1656 it was hit by terrible plagues which decimated the population. Thanks to the wealth of water and the fertility of its territory, Minori boasted, in the past, very flourishing industries, both paper and food.

Already in the thirteenth century in the Minorese paper mills the rags paper, called bambagina, was made, which was widely used in the courts and religious institutes. A particularly lively branch of activity was that of preparing pasta: mills and pasta factories formed the connective tissue of the small seaside village. The history of Minor follows the events of the Kingdom of Naples and subsequently of united Italy. the terrible flood of 1954 deeply marked the life and urban transformation of Minori, seeing the birth of modern buildings and hotels which fortunately did not spoil the aesthetics and its characteristic aspect of a seaside village.

The activities of Minori

Minori was chosen by the Romans as a summer residence, as evidenced by the remains of a grandiose maritime villa of the 1st century AD built scenographically among the surrounding rocks, and clearly visible from the sea.

After the destruction of the villa probably caused by frequent floods, the place was probably abandoned for centuries. Tradition has it that the first inhabited nucleus of Minori was formed, around the fifth century, in a hilly locality called Forcella chosen as a safe place by the inhabitants of the Sarno valley, fleeing from the incursions of Germanic populations. The inhabitants of this first settlement, between the sixth and seventh centuries, founded a new maritime village that takes the name of Rheginna, which, in contrast to the nearby district of Maiori, Rheginna Major, of greater extension, took the epithet of Minor.

From this period the remains of a Christian martyr were found on the beach and, therefore, the church dedicated to Santa Trofimena which, with the elevation of Minori to the bishopric in 987, became the cathedral of Minor. Even this town, like the other cities of the coast, shared glories and honors with Amalfi, suffering the same fate with the decline of the Republic.

Even Minori was unfortunately the victim of natural disasters; in 1492, 1528 and 1656 it was hit by terrible plagues which decimated the population. Thanks to the wealth of water and the fertility of its territory, Minori boasted, in the past, very flourishing industries, both paper and food.

Already in the thirteenth century in the Minorese paper mills the rags paper, called bambagina, was made, which was widely used in the courts and religious institutes. A particularly lively branch of activity was that of preparing pasta: mills and pasta factories formed the connective tissue of the small seaside village. The history of Minor follows the events of the Kingdom of Naples and subsequently of united Italy. the terrible flood of 1954 deeply marked the life and urban transformation of Minori, seeing the birth of modern buildings and hotels which fortunately did not spoil the aesthetics and its characteristic aspect of a seaside village.

What to see in Minori

Walking through the streets of the center and getting lost in the twisted alleys is a pleasant holiday break. Minori is very rich in monuments, primarily of course the religious ones. The path cannot fail to start from the Archconfraternity of the SS. Sacramento, a single-room building that houses a wooden choir and a marble altar from the 18th century.

Imposing is the Basilica of Santa Trofimena, which houses the mortal remains of the Saint, protector of the city. The temple, with a typical eighteenth-century layout, was rebuilt from the foundations on the remains of an ancient Romanesque church. On the main altar you can admire the "Crucifixion", attributed to Marco Pino da Siena, an important exponent of the Italian Mannerist culture. In the two naves there are several chapels, inside one of them there is the canvas of the Madonna del Rosario, one of the first examples of the Marian cult on the coast. The crypt with three naves, restored in the 1700s, presents on the altar an alabaster urn sculpted in 1772 by the Neapolitan marble-maker Ragozzino, where the relics of the Saint are kept.

The Church of S. Lucia dates back to the 10th century. On the altar there is a 16th century wooden retable in Spanish style, with the statues of S. Lucia, S. Apollonia and S. Agata.

The Church of S. Gennaro represents, in all probability, the oldest religious settlement: the origins date back to the eighth century. Inside is the wooden throne, in the center of which there is the shrine with the statue of S. Gennaro. Recent excavations have brought to light Romanesque shapes and capitals, incorporated in past centuries in baroque wall enclosures. Adjacent to S. Gennaro and the Oratory of S. Maria delle Grazie, which houses an interesting painting of the '700.

The Church of S. Michele, on the other hand, has decorations on paper made at the end of the 19th century by some painters who refer to the Pre-Raphaelite culture. Hence the revival of Byzantine schemes. On the right side a painting of the '600 with S. Pietro d'Alcantara, on the opposite side an Immaculate Conception datable to the same period. Finally, looking up to the sky, the beauty of the Bell Tower of the Annunziata, dating back to the 11th century, strikes you. Immersed among lemon groves and vineyards, the bell tower is characterized by two-tone decorations with wall inlays, attributable to the Arab-Norman era.

Surely the jewel of Minori is the maritime Roman Villa of the 1st century. d. C., an imposing imperial-era settlement that annually attracts thousands of visitors. We do not know the name of the gentleman who had it built: he was certainly a person of considerable financial means and a high level of culture and taste, given the design choice of the complex and its decorative apparatus. Built at sea level, on its lower floor the villa encloses a viridarium between the wings of the portico, in the center of which is a basin, aligned with the large, monumental opening towards the sea and with the most important room on the floor, the large triclinium on the sides of which the entire ground floor develops symmetrically. The suspensurae of a heated room and fragments of floor mosaics also identify rooms on the upper floor, totally destroyed by the later renovations. In fact, the Villa has undergone several restorations and alterations. In the third century there was the reconstruction of the triclinium with the addition of masonry counters and the mosaic and the partial renewal of the pictorial decoration. In an even later period, it is assumed, some of the rooms were reduced by partitions.

The villages of Minori retain the atmosphere of past times. Just climb the many uphill streets to reach the most characteristic corners of the town. Particularly pretty is the village of Villa Amena, with the ancient church of San Gennaro, and the village of Torre which, with the church of San Michele, is the heart of the splendid "Sentiero dei Limoni"

Very suggestive is the path of the ancient paper mills, reachable through the driveway to the bottom of the Minorese valley and then along the ancient path that winds towards the Auriola locality.

Your stay is unique

The celebrations for the patronal feast of Santa Trofimena in July, the appointment with the big screen cinema outdoors under the stars of the coast in July and August and the artistic, cultural and food and wine happening "Gusta Minori" in September, represent the events for which the Minorese summer stands out.

During the whole year, moreover, tradition and popular passion accompany each period with particular and characteristic moments: the crib activity during the Christmas period; Holy Week ended with the Via Crucis on Good Friday in the streets illuminated by torches and torches.

The mild climate and the richness of the surrounding landscape will make it

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Overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, the Amalfi Coast is one of the 51 Italian sites inserted byUNESCO in World Heritage List.

The Amalfi coast is the stretch of the Campania coast that overlooks the Gulf of Salerno for about 40 km south of the Sorrento Peninsula, is bordered to the west by Positano and to the east by Vietri sul Mare.
Its name derives from the city of Amalfi , one of the ancient Maritime Republic, the main center of the place.
The spectacular landscapes and the unique and peculieri environmental characteristics make it a place of great historical and artistic interest: from Roman Villa of Minori, to the medieval architecture of Ravello And Stairs , to the naturalistic wonders of the Valle dei Mulini with its paths and to the Fjord of Furore one of a kind.

A place like no other, since 1997 protected by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site

The coast of the Sirens

Thanks to a long and winding panoramic road ( the 163 Amalfitana state road) it is possible to go all the way " The coast of the Sirens”And cross the main towns overlooking the sea, enjoying a breathtaking view suspended between the sea and the slopes of the Lattari Mountains: a succession of valleys and promontories, hidden beaches and coves, small urban agglomerations and ancient ruins.
Without forgetting the famous terraces planted with citrus, vines, olive trees and enriched with lush plants with bright colors such as bougainvillea and the scent of jasmine.

An itinerary to discover small villages such as Atrani, Cetara, Conca dei Marini, and more renowned tourist resorts, such as the picturesque Positano, Amalfi and Ravello.

The Hotel Santa Lucia is located in Minori in the heart of the Amalfi coast, 4 kilometers from Amalfi, 7 kilometers from Ravello, 15 kilometers from Positano. Click here to view the Hotel Santa Lucia di Minori on Goolge Maps and find out how to finally reach us.

In detail

A few kilometers from Amalfi, Positano and Ravello, and near the artistic, historical and natural beauties of the province of Salerno, the charming town of Minori is well connected by bus and ferry to all the towns of the divine coast; L' Hotel Santa Lucia it represents the ideal structure for a pleasant and healthy stay, made even more pleasant by the familiarity of the owners.

 

To find out about the latest events scheduled on the Amalfi coast, or even to consult the latest news to visit all the places on the coast starting from Minori, we recommend visiting our blog or the facebook page where we post any news and suggestions !.

Already praised by Giovanni Boccaccio in his "DECAMERON" this coastal area is one of the most famous in the world !!

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Airport

For those arriving by plane, the nearest airport is Naples, better known as the airport of Naples Capodichino about 70 km away

The Alibus service it connects the airport with the railway station in piazza Galibardi and the maritime station in piazza Municipio. (very efficient and economical service)

Alternatively it is possible to move from the airport to the city center using the services of the ANM company and in particular the C58 line. THE Buses engaged on this line make trips to the central station about every 10 minutes.

Once you reach the Port of Molo Beverello or the Central Station of Naples, connections with the Amalfi Coast depart. There are two options: the bus (SITA company) or the train that will take you to Salerno, and then continue with another bus to Minori ( direction Amalfi), Lthe second stop is a few meters from the Hotel.

THE bus of the SITA public line , cover the whole coast and the main municipalities, have a dense and continuous service except on Sundays where the races are reduced.

Or, upon your request, we will arrange a transfer directly from the airport to the hotel, at a cost of approx 140 € uro.

For more information please contact the hotel.

Highway

From the North exiting the Rome - Naples motorway at Naples, follow the directions for Salerno and take the Naples - Salerno to the Vietri sul Mare exit. Follow this road (SS163 Amalfitana) which leads you along the sea, up to Maiori, Amalfi and Positano. You will find Minori immediately after Maiori. The hotel is located in via Strada Nuova. 44, near the archaeological excavations of the ancient ROMAN VILLA.


From the East from the Bari - Napoli motorway, take the Avellino exit and follow the directions for Salerno. In Fratte (SA) you will take the Salerno - Reggio Calabria to the Salerno exit (end of the motorway). Then follow the (brown) signs for “Amalfi Coast” and once in Vietri sul Mare, continue as above.


From the South at the end of the Salerno - Reggio Calabria motorway, the directions are the same as those of those coming from the east.

Ferry

The hotel is only about 50 meters from the pier.

For those who want to reach us by ferry, they can use the following lines:

- Direct line Salerno - Minori (active from April 15th to October 15th)
- Salerno - Amalfi Line (active from 01 April to 05 November)


For more information about timetables and departures, you can connect to:
www.travelmar.it

Salerno station

For the avoidance of doubt, it is good to clarify immediately that there are no train stations on the Amalfi Coast. For this reason it is not possible to take advantage of direct connections with the Amalfi Coast that involve the use of trains.
For those arriving by train, the nearest station is Salerno just 16 km away

From the station it is possible to reach the hotel by:

- Bus :
From the station depart the SITA bus lines (towards Amalfi) up to Minori with the stop (second stop) near the hotel, updated timetables are available on the website www.sitabus.it, choosing: Campania Region> Campania lines timetables> Amalfi - Maiori - Salerno.

-Ferry: 
Direct line Salerno - Minori ( active from April 15th to October 15th)
Direct line Salerno - Amalfi (active from 01 April to 05 November)
For more information about timetables and departures, you can connect to: www.travelmar.it

- Private transfer
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Upon your request, the hotel will arrange a private transfer directly from the station at a cost of approx 100 € uro (up to 2 people)

Naples station

For those who prefer to arrive at the Naples railway station, they can choose to take the train or use the SITA public line from via Marina to reach Salerno. Then continue with another bus to Minori (direction AMALFI) , Lthe second stop is a few meters from the Hotel.

THE bus of the published SITA line , cover the whole coast and the main municipalities, have a dense and continuous service except on Sundays where the races are reduced.

Or, upon your request, the hotel will arrange for you a private transfer directly from the station at a cost of approx 140 € uro.

Our reception is in any case at guests' disposal for any information relating to yours vacation on the Amalfi coast.

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TO Minors, in the heart of the Amalfi coast, less than a hundred meters from the beach and the sea, adjacent to the excavations of the Maritime Roman Villa, world heritage ofUNESCO, rises theHotel Santa Lucia, four star hotel.

A few kilometers from Amalfi, Positano And Ravello, and near the artistic, historical and natural beauties of province of Salerno, the charming town of Minors it is well connected by bus and ferry to all the towns of the divine coastal.

The Hotel is located in Minori in the heart of the Amalfi Coast, 4 km from Amalfi, 7 km from Ravello, 15 km from Positano.

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How is it possible to reach Minori and our hotel ...

Minors

The small town of Minors, nestled between Amalfi,Maiori And Ravello, offers its tourists art, culture and history: the Roman Maritime Villa, dating back to the Isec. A.D; there Basilica of Santa Trofimena Patroness of Minori,

Amalfi Coast

Overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, the Amalfi Coast is one of the 51 Italian sites inserted byUNESCO in World Heritage List.

Our reception is in any case at guests' disposal for any information relating to yours vacation on the Amalfi coast.

Lovers of nature walks can take advantage of the pleasant climate to visit the itineraries proposed by the local Pro Loco to appreciate every corner of the Amalfi coast, breathing pure air surrounded by the views of the divine coast.

Gran Turismo bus excursions are organized daily to places such as Archaeological excavations of Pompeii, Paestum And Naples Vesuvius; by motorboat or fast line, along the Amalfi coast And Sorrentina, you can reach Capri, Positano And Emerald Grotto (by ferry from Amalfi or from Minors).

To find out about the latest events scheduled on the Amalfi coast, or even to consult the latest news to visit all the places on the coast starting from Minori, we recommend visiting the Facebook page where we post any news and suggestions !.


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EVERY SUNDAY

EXCLUDING NATIONAL Holidays (1 MAY, 2 JUNE, 15 AUGUST)

TOUR DESCRIPTION:

Meet your local guide for the day and board the coach to depart for Pompeii, passing the beautiful towns along the Amalfi Road. When you arrive in Pompeii, you will have approximately 2 hours of guided tour of the archaeological excavations of this commercial center which was buried by the eruption of Vesuvius. Discover the conditions and contexts of ancient life which ended abruptly in the night between 24 and 25 August 79 AD when 5 meters of lapilli and ash buried this city on the Campania coast. You will have free time for lunch before continuing to Herculaneum. When you reach Herculaneum, the other city buried by Vesuvius, you will have about 2 hours visit to the excavations. Unlike Pompeii, which was a thriving commercial center, Herculaneum was a quaint residential coastal town. On the return journey you will stop at the well-known cameo atelier. Please note this tour is not suitable for those with limited mobility as it involves a long day of walking around the excavation sites.

STARTING POINTS

Minori - Via Roma (at the fountain in the parking area)

Departure : 8.15 am Return: 2.00 pm

IMPORTANT INFORMATION / VOUCHER INSTRUCTIONS:
Please wait at the meeting point 5 minutes before the scheduled time.
We recommend that you bring with you on an excursion:
- Low shoes suitable for walking;
- Protective sunscreen, water, umbrella and / or raincoat;
- Camera or video camera;
- Cash for optional lunches, personal expenses and entrances (not included);
- Identity document to get free / discounted admission to state sites and museums

RATE: €140.00 per person

What's included:   Transportation for the whole day • Expert guide • Earphones • Skip-the-line tickets
Not included:  Lunch and personal expenses • Tips

Customers under 18 are entitled to free access to excavations and state museums upon presentation of a valid identity document.