Villa Cimbrone
Villa Cimbrone is a historic building in Ravello on the Amalfi Coast that sits high on a rocky headland overlooking the sea. It combines Gothic, Moorish, and Venetian architectural styles with expansive gardens featuring flower beds, statues, and classical temples.
The building dates to the 11th century when it belonged to the Accongiogioco family and was later acquired by the Fusco family. In 1904, Ernest William Beckett purchased the property and had it extensively restored and enlarged by Nicola Mansi from Ravello.
The name Villa Cimbrone comes from the rocky headland Cimbronium where it stands. The gardens display classical statues, small temples, and flower-lined paths that invite visitors to pause and observe the carefully arranged details.
The gardens and terraces are open to the public for a small fee and can be explored on foot. Wear sturdy shoes since the paths are uneven and the location sits on a steep hillside.
Ernest William Beckett, the property owner, was buried in the gardens near the Temple of Bacchus in 1917. The villa later inspired the 1953 film Beat the Devil, featuring scenes of the terrace and seascape.
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