Maiori, Coastal commune in Amalfi Coast, Italy
Maiori is a coastal town on the Amalfi Coast and stretches along the Tyrrhenian Sea with the longest uninterrupted beach in the region. Limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vegetation frame the settlement and shape its landscape.
The settlement emerged in ancient times under Roman rule and later became a key administrative center in the Duchy of Amalfi. This long connection to seafaring and trade shaped the town's development over centuries.
The Collegiate Church of Santa Maria a Mare shapes the town center with its distinctive majolica dome and reveals architectural elements from different periods. Visitors can experience the church and its adjacent square, which form the cultural heart of the place.
Visitors can travel by bus to neighboring coastal communities and take ferries to Capri during summer months. The long beach offers plenty of space, and various shops and restaurants are spread throughout the town center.
The town served as a filming location for several films by Italian director Roberto Rossellini, leading to the creation of an annual film festival. This celebration still draws film enthusiasts and culture-focused visitors today.
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