Bulgheria, Mountain summit in Cilento National Park, Italy.
Bulgheria is a mountain summit in Campania with an elevation around 1,225 meters, featuring limestone formations and Mediterranean vegetation across its slopes and ridges. The peak rises as an isolated formation with distinctive geological structures visible throughout the landscape.
The mountain took its name from Bulgarian settlers who established communities near its slopes before the year 500 in the area of Celle di Bulgheria. This early settlement left a lasting impact on the region's identity.
Local people call this summit the sleeping lioness because its shape resembles a lion resting with its head turned toward the east. This name reflects how the community sees the mountain and is shared by hikers who visit the area.
Hiking routes to the summit start from San Giovanni a Piro with varying difficulty levels depending on the trail chosen. Train stations at Policastro Bussentino and Celle di Bulgheria provide access to the surrounding area.
On clear days from the summit you can see across the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Gulf of Policastro, offering wide views of the surrounding waters and coastline. This vantage point helps visitors understand the geography of the area connecting sea and mountains.
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