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TRAVEL · June 2, 2013

Belvedere Principessa di Piemonte in Ravello

An alluring garden entrance in Ravello

The Amalfi Coast is made of twists and turns with hidden away staircases, unexpected vistas out to the sea and beautiful spots to discover. If you’re the sort of traveler who likes to wander and explore, this is the place for you! Ravello has two famous villas with gardens you can visit—the Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone—but there are many other lovely spots to discover if you head out to explore the town. Strolling along Via San Giovanni del Toro just past the entrances to the luxe Hotel Caruso and the Palazzo Avino you will spot an arched stone entrance dripping with vines. Peek through the arch to catch just a glimpse of the view and it’s impossible not to walk in to explore the little Belvedere Principessa di Piemonte.

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The Belvedere Principessa di Piemonte in Ravello

The small grassy garden is shaded with beautiful trees and planted with seasonal flowers. This is a very popular spot for weddings in Ravello since the city hall is just a short stroll away. There are some very well placed benches where you can sit and relax while enjoying the view. “Belvedere” means “beautiful view” – and that’s most definitely what you’ll find here!

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View from the Belvedere Principessa di Piemonte in Ravello

The view overlooks the Amalfi Coast with the picturesque village of Torello below and Minori and Maiori in the distance. The views here are very similar to what you would enjoy from the five star hotels nearby, but for free! In many scenic spots along the Amalfi Coast you’ll find signs that indicate where famous movies were filmed. There’s a sign at the Belvedere Principessa di Piemonte about the 1953 movie Beat the Devil with Humphrey Bogart and the beautiful Gina Lollobrigida.

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Movies filmed on the Amalfi Coast

The Belvedere Principessa di Piemonte takes its name from a real princess – Marie José of Belgium (1906-2001) who married Prince Umberto, the crown prince of the House of Savoy. Her title after marriage was the Princess of Piedmont, or Principessa di Piemonte in Italian. She became the last Queen of Italy in 1946, and her short 35-day role as Queen consort from May 9th to June 12th earned her the name “The May Queen.” In the 1930s, when what is today called the Ravello Festival was just getting started, the Prince and Princess of Piedmont attended one of the concerts in Ravello, and this belvedere was renamed Belvedere Principessa di Piemonte in honor of the princess.

A view fit for a princess!

Next time you’re in Ravello, take a stroll up to the top of town to enjoy the beautiful views and peaceful garden at the Belvedere Principessa di Piemonte. (Tiaras not required …)


Posted In: TRAVEL · Tagged: Amalfi Coast, Costiera Amalfitana, Ravello

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Comments

  1. anne says

    June 2, 2013 at 23:31

    An amazing post Laura ..definitely on my to see list . There are so many places on the list ,, oh what to see first .. Love the photo of the trees 🙂

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    • Laura says

      June 3, 2013 at 17:33

      Thanks, Anne! There are so so so many places to see. But that’s a great thing, too! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Sandra says

    June 3, 2013 at 01:28

    Beautiful pictures…they just draw me into the calm peacefulness. Must go there next visit..Thanks for sharing and for the history lesson!

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    • Laura says

      June 3, 2013 at 17:34

      Will definitely take you to this beautiful belvedere the next time you’re here, mom!

      Reply
  3. Maya says

    June 5, 2013 at 17:58

    Thank you, Laura!
    I am going to Amalfi – again! – this summer. Will drop by this lovely spot – thanks a lot for pointing it out. My husband and I are in love with Amalfi and environs ever since our first visit 4 years ago. Any tip to see more of the astonishing beauty of these parts are welcome! And yours is a delight!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 18, 2013 at 16:47

      Thank you for stopping by and for your comment, Maya. Wishing you a marvelous and beautiful time on the Amalfi Coast with your husband this summer! 🙂

      Reply

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