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Apica Village is the ideal starting point for exploring Calabria’s wonders.
In just a few minutes, you can go from the crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea to the majestic mountains of Sila Grande, over 1000 meters above sea level.
In just a few minutes, you can go from the crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea to the majestic mountains of Sila Grande, over 1000 meters above sea level.
What to See Near Mirto Crosia in Calabria
Discover what to see and do during your holiday in Calabria, in Mirto Crosia.
Highlights include Bocchigliero and the San Salvatore area, a protected natural site in the province of Cosenza.
Stroll among centuries-old pine trees, relive history, and let yourself be inspired by the surrounding nature. Do not miss out on this true forest therapy: a rejuvenating experience for mind and body, immersing you in the sounds and scents of the woods.
Outdoor excursions, trekking in streams, running, boat trips with fishing options, mountain hikes, and truffle hunting. This active tourism allows travelers to explore destinations actively and engagingly, often interacting with locals and nature. For travellers, it is an opportunity to explore a destination in an active and engaging way, often participating in various outdoor activities and interacting with the environment and locals. This type of tourism encourages people to immerse themselves in nature, physically challenge themselves and experience emotions.
Wrap up your day with a typical lunch under the pine trees or savor the local flavors at our restaurant: fresh bluefish, local cold cuts, and cheeses, like Calabrian sausage and Silano caciocavallo await you!
Explore other must-see attractions in the area below.
Highlights include Bocchigliero and the San Salvatore area, a protected natural site in the province of Cosenza.
Stroll among centuries-old pine trees, relive history, and let yourself be inspired by the surrounding nature. Do not miss out on this true forest therapy: a rejuvenating experience for mind and body, immersing you in the sounds and scents of the woods.
Outdoor excursions, trekking in streams, running, boat trips with fishing options, mountain hikes, and truffle hunting. This active tourism allows travelers to explore destinations actively and engagingly, often interacting with locals and nature. For travellers, it is an opportunity to explore a destination in an active and engaging way, often participating in various outdoor activities and interacting with the environment and locals. This type of tourism encourages people to immerse themselves in nature, physically challenge themselves and experience emotions.
Wrap up your day with a typical lunch under the pine trees or savor the local flavors at our restaurant: fresh bluefish, local cold cuts, and cheeses, like Calabrian sausage and Silano caciocavallo await you!
Explore other must-see attractions in the area below.
Odissea 2000: Unlimited Fun Just Steps from the Holiday Village
Just 10 minutes from our holiday village lies Odissea 2000, one of Italy’s largest water parks.
With over 70 hectares of attractions, it offers thrills for everyone: from Europe’s longest slide, the Titan Roller, to the adrenaline-pumping Skyron Rocket.
Younger visitors can have fun safely at the Isola di Galatea, while adults relax in the green spaces and restaurants.
With over 70 hectares of attractions, it offers thrills for everyone: from Europe’s longest slide, the Titan Roller, to the adrenaline-pumping Skyron Rocket.
Younger visitors can have fun safely at the Isola di Galatea, while adults relax in the green spaces and restaurants.
Explore Sila Grande: Nature and Adventure at Your Fingertips
Less than an hour from our holiday village, Sila Grande awaits you with its breathtaking landscapes and rejuvenating atmosphere. This plateau, with ancient forests and clean air, is a paradise for trekking and mountain biking enthusiasts.
Discover trails immersed in nature, cross forests of century-old pines, and be captivated by the local history. Pedal or walk through scenic paths, lakes, and clearings for a unique experience combining sport and relaxation!
Discover trails immersed in nature, cross forests of century-old pines, and be captivated by the local history. Pedal or walk through scenic paths, lakes, and clearings for a unique experience combining sport and relaxation!
Excursion to Bocchigliero in the Heart of the Sila National Park
San Salvatore is place rich in history, where nature tells centuries of work and traditions.
Here stood the timber mill and the kiln for producing black pitch, while the snow house of the Cariati county supplied white snow all the way to Naples.
The ancient trees still bear traces of the past, surrounded by an untouched forest offering pristine beauty. This green lung brings peace and mental well-being through forest therapy.
Guided tours are organized to explore the history, scents, and unique landscapes of this land.
Here stood the timber mill and the kiln for producing black pitch, while the snow house of the Cariati county supplied white snow all the way to Naples.
The ancient trees still bear traces of the past, surrounded by an untouched forest offering pristine beauty. This green lung brings peace and mental well-being through forest therapy.
Guided tours are organized to explore the history, scents, and unique landscapes of this land.
Historic Villages: A Journey Through Tradition and Authenticity
Just a few kilometers from our holiday village, explore historic villages that tell the authentic soul of Calabria. Crosia, with its medieval center, is a charm of alleys, ancient churches, and views embracing both sea and mountains.
Visit Bocchigliero, nestled in the Sila woods, renowned for its artisanal traditions and pitch harvesting. Or be fascinated by Corigliano-Rossano, where Byzantine history blends with coastal allure, featuring gems like the Patire Abbey and the Codex Purpureus.
Visit Bocchigliero, nestled in the Sila woods, renowned for its artisanal traditions and pitch harvesting. Or be fascinated by Corigliano-Rossano, where Byzantine history blends with coastal allure, featuring gems like the Patire Abbey and the Codex Purpureus.
Castles and Archaeological Areas
In Corigliano Calabro, be enchanted by the impressive medieval castle, one of Calabria’s most beautiful, which dominates the area and offers a unique view of the Sibari plain. Explore its majestic frescoed halls and discover the noble history contained within its walls.
For history enthusiasts, do not miss the Sibari archaeological site! Here, you can admire the ruins of the ancient Greek city of Sybaris, famous for its splendor and wealth. Discover remains of temples, theaters, baths, and houses that tell millennia of history, immersing yourself in the timeless charm of Magna Graecia.
For history enthusiasts, do not miss the Sibari archaeological site! Here, you can admire the ruins of the ancient Greek city of Sybaris, famous for its splendor and wealth. Discover remains of temples, theaters, baths, and houses that tell millennia of history, immersing yourself in the timeless charm of Magna Graecia.
THE CODEX PURPUREUS ROSSANO
The Codex Purpureus Rossanensis is a 6th-century Greek oncial manuscript.
It is preserved in the Diocesan and Codex Museum in Rossano Calabro, in the province of Cosenza.
It includes inside the texts of the Gospels of Matthew and Mark, and a series of miniatures that make it one of the oldest illuminated manuscripts of the New Testament preserved.
Its pages are reddish in color (purpureus in Latin).
Codex Rossanensis, toghether with the manuscripts Φ, N, and O, belongs to the group of oncial purpureus manuscripts.
In October 2015, it was recognized as a documentary heritage of humanity and included by UNESCO as one of the 47 new documents in the Memory of the World Register.
It is preserved in the Diocesan and Codex Museum in Rossano Calabro, in the province of Cosenza.
It includes inside the texts of the Gospels of Matthew and Mark, and a series of miniatures that make it one of the oldest illuminated manuscripts of the New Testament preserved.
Its pages are reddish in color (purpureus in Latin).
Codex Rossanensis, toghether with the manuscripts Φ, N, and O, belongs to the group of oncial purpureus manuscripts.
In October 2015, it was recognized as a documentary heritage of humanity and included by UNESCO as one of the 47 new documents in the Memory of the World Register.
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