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Scilla – U Scigghiu in the Calabrian dialect – stands on a promontory overlooking the sea of the Costa Viola, in Calabria. The name is reminiscent of the sea monster of Greek mythology. The Greeks, Romans and then the Normans came here, leaving the Ruffo Castle on the rock overlooking the town.
Don't miss the Church of San Rocco, the town's patron saint, in the San Giorgio district, a picturesque corner of colourful little houses built close to the rocks. The Church of the Holy Spirit in Scilla Grande is the only building that survived the earthquakes of 1783 and 1908. The heart of Scilla is Chianalea, with narrow alleyways descending to the sea and boats moored along their sides.
Do you love nature? Visit the Tremusa Caves just outside the town, then relax on the white beach of Marina Grande. Not far away is the Punta Pacì cliff, a snorkelling paradise.
Not far from Scilla is the seaside village of Favazzina, known for the variety of verdello lemons grown here. Arrive at sunset to discover why this stretch of coastline is called the Costa Viola: it is the colour that the sea and the sky take on as the sun goes down.
89058 Scilla RC, Italy
