Gaeta is a small, sleepy fishing village on the western coast of Italy. It is a hidden treasure for anyone who is enamored with anything Italian. In this guide book you will learn the history of the village by way of detailed tours that will lead you through the most beautiful spots imaginable. Many Italians know Gaeta not only for its historical importance, but for its culture, cuisine and seaside attractions. Anyone who visits this wonderful town with its pleasant and accommodating people will find that sometimes going "off the beaten path" is truly a more remarkable way to discover what Italy has to offer. Don't miss this spectacular guide to the beautiful Gaeta.
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Nicola Jr. Tarallo. Gaeta, Italy: The Ultimate Travel Destination
FOREWORD
INTRODUCTION
VISITORS’ MEMORIES
GETTING HERE
BY TRAIN
BY CAR
MILEAGE FROM GAETA
PARKING
GAETA: THE ULTIMATE TRAVEL DESTINATION
A BRIEF HISTORY
HISTORIC DISTRICTS
ROUTE 1 - THE DISTRICT OF PORTO SALVO
ROUTE 2 - THE DISTRICT OF S. ERASMO
ROUTE 3 - THE DISTRICT OF S. ERASMO, MEDIEVAL QUARTER
MONTE ORLANDO
ROUTE 4 – SANCTUARY OF THE HOLY TRINITY (THE SPLIT MOUNTAIN)
ROUTE 5 – REGIONAL CITY PARK OF MONTE ORLANDO
5A: PATH FROM VIA MUNAZIO PLANCO
5B: PATH FROM THE SANCTUARY OF THE HOLY TRINITY
5C: PATH OF VIA MARIA AUSILIATRICE
BEACHES
FESTIVALS, CELEBRATIONS AND TRADITIONS
FEAST OF THE PATRON SAINTS
FEAST DAY OF THE MADONNA DI PORTO SALVO
FEAST OF THE SAINTS COSMAS AND DAMIAN
GLIU SCIUSCE
LE VIE DI GAETA
WEEKLY MARKET
PICTURES
FOOD & LODGING
INDEX
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I was in the Navy Reserves in 2001 and after 9/11 I was recalled to Gaeta, Italy. I have never been to a country that was so beautiful, historic, friendly ... and oh yes had such amazing FOOD!!!
One day as I was walking from my boarding house up the hill to where I was stationed, a young man began jogging beside me. As he began speaking in flawless English (even though he was Italian), I found out that this was Nicola. We became fast friends. He showed me his hometown of Gaeta which included walking up Montagna Spaccata (Split Mountain) where locals say that the mountain was split into three the moment Christ died. We went to the Grotto of the Turk deep in the mountain and it still gives me chills thinking of it today.
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Gaeta is a hidden treasure. You would rarely just stumble upon it since it is a little off the beaten path. It is just an hour from Naples, but you probably won't find it in the tour books. The locals know that it is a wonderful place to get away from the bustle and noise of the big cities (Tourists love to know where the locals go). It is such a beautiful city with the mountains on one side and the beach on the other. There are spectacular views from every direction. The beautiful beach will make you think you are in paradise. It attracts all kinds of people so you don't have to be self -conscious about how you look in your swimsuit. The people are happy and friendly. You can watch the fishermen sail up in the afternoon and take their fresh "catch" to the market. You can see some amazing fish. There are restaurants and traditional Italian food, but you can also get a slice of watermelon from a local street vendor and sit on the curb in the sun while it drips down your chin. Wednesday brings an exciting market to town with travelling merchants selling everything from clothes to make up. The story about the crack in the rock originating at the death of Christ is fascinating. Seeing the city from the water is also a treat on the small boats that round the big rock and sail to the beach.
