Tropea – Italy’s beachtown treasure

sund1951

It is not without reason that Italy is a tourist haven, 
If you missed a tourist spot, you could be forgiven, 
Numerous scenic eye-catching locales are so much fun, 
Its as if the country exists for more hearts to be won

 

The toe of Italy's boot-shaped peninsula in extreme south is the region of Calabria, 
Herein, perched above the Tyrrhenian Sea, is the pretty town of Tropea, 
Located on a reef, Tropea has all the trappings of a rocky balcony, 
That it is a most sought-after holiday destination, is not just baloney

 

Tropea is a mythical seaside resort, with stunning fantastic beaches aplenty, 
It's coastline, known as 'Coast of the Gods', appears to stretch to eternity, 
Between dramatic cliffs and golden sandy beaches & edged by translucent sea, 
The glittering water with gentle waves is picture-perfect as it can possibly be

 

With endless cobbled streets, Tropea is a puzzle of cafes, bars & piazzas; spectacular sunsets aside, 
Piazza Ercole is the central square most lively and vibrant with impressive buildings on all sides, 
Corso Vittorio Emmanuale is a long street teeming with tourists enjoying beer, coffee or gelato, 
People lazily wander up and down the road throughout the day, though with lack of gusto

 

The classic postcard shot of Tropea is the iconic Santa Maria dell'Isola monastery, 
Perched atop a cliff, the church with it's pristine façade is a classic example of imagery, 
Surrounded by beautiful gardens, the panoramic view of rugged coastline and beaches is breathtaking, 
Endless clicking of selfies and group photos with the sanctuary backdrop, is for memoirs in the making

 

The Historic Center of pedestrian-only narrow winding streets and lanes is a medieval maze, 
Old patrician houses and palazzi painted in pastel colors present a pleasant sight to gaze, 
Restaurants, pizzerias, cafes, gelaterie, artisan shops flanking the streets add to the local mileu, 
One senses adventurous excitement in the air when delving into history without much ado

 

Tropea is the only place in the world that produces red onions that are sweet, 
Attributed to the soil and climate, the delicate mild flavor makes it a delectable treat, 
Seeing them hanging at vegetable stands and stacked by the roadside makes it memorable, 
From salads to jarred marmalades, local restaurants prepare them in every way imaginable

 

Eating tartufo in Tropea is a must-have unique experience for the traveling hedonistic epicurean, 
Dual ice cream flavors molded around frozen fruit and coated with cocoa powder, make up the tasty union, 
Served in frozen solid form, rich melted chocolate spills from the center when you dive in with a spoon, 
A no-bake dessert recipe with numerous combinations of fruit and ice cream flavors, that makes one swoon

 

Vacations in Italy are never complete without the sweet tooth experience of the famed gelato, 
Gelatarias abound in Tropea dishing out a variety of flavors waiting to be savored on-the-go, 
Gelatos are frozen desserts of Italian origin that are sans eggs, having more milk and less cream, 
From chocolatey to fruity to nutty and everything in-between, every flavor is a scream

 

Tropea's dramatic cliffs provide a perfect backdrop for the gorgeous sunsets in the evening, 
Crowds make a beeline for the chic cafes on the town's edge to enjoy vantage viewing, 
The occasional purple hue of the sea on some days makes for a great visual treat, 
The sun setting over the Tyrrhenian vibrant red-orange fiery sky makes it impossible to retreat

 

Tropea's azure blue sea and white sand beaches are an ideal setting to relax the mind, 
Cliffs, coves, grottos and dramatic rock formations dot the long coastline, 
Visitors rent umbrellas, enjoy the sun and take a dip in the sparkling Caribbean-like water, 
Blissfully relaxing while soaking in nature's wonder, oblivious of trivialities that don't matter

 

Emotions engulf you when it comes to the end of the stay, 
You fervently wish that you could just stay for another day, 
But the thought of other travel adventures waiting to be explored, 
Makes you realize that there is seldom a moment to be bored

  • Author: sund1951 (Offline Offline)
  • Published: July 25th, 2021 14:54
  • Category: Nature
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  • Doggerel Dave

    Occasionally MPS receives advertorials for various products .....
    MPS stands for My POETIC Side Ie what is pinned here should at least pretend to be poetry....... and you have....but I remain sceptical....

    However, welcome to MPS and let's see what else you've got.

    • sund1951

      Only a guy with a twisted mind (and sense of humor will pass such a comment! I DO NOT see the need to convince anyone of my poetry skills. Skeptics should stay away from poetry!!

      • Doggerel Dave

        I admit to having a twisted mind, a sense of humour and I'm a Sceptic.

        I'm not going anywhere.

      • L. B. Mek

        'Eating tartufo in Tropea is a must-have unique experience
        for the traveling hedonistic epicurean,
        Dual ice cream flavors molded around frozen fruit
        and coated with cocoa powder, make up the tasty union'..
        this is a wonderfully descriptive travel journal
        written with so much poetic fluency
        of enticing imagery,
        a worthy additions to our wide variety of styles
        her at MPS;
        ignore the negativity, you just stay true to your own
        'Poetic Side'!
        nothing more is asked of any of us
        and although 'some' think highly of themselves
        we're all equal here, and mercifully
        not empowered, to dictate our preferences: on others!
        thanks for choosing to share
        made me look up so many Mediterranean destinations
        you've gifted me that zest for travel once more



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