Lonely Planet Southern Italy

“Southern Italy is the country at its most intense and most beautiful – a seductive blend of classical ruins, dramatic coastlines and culinary highs, shimmering in the golden Mediterranean sun.” – Cristian Bonetto, Lonely Planet Writer

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Inside This Book…

3 passionate authors

3 active volcanoes

12 World Heritage Sites

2922km of coastline

Inspirational photos

Clear, easy-to-use maps

Comprehensive planning tools

Feature coverage of top sights

Easy-to-read layout

In-depth background