Italy: Route through the Calabria Region, tailor-made by car

At the toe of the boot, i. e. the southernmost tip of Italy, and lapped by the splendid waters of the Ionian and Tyrrhenian Seas, Calabria has so much to offer the visitor arriving with a restless spirit and a desire to soak up oodles of history. A mild climate guarantees unforgettable days driving through stunning landscapes featuring mountains, cliffs, fine white sand and crystal-clear waters. A tour through one of Italy's most authentic regions, brimming with historical buildings from different periods, such as Roman, Norman, Byzantine or Baroque. Its dazzling Mediterranean beaches are a haven for relaxation and its surroundings are a melting pot of cultures which, together with the natural scenery and the picturesque Ionic ruins and Roman mosaics, make this area ideal both in the winter and in the summer. Crotone, one of the must-sees on this itinerary, is where the philosopher Pythagoras founded several religious communities and Hannibal was received in the Second Punic War. What's more, the most typical Italian cuisine originated in this area. Pasta lovers are in luck. Lamezia Terme is the birthplace of one of the most traditional pasta recipes, which would later make its way to the rest of Italy and across the whole world. Don't leave town without trying it!