Insights, stories, and curiosities about the Grecanic Area, one of the most fascinating and authentic parts of Calabria.On the Ionian coast of southern Calabria, not far from Melito di Porto Salvo and kissed by the sea breeze, lies Roghudi Nuovo, the administrative and living heart of the municipality of Roghudi. This modern town was founded between the 1970s and 1988 to house the population of Roghudi Vecchio, who had been forced to abandon their ancestral village due to landslides and floods.
In the heart of Aspromonte, nestled among the wild gorges of the Amendolea river, lies Roghudi Vecchio, an abandoned village that still lives on through its ancient history, evocative legends, and the rugged beauty of the Calabrian landscape. Visiting Roghudi Vecchio means taking a journey through time, to a place where silence still speaks.
Bagaladi is a small village located in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, about 450 meters above sea level, at the foot of Mount Sant’Angelo. It is known as one of the gateways to the Aspromonte National Park.
Bova is an ancient village located in the southern part of the Aspromonte, at about 900 meters above sea level. It is recognized as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in Italy" and is part of the Hellenophone area of Calabria, also known as Bovesia.
Bova Marina is a municipality located along the Ionian coast of Calabria, within the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria. Founded in the 19th century, the town developed thanks to the initiative of Bishop Dalmazio D'Andrea, who purchased land from the state and distributed it to farmers coming from nearby mountain areas. In 1908, Bova Marina gained administrative autonomy.
Brancaleone is a municipality located along the Ionian coast of Calabria, in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria. The town stretches for over 10 km from Capo Spartivento to Marinella di Bruzzano and is known for its sandy beaches and clear sea. In the past, Brancaleone was known as the "city of jasmines" due to the intensive cultivation of this plant, whose essence was used in perfumery and pharmacy. Today, the town is also called the "city of turtles" for hosting a rescue center for sea turtles.
Cardeto is a municipality located in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, in Calabria, at an altitude of about 750 meters. The village is situated on the right bank of the Sant'Agata stream and has a characteristic terraced layout. The name "Cardeto" may derive either from the thistle plant (cardo) or from the Roman cardo, one of the two main streets in Roman cities.
Condofuri is a municipality located in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, in Calabria. The municipal territory includes several hamlets, including Gallicianò, Amendolea, San Carlo, and Condofuri Marina.
Melito di Porto Salvo is a municipality located in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, in Calabria. It is the southernmost municipality of the Italian peninsula and overlooks the Ionian Sea along the Riviera dei Gelsomini. An important agricultural and commercial center, it has experienced significant demographic growth in recent decades, also due to the abandonment of the inland areas above it.
Montebello Jonico is a municipality located in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, in Calabria. The municipal territory includes several hamlets, including Fossato Jonico, Masella, and Saline Joniche.
Motta San Giovanni is a municipality located in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, in Calabria. The municipal territory includes several hamlets, among which Lazzaro.
Palizzi is a municipality located in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, in Calabria. The municipal territory includes the hamlets of Palizzi Superiore, Palizzi Marina, Pietrapennata, and Spropoli.
Roccaforte del Greco is a municipality located in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, in Calabria. The municipal territory includes the hamlet of Ghorio di Roccaforte.
Samo is a municipality located in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, in the region of Calabria.
San Lorenzo is a municipality located in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, in the region of Calabria. The municipal territory includes the hamlets of Chorio, San Pantaleone, and San Lorenzo Marina.
Staiti is a municipality located in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, in the region of Calabria.
