Step into Praia a Mare’s atmosphere with our live webcam of this gorgeous place! Praia a Mare is situated in the Calabria region of Italy and boasts beautiful landscapes as well as rich history.
The commune reveres Madonna della Grotta (Blessed Virgin Mary) as its patroness; annually, on August 15th, there is devotion to her.
Before, this town was known as Praia Delle Schiavoni and it used to be an important center for slave trade organized by Byzantine State in the 10th century AD.
From here begins so called Coast of Cedars where citron – rarest type of citrus fruit in nature grows up. Opposite Praia a Mare lies Dino Island.
One of the most famous attractions at this tourist area are grottoes. Among them, the most popular one is probably Madonna Della Grotta grotto which accommodates the ancient image of Madonna from 14th centenary. Then Vingiolo rock located not far from downtown also draws religious travelers because of its historical importance.