Tour of the Grecanica area from Reggio Calabria: Bova and Pentedattilo

Discover the Grecanic soul of Aspromonte by visiting Bova, the capital of the Greeks of Calabria, and the fascinating ghost village of Pentedattilo, clinging to a rock shaped like five fingers.
This itinerary departs from Reggio Calabria and explores two of the most evocative and representative villages of the so-called "Grecanica Area," located at the southern end of the Aspromonte National Park and also including the Costa dei Gelsomini. Bova, included in the network of 'Most Beautiful Villages in Italy', is known as the 'Capital of the Greeks of Calabria' due to its ancient origins. A guided visit through the narrow streets will allow you to learn about its history and admire the Cathedral of Santa Maria dell'Isodia, until you reach the fortress with the remains of the Norman Castle, from which you can enjoy a wide panoramic view stretching from the Ionian coast to the surrounding mountains. Walking through the village, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the importance of the Grecanic language, heir to ancient Greek.
In Bova, you can taste "lestopitta," a typical unleavened bread that accompanies dishes based on cheese, cold cuts, and seasonal vegetables. Often referred to as 'the green gold of Calabria', bergamot is prized for its essential oil, a basic ingredient in international haute perfumery, but it also plays a leading role in local gastronomy thanks to its unmistakable fresh and aromatic taste. During the tasting, you can sample typical bergamot-based products such as sweets, liqueurs, and jams.
Continuing on the route, near Melito Porto Salvo, you can admire the imposing profile of the rocks shaped like a hand reaching towards the sky, which form the backdrop to the village of Pentedattilo, whose name means 'five fingers'.
Considered one of the most unique and fascinating places in Calabria, Pentedattilo is defined as a 'ghost village' because it has been uninhabited for some time, but it is capable of evoking unique emotions in visitors. Its narrow alleys, stone houses, and the ruins of the castle and churches tell stories of centuries past. Particularly poignant is the story of the tragic Alberti massacre, a 17th-century tale of revenge and bloodshed that has haunted the village ever since.
Today, the village is undergoing an important process of preservation and enhancement: some of the houses have been restored to house craft shops and a small museum of rural life. Don't miss the spectacle of the fortress at sunset, when its walls are tinged with red and lit up with a thousand shades, offering unforgettable images. After visiting Pentedattilo, the drop-off is made to Reggio Calabria.

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