Maiori, Italy

Maiori, Italy

Maiori Italy

The origins of the town are unclear, though it was likely founded by the Etruscans. It was conquered by the Romans in the 3rd century BC, and was called town was Rheginna Maior, in contrast to the neighbouring town, Minori, Rheginna Minor. All places along the coast were formed by alternating conquerors - such as the Etruscans or the Romans. Between 830 and 840, the towns of the coast between Lettere and Tramonti and Cetara and Positano, including the island of Capri, united to form a confederation of states later known as the Duchy of Amalfi. Each city retained its own name and administrative autonomy, but had a specific role in this federation. Maiori was the seat of the duchy's admiralty, the customs, the salt market and several arsenals.
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Recommended airport
Salerno Pontecagnano Airport (QSR)
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Nearby destinations
  • Naples a 38.62 km
  • Sorrento a 22.57 km
  • Capri Island a 37.03 km
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