Colors of Sorrento - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

Sorrento is the city with an amazingly beautiful scenery and harmonious atmosphere. It never ceases to attract artists and fans of rest in beautiful places. During leisure travelers will find a lot of surprises, because in addition to the flawless appearance a popular resort features its incomparable flavor. The main symbol of the city is a lemon. Local fruits differ much from those to which people in other countries are accustomed. Lemons are very big and incredibly tasty, and many travelers buy them as gifts for loved ones. Lemon trees can be seen literally everywhere in the city, they exude a pleasant aroma.

With the name of the town some beautiful legends are associated. According to one of them, first settlers of this area were Phoenicians; they gave the city its name. It is believed that it was formed from the word ‘sireon,’ which means ‘the land of Sirens.’ First inhabitants of the city believed that mermaids, or sirens, have lived in these places. Their divine songs have attracted sailors to the island; subsequently they couldn’t keep themselves from staying in that picturesque area. That is the legend described by Homer in his Odyssey.

Sorrento is famous for its wine-making traditions. Local wineries produce liquors and wines following ancient traditions. Common souvenir for tourists is Limoncello liquor produced from local fragrant lemons. A true national drink is Lacrima Christi wine; the symbol of Sorrento also has its own unique story. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

According to the legend, God was so upset with evil-minded people that uttered a tear. It fell at the foot of the volcano and soon a vine sprouted near Vesuvius. Today, tourists are invited to stroll through the legendary vineyards and appreciate impeccable taste of local wine with a beautiful name. The old factory Capo di Monti, which produces interesting porcelain, also operates in Sorrento. You can buy it in specialty stores or directly at the factory; you would be fond of figures of exquisite beauty and quality. Talking about cultural traditions of the city, it’s certainly worth to mention Musical Summer in Sorrento. It takes place every year and always attracts a large number of foreign guests.