The Grotta dello Smeraldo, the Emerald Grotto, is the most popular tourist attraction in the Marini region. In 1956, Emerald created an underwater nativity scene out of handcrafted pottery, partially filled with seawater. The scene shows the birth of Jesus. Since then, divers have made it a habit to visit the Sagrada Familia in Bethlehem at Christmas.

The Santa Rosa Convent sits on a rocky outcrop overlooking Conca dei Marini. The original recipe for sfogliatella is believed to have been developed by nuns living in a Naples convent in the 17th century. This classic dessert originated in Naples and is now known all over the world. Every year on August 30, the residents of Conca dei Marini gather at the annual Festa della St Rosa to celebrate the arrival of this delicious meal.

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The small fishing village of Minori is about 3.5 kilometers east of Amalfi (or a 45-minute walk from Ravello). You won't be shocked to see wooden fishing boats anchored along the coast, surrounded by parasols and sunbathers, as Minori is considered a more laid-back fishing village than the wealthy coastal towns of Positano and Amalfi.

The village of Minori is known as the "City of Gastronomy", which makes it particularly attractive for food lovers. Minori's scialatielli custom dates back to the Middle Ages and can be found on the menus of many restaurants in the city. Consisting of thick ribbons of fresh pasta, this dish is Minori's claim to fame. Minori's reputation as a gastronomic center is largely due to the annual food festival GustaMinori.

The large lemons that made Minori famous are picked from terraces of lemon trees. A historic trail, the aptly named 'Lemon Trail', connects each forest and Minori to the nearby town of Maiori. The trail can be walked in under an hour, and its four hundred steps offer a great opportunity to burn some noodles that you're sure to devour as you walk through them.

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