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Written by (Massimiliano D'Uva), Monday, September 29, 2025 7:16:58 AM
There is a special magic along the Amalfi Coast in autumn, when the golden days of summer give way to a quieter, more contemplative season. At dawn, the small town of Atrani awakens slowly, bathed in a palette of colors that shift from deep violet to fiery orange, before softening into the pale blue of morning.
Through the lens of Giovanni Proto, the timeless beauty of this hidden gem is unveiled. His photographs capture Atrani as it leans gracefully against the cliffs, its pastel façades glowing under the first rays of sunlight. The Collegiata di Santa Maria Maddalena, with its distinctive tiled dome and soaring bell tower, rises proudly above the town, a landmark that has watched over generations of fishermen and travelers.
The sea, almost motionless, reflects the drama of the sky, while a few boats rest silently offshore. From certain angles, framed by the rugged rocks, the view takes on a cinematic quality: a natural window opening onto one of the most enchanting landscapes in the world.
Autumn is perhaps the perfect season to experience this spectacle. The air is crisp, the beaches are quiet, and the Coast reveals itself to those who seek not only beauty, but intimacy. A sunrise in Atrani is more than a moment—it is an invitation to pause, breathe, and let the rhythm of nature dictate the day.
Here, between the mountains and the sea, time seems to slow, leaving behind a memory painted in the colors of dawn.
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