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The Amalfi Coast villages in southern Italy are built into dramatic coastal cliffs, necessitating extensive networks of staircases. Towns like Positano feature hundreds of stairs connecting the hillside to the beach, with shops, homes, and hotels built at various levels. In Positano alone, there are over 1,700 steps connecting different parts of the town. The stairs are integral to daily life and tourism, with visitors climbing stairs to reach hotels, restaurants, and viewpoints. The combination of Mediterranean architecture, coastal scenery, and atmospheric stairways has made the Amalfi Coast a UNESCO World Heritage Site and iconic Italian destination.
