Catanzaro was at one time the lace capital of the world with a large silkworm breeding, it produced all the laces and linens used in the Vatican. The old town was built over three hills (St. Trifone or St. Rocco Hill; Episcopate's Hill; St. Giovanni Hill). The beach town Catanzaro Lido is a small town located about 5 kilometers south. It has a large board walk, and a harbor for small fishing and pleasure boats.

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