Amalfi, Costiera Amalfitana Italy

A few snap shots of 'Hotel Luna Convento' where we are staying while here in Amalfi.

It was established in 1222 by St Francis of Asisi as a convent.  The cloister with the well, where the fish and turtles live is part of the original building.

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