'The Arsenal of Amalfi is an ancient building located in the heart of Amalfi in Campania, Italy. It was built during the heyday of the Republic of Amalfi, one of the most important maritime republics in the medieval Mediterranean.
The Arsenal served as a naval production center, where the ships of the Republic of Amalfi were built and repaired. It was also home to the republic's naval forces, which were responsible for defending the city and its commercial fleet. It was also used as a weapon warehouse and ammunition and a training center for the soldiers of the republic.
Today, the Arsenal of Amalfi has been transformed into a museum and hosts exhibitions on the naval history of the Republic of Amalfi and the marine life of the Mediterranean. It is also possible to visit the shipyard, where the shipbuilding techniques of the past are reproduced.
Today, the Arsenal of Amalfi is still standing and is home to several commercial businesses, including souvenir shops and restaurants. It is one of the most well-known tourist attractions of the city and an important symbol of the history and maritime tradition of Amalfi.
Largo Cesareo Console, 3 angolo Via Camera, 84011, Amalfi Italy
Arsenale di Amalfi - antico Arsenale della Repubblica Marinara