The Costiera Amalfitana covers 11,231 hectares, a large area that encompasses 15 municipalities, agricultural lands and three natural reserves. Criterion (ii): The Costiera Amalfitana is an outstanding cultural landscape with exceptional cultural and natural scenic values resulting from its dramatic topography and historical evolution. IntegrityThe extended area of the Costiera Amalfitana contains all fundamental and necessary components to express its Outstanding Universal Value. Protection and management requirementsThe Costiera Amalfitana has been safeguarded by Italian law for many years and protection exists at the national, regional and local levels. The Management Plan of Costiera Amalfitana is designed to assist in the coherent implementation of territorial policies that preserve heritage value for the property.