routes through Italy

Ciao, I have been staying with friends in a small town in Calabria called Cropalati for one month. I am ready to set off on a bike adventure only I don't really know where I want to go or what routes to take! I figure for the heat I should head north and into the mountain, but beach is good too. I like to visit nation park, I think Sila will be my first stop. Any suggestions about places that are special to you or great quite roads, roads to avoid, any tips you got, I would greatly appreciate your help and maybe my wheels will take me to your home someday in the near future.
Grazie!
Il vento mi portal
Maxwell