Sicily Island
Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, consisting of several islands and archipelagos. Sicily is located right at the toe of Italy's boot, surrounded by three seas, mountains, perfect beaches, national parks, ancient villages with rich history, and the highest volcano in Europe, Mount Etna. Sicily is also blessed with longer summers than winters, and summers are hotter than most other cities in Italy, spring is warm and early. The people of Sicily have a very unique culture and language, very different from the Italian people in general.
Sardinia Island
Sardinia has many of the most beautiful dream beaches in the world with long beaches, white sand, blue sea, and many wildflowers blooming together in the sun and wind. As the second largest island in the Mediterranean, with nearly 2,000 km of coastline, you can stroll along the sandy beaches, coastal roads, hike through the island's mountains, surf and dive. This is a charming and pristine island, with unique local dishes and great wine. Most notably, Sardinia is always referred to as the "Island of Longevity". Along with Japan's Okinawa Island, Sardinia is home to the largest concentration of "centenarians" in the world. The average rate of people over 100 years old here is 3 times higher than the average rate in Western Europe.
Ischia Island, Bay of Naples
Located in the Bay of Naples, about 30 km from Naples, Ischia is a volcanic island famous for its hot springs. Ischia is charming, naturally beautiful, attracting many European and Asian tourists with its clear turquoise sea water, beautiful gardens and spa activities, natural hot springs good for treatment and relaxation.
Capri Island, Bay of Naples
Capri is also located in the Bay of Naples, known as the most charming island of Italy, and is a popular choice for stars and the rich. Since ancient Roman times, Capri Island has been famous as a place for the aristocracy to go on vacation. Capri has been a familiar tourist destination for Italians for a long time. From around 1950 onwards, Capri was dubbed the "honeymoon island" because more and more international citizens came to this place to spend the sweetest and most romantic honeymoon days for couples.
Elba Island – Tuscan Archipelago
The largest of the Tuscan islands, Elba is also part of the National Park. Local legend says that when the goddess Venus emerged from the waves, seven gems from her crown fell, creating seven islands off the Tuscan coast. Elba is best known as the island where French Emperor Napoleon was exiled in 1814.
Procida Island
Of the three famous islands in the Bay of Naples, Procida is the smallest and least populated. It is famous for its old harbor, pastel-colored houses, and fairytale beaches. This charming island has attracted many poets and has been the setting for several films, including The Talented, Mr. Ripley, and Il Postino.
Venetian Lagoon
Venice, called Venezia in Italian, is located in the northeast of Italy, and includes a part of the city that is located on the mainland. The other part consists of many islands located close together on a large saltwater lake, nearly 600 square kilometers, which flows into the Adriatic Sea. It is difficult to explain the grandeur, beauty and charm of Venice with its 100 small islands, traffic-free streets, endless beautiful canals and marble and gold palaces with precious works of art. The Venetian canals and the outlying islands, especially Murano, Burano and Torcello, are among the most unique destinations in Europe.
Aeolian Islands
The Aeolian Islands in Sicily, Italy, were created and destroyed by volcanic activity over thousands of years. This place is said to be the meeting place between heaven and hell due to the impact of volcanic activity. The Aeolian Islands include the islands of Vulcano, Lipari, Salina, Panarea, Stromboli, Filicudi and Alicudi. Each island in this archipelago is an incredibly beautiful natural landscape. In particular, Stromboli is considered the most beautiful island and has an active volcano that erupts lava about every 15 minutes.
Lampedusa Island
Lampedusa is home to one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Rabbit Beach. The unique heart-shaped beach is located on a small island on the south coast of Lampedusa. The island is great for swimming and diving. A popular diving spot is around the submerged statue of Madonna del Mare where divers can encounter octopus, grouper and sargo.
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