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ISLANDS IN ITALY
An island can give a feeling of being far away from the usual surroundings. Italian islands are best to isolate yourself from the world and find the tranquility. There are numerous islands in Italy. Some of the best and popular are discussed below:-
Sicily - Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean. The island of Sicily is a well-liked travel destination for its volcano, mountains, beaches, history, and tradition.
Sardinia - Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean.
Find all what a tourist looks for, starting from exotic beaches and mountains, to captivating prehistoric and Roman archaeological sites in this island. This island looks prehistoric with many remains of Roman, Punic, and Nuragic civilizations. This beautiful island is mostly inhabited by shepherds who live in small huts. Most of these huts are older than 3000 years. Moving around the island, you can see herds of sheep grazing on green fields. The famous cheese - "Pecorino Sardo" is prepared here. No wonder why to happen to see so many sheep here.
Elba - Elba is the third largest island of Italy. Remains of ancient civilization, landscape, sea coast, mountains and woods can trick you into taking it for a backward place but it is equipped with all the modern technology and comforts. The Island environments vary from shady woods, to sweet cultivated fields, to barren lands where aloe and cactus reign. Find the best cache of best mushrooms, berries, flowers or chestnuts here. You can even learn about the world of wild animals. The fresh and clean air is worth an experience. Although any season can be equally enjoyed here but to sum up spring is best for enjoying Elba's wildflowers and the nesting season. Come in autumn to gather chestnuts, Porcini mushrooms, and enjoy the grape harvest.
Lipari - Lipari was formed due to seven volcanic eruptions; Lipari is also the name of the island's only real town. Lipari is an archipelago or a chain of islands. It's the administrative headquarters of the Aeolians. The town of Lipari sits on a plateau of red volcanic rock on the southeastern shore, framed by two beaches: Marina Lunga, which functions as the harbor, and Marina Corta. Duomo, the archaeological museum and two decaying baroque churches are the most sought after tourist attraction of this island.
Capri - Capri is a tiny island about 4 square miles, in the middle of the sea, on the southern tip of the Bay of Naples, in the Mediterranean. Two indentations of this place are: the Marina Grande on the north shore, and the open Marina Piccola on the south, used when the north wind is particularly strong. The centre of activity and the soul of Capri town is the Piazzetta, meaning "little square". This island is exotic but very expensive. Enjoy the scent of jasmine, citrus and pine all around this island. If you happen to see the likes of Tom Cruise and Naomi Campbell here, then don't be surprised because this island is frequently visited by rich and famous.
The Faraglioni beach, renowned for its beauty, is a 20 minutes' walk from Capri town, on the south coast of the island. Shop till you drop in Via Camerelle, Capri's most exclusive and fashionable shopping street.
Stromboli - Looking for some thrill? This is the right place since the volcano here is still active. The island has two settlements. Ginostra, on the southwestern shore, is little more than a cluster of summer homes. Stromboli, on the northeastern shore, is a collection of the villages of Piscita, San Vincenzo, and Ficogrande. Puffs of smoke can be seen during the day. At night along the Sciara del Fuoco (Slope of Fire), lava glows red-hot on its way down to meet the sea with a loud hiss.
Vulcano - Vulcano is the island closest to the Sicilian mainland. Dormant volcanoes including Vulcano Piano and Vulcanello exist on the island Ferries and hydrofoils stop here before going on to the other islands. When the wind blows in the right direction, the smell of island's prevalent sulfurous fumes can be felt. Vulcano della Fosse, draws the most attention since it is an active volcano. It hasn't erupted since 1890. One look at the rim of this blazing volcano can give you jitters.
Rich Italians from the mainland have erected fancy villas here as second homes. Vulcano's thermal baths, known for their curative powers draws visitors towards the island.
Capraia - This island of Italy is a part of the Tuscan Archipelago, off the northwest coast. It belongs to the Province of Livorno.
The island is full of aromatic herbs. The island is surrounded by a limpid sea. It show many evidences of its volcanic origin. The color composition of the rocks and the accumulation of the ashes accentuate the belief of its volcanic origin.
Capraia witnesses a mild climate all around the year. During spring, flowers are at their best bloom and lure the migratory birds to halt at this place. July and August are the peak season. People come in hordes during this time, so book your accommodations in advance.
Cala Rossa, which was earlier one of the craters of the volcano, is the bet to take a leisure walk. The biggest crater formed is now turned into a nice pond called il Laghetto or stagnone. This beautiful lake is the visiting place of migratory birds, which stop here during their fight to Africa. The admirable flowers of the Mediterranean maquis are what attract all these birds.