The Tremiti Islands, also known as “The Pearls of the Adriatic”, are located 12 miles off the Gargano, in the province of Foggia. Cays, coves, rocky shores, fauna and flora visible to the naked eye. The archipelago is formed by the islands of San Nicola, San Domino, Cretaccio, Caprara and Pianosa. These islands, beautiful for their scenic routes, attract numerous tourists from all over the world every year. What to see in these places? What should not be missed at all? If you are spoilt for choice and you don't know where to start your sightseeing trip, here is a guide on how to get around the islands.

Saint Nicholas is the historic center. Many consider it an open-air museum, because here every stone is a trace of an ancient past. San Domino, on the other hand, is renowned for its lush woods. It was called by Benedictine monks 'Garden of Heaven'. Among the crystal clear waters the rock of the Elephant appears, named so for its peculiar shape.

Do not miss the Cave of Viole, the Bue Marino and the Rondinelle. Then there is Cretaccio: 3.5 hectares of clay and particular rocks. Ideal for hikers and mineralogy scholars. Not far away, just 20 meters away, is Caprara (or Capraia). The island, whose name comes from caper plants, is uninhabited. The lighthouse with the characteristic natural arch is admirable. Finally, there is the island of Pianosa, almost completely covered by water, due to its height of only 15 meters. If you are in the archipelago you cannot miss the marine nature reserve, divided into three zones. Areas A and B are totally inaccessible, so both fishing and damage to the rocks are prohibited. However, it is possible, with the permission of the Port Authority, to bathe.

In the third zone, on the other hand, sport fishing is allowed.