Things to do in Leni Italy – what to see attractions and activities

It is the highest mountain in the archipelago with its 982 meters of height. Nature walks on the mountain are at easy level On the top of the mountain you can enjoy views of breathtaking scenery.

Starting from the spectacular Bay of Polla we find a shoal. Among the towering cliffs of the bottom there are beautiful anemones and large colonies of yellow sponges and spectacular cliffs enriched by the ramifications of the yellow gorgonians

La Secca di Pollara has rocky walls rich in ravines, coves, caves and canyons. Precisely because of its shape it is the ideal environment for starfish, sea fans and numerous fish species such as moray rees, octopuses and grouper.

The wall that composes Secca del Capo descends almost vertically and creates a suggestive landscape that sinks into the dark waters of the sea. It requires a challenging dive even in optimal conditions.

Beautiful to see for its enchanting natural scenery is the dry of Punta Perciato, which develops in length parallel to the coast and consists of some big rocks from the morphology and extremely jagged walls. A great place recommended for divers and many diving enthusiasts.

The Terme di San Calogero are an ancient spa already known by the Greeks for their waters used for treatments. So They may be the oldest spas in the Mediterranean area. They are only open for sightseeing.

Year 2000, the eolian myth becomes reality.Unesco in fact fits the archipelago between the world's sites protected for their environmental and cultural features. The active volcanoes, indispensable stage in the travel world's most famous volcanologists, crystal-clear sea, uncontaminated nature, were decisive in the decision

By moving to the central part of Lipari, it is possible to walk along the road that leads to the top of Monte S. Angel. A strategic position to admire the whole walkway. Il Monte, of volcanic origin, portrays evidence of contact between the water and magma and belongs to the second volcanic period, a geological characteristic of the island.

The most important religious building on the island is the Cathedral of St. Bartholomew. Built in the sixteenth century is located in the central part of the island. Particularly noticeable are the interiors decorated with floral paintings.

By visiting the Lipari islands, you can explore Punta Castagna, which yields white powder from the pumice quarries. The seabed is completely white, fitted with channels, whose walls are lined with colorful flora. In the course of the immersion, you reach levels ever deeper, into the blue of the sea, not being able to see the bottom.

Enchanting and favored among the young people, it is considered one of Lipari''s most beautiful beaches, from its sand that is a strong white color thanks to the pumice that was extracted in the past. The sea is turquoise and mild temperatures make it one of the most crowded beaches of Lipari. It’s easy to arrive here by bus.

Valle Muria in Lipari is a truly splendid sandy beach where the shoreline is long and narrow closed by two rock promontories. From here the Island of Vulcano and the stacks of Pietra Lunga and Pietra Menalda are visible. To arrive here a boat leaves from Marina Corta.

The castle was built on a plateau that can be found on a cliff next to the sea, from archaeological research and studies of the conformation of the rock the area appears to have been inhabited for about 6000 years. This rock for the inhabitants has always represented a natural defense against attacks from the sea. The current structure was constructed in the course of the sixteenth century by Charles V as a result of a harsh attack on the city perpetrated by the Tunisian captain Kairedin Barbarossa who deported'' almost all the inhabitants.

Situated on the Acropolis in via del Castello, it exhibits a testimony of more than 5000 years of civilization of the island and of the archipelago it is one of the most interesting ever. One of the most important of the Mediterranean and presents in chronological order exhibition of funerary objects, vases, stones, tombstones stems and stone sarcophaguses, ceramics of various types and shapes, theater masks and statues.

The Normanno convent was created by the wish of King Ruggero II and also makes part of the monastery. The convent was restored in ‘78. The numerous columns from the Roman era render symbols of various animals. It is situated very close to the cathedral of San Bartolomeo.

The Church of San Giuseppe is 17th-century period. It is one of the oldest churches. It was built above a large structure. Some witnesses say that the crypt contains the relics of St. Bartholomew, patron saint of Lipari. The Church is located directly on the beach.

Steps away from the Municipal of Lipari are located the two bays of Marina Corta and Marina Lunga at their shoulders extends the city with its course. Famous for afternoon and evening strolls with a few small shops and restaurants along the way.

Among the most famous beaches of Vulcano is certainly one of the Black Sand beach is one of the most famous beaches of Vulcano,really unique and special because of the characteristic fine black sand of volcanic origin. In summer the beach is always very busy, even by VIPs and celebrities.

On the island of Vulcano it is possible to dive in the area of Capo Testa Grossa, which forms a vertical wall full of wonderful sponges. It has very jagged canals, caves and rocks.

The Cavallo Cave, also known as the Cave of the Hermit, is located on the Island of Vulcano and is one of the largest caves in all of Sicily. The cave has several entrances, some of which are underground, and its characteristics have allowed the formation of a rare mineral called 'Apatite Carbonate' which comes in the form of real stalactites.

The Scoglio Quaglietto area allows one of the most beautiful dives that the island of Vulcano can offer. It is possible among other things to immerse yourself in a cave where there is a statue representing Our Lady.