{"id":11285,"date":"2024-10-07T10:37:51","date_gmt":"2024-10-07T08:37:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/?page_id=11285"},"modified":"2024-10-07T10:37:52","modified_gmt":"2024-10-07T08:37:52","slug":"aeolian-islands","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/destinations\/aeolian-islands\/","title":{"rendered":"Aeolian Islands"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">&lt;&lt; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/atlas\/europe\/southern-europe\/italy\/insular-italy\/sicily\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Sicily<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Aeolian Islands are a volcanic archipelago located in the Tyrrhenian Sea northeast of Sicily, and are part of the Province of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/destinations\/messina\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Messina<\/a>. The archipelago includes seven major islands, including Lipari, the largest one, and the active volcanoes of Stromboli and Vulcano. The islands have been inhabited since prehistoric times, and have been ruled by several different civilizations. Now the archipelago is a very popular tourist destination, known for its natural environment, beautiful beaches, and clear waters. The entire archipelago is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div style=\"border: 1px solid #8ed1fc; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-a6a007b5-3b38-44a5-bf3e-04efe0519153\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-23c1b070-16c4-4915-b775-b78a47b74898\">Places to see in the Aeolian Islands<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-aioseo-table-of-contents\"><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#lipari\">\u272a Lipari<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#vulcano\">\u272a Vulcano<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#panarea\">\u272a Panarea<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#stromboli\">\u272a Stromboli<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#salina\">Salina<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#filicudi\">Filicudi<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#alicudi\">Alicudi<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lipari\"><strong>\u272a Lipari<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Lipari is the largest and most populated of the Aeolian Islands, and it is located at the center of the archipelago. The main attraction of the island is the <strong>Lipari Castle<\/strong>, located on a rock formation on the sea in the largest town. While this area has been inhabited and fortified since ancient times, the modern castle was erected by the Normans around the 11th century, and later it was expanded. The castle now hosts the <strong>Aeolian Regional Archaeological Museum<\/strong> (<em>Museo Archeologico Regionale Eoliano<\/em>), which displays many ancient artworks and archaeological findings from the Aeolian Islands. Inside the fortified area of the castle are an archaeological area and various other structures, including some churches such as the <strong>Lipari Cathedral<\/strong> (<em>Duomo di Lipari<\/em>). This church, built in the Late Middle Ages and later reworked, features several Baroque decorations and artworks. The island of Lipari is also known for hosting several beautiful beaches along its coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Castello di Lipari, 98050 Lipari ME<br>Coordinates: 38.4673, 14.9572<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/QKQvmwGfcujmKSqN7\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_cf55aa17-403c-4794-8cc1-472146fd5761\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vulcano\"><strong>\u272a Vulcano<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Vulcano is a volcanic island located just south of Lipari in the Aeolian Islands. The island is famous for hosting a volcanic cone that, according to the Romans, was the home of Vulcan, the god of fire. Despite being still active, the volcano is the main attraction of the island, and excursions along the craters are possible. The island also has two smaller volcanic cones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Vulcano, 98055 Lipari ME<br>Coordinates: 38.4043, 14.9620<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/4TrQbFa9jkf9APjs6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/5rE6vR6JRvNVmKqz6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_ab07e15b-a006-4633-bea7-630e29c321b6\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"panarea\"><strong>\u272a Panarea<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Panarea is one of the Aeolian Islands, located northeast of Lipari. This is the smallest of the seven major islands, and it is known for being an exclusive and expensive destination, often visited by the rich and famous. Panarea has several beautiful beaches, but it also has the ruins of a prehistoric village. A set of smaller islets surround Panarea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: 98050 Panarea ME<br>Coordinates: 38.6365, 15.0639<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/4TrQbFa9jkf9APjs6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Nim4WWXriHLQVPPRA\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_6074e780-3b0f-4682-8a72-0be18ae36479\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stromboli\"><strong>\u272a Stromboli<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Stromboli is one of the Aeolian Islands, located at the northeastern end of the archipelago. The island is famous for its large volcano, which is constantly active and often erupts. The volcano is also the main attraction of the island, and it is possible to hike to its peak. Another famous attraction is the <strong>Sciara del Fuoco<\/strong>, a depression located along the northwestern flank of the volcano, which was formed from a partial collapse of the mountain around 5,000 years ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: 98050 Stromboli ME<br>Coordinates: 38.7925, 15.2148<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/4TrQbFa9jkf9APjs6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/EK6fvWuu5AG71BWz9\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_f3872808-51d5-4df0-81f0-8a5bffa5ddbe\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"salina\"><strong>Salina<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Salina is the second largest of the Aeolian Islands, located northwest of Lipari and divided into three municipalities: Santa Marina Salina, Malfa, and Leni. The island is known for having lush forests and a gorgeous environment. Salina is made of extinct volcanoes, such as the highest peak of the island, <strong>Monte Fossa delle Felci<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: 98050 Santa Marina Salina ME<br>Coordinates: 38.5646, 14.8378<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/4TrQbFa9jkf9APjs6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/V8StMF39Su3w1Heh6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_504502f0-28fa-45b0-b042-0680a74c886c\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"filicudi\"><strong>Filicudi<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Filicudi is one of the Aeolian Islands, located west of Salina. Less developed then the most famous islands of the archipelago, Filicudi features a beautiful environment, with a rugged coastline and clear waters. Filicudi also features the ruins of prehistoric settlements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: 98050 Filicudi ME<br>Coordinates: 38.5716, 14.5645<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/4TrQbFa9jkf9APjs6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/1pWsny4FbtWxyg5x5\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_b30e999a-8469-43b2-bbb9-8864a3835867\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"alicudi\"><strong>Alicudi<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Alicudi is the westernmost and less populated of the Aeolian Islands. The island only has a few houses and minimal facilities, and features a rich flora and fauna. It is possible to hike around the island and enjoy the clear waters that surround it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: 98050 Alicudi Porto ME<br>Coordinates: 38.5435, 14.3517<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/4TrQbFa9jkf9APjs6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/pfNNLxHJXTDqQNnYA\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&lt;&lt; Sicily The Aeolian Islands are a volcanic archipelago located in the Tyrrhenian Sea northeast of Sicily, and are part of the Province of Messina. The archipelago includes seven major islands, including Lipari, the largest one, and the active volcanoes of Stromboli and Vulcano. The islands have been inhabited since prehistoric times, and have been ruled by several different civilizations. Now the archipelago is a very popular tourist destination, known for its natural environment, beautiful beaches, and clear waters. The entire archipelago is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. \u272a Lipari Lipari is the largest and most populated of the Aeolian Islands, and it is located at the center of the archipelago. The main attraction of the island is the Lipari Castle, located on a rock formation on the sea in the largest town. While this area has been inhabited and fortified since ancient times, the modern castle was erected by the Normans around the 11th century, and later it was expanded. The castle now hosts the Aeolian Regional Archaeological Museum (Museo Archeologico Regionale Eoliano), which displays many ancient artworks and archaeological findings from the Aeolian Islands. Inside the fortified area of the castle are an archaeological area and various other structures, including some churches such as the Lipari Cathedral (Duomo di Lipari). This church, built in the Late Middle Ages and later reworked, features several Baroque decorations and artworks. The island of Lipari is also known for hosting several beautiful beaches along its coast. Address: Castello di Lipari, 98050 Lipari MECoordinates: 38.4673, 14.9572 Google Maps \u272a Vulcano Vulcano is a volcanic island located just south of Lipari in the Aeolian Islands. The island is famous for hosting a volcanic cone that, according to the Romans, was the home of Vulcan, the god of fire. Despite being still active, the volcano is the main attraction of the island, and excursions along the craters are possible. The island also has two smaller volcanic cones. Address: Vulcano, 98055 Lipari MECoordinates: 38.4043, 14.9620 Google Maps \u272a Panarea Panarea is one of the Aeolian Islands, located northeast of Lipari. This is the smallest of the seven major islands, and it is known for being an exclusive and expensive destination, often visited by the rich and famous. Panarea has several beautiful beaches, but it also has the ruins of a prehistoric village. A set of smaller islets surround Panarea. Address: 98050 Panarea MECoordinates: 38.6365, 15.0639 Google Maps \u272a Stromboli Stromboli is one of the Aeolian Islands, located at the northeastern end of the archipelago. The island is famous for its large volcano, which is constantly active and often erupts. The volcano is also the main attraction of the island, and it is possible to hike to its peak. Another famous attraction is the Sciara del Fuoco, a depression located along the northwestern flank of the volcano, which was formed from a partial collapse of the mountain around 5,000 years ago. Address: 98050 Stromboli MECoordinates: 38.7925, 15.2148 Google Maps Salina Salina is the second largest of the Aeolian Islands, located northwest of Lipari and divided into three municipalities: Santa Marina Salina, Malfa, and Leni. The island is known for having lush forests and a gorgeous environment. Salina is made of extinct volcanoes, such as the highest peak of the island, Monte Fossa delle Felci. Address: 98050 Santa Marina Salina MECoordinates: 38.5646, 14.8378 Google Maps Filicudi Filicudi is one of the Aeolian Islands, located west of Salina. Less developed then the most famous islands of the archipelago, Filicudi features a beautiful environment, with a rugged coastline and clear waters. Filicudi also features the ruins of prehistoric settlements. Address: 98050 Filicudi MECoordinates: 38.5716, 14.5645 Google Maps Alicudi Alicudi is the westernmost and less populated of the Aeolian Islands. The island only has a few houses and minimal facilities, and features a rich flora and fauna. It is possible to hike around the island and enjoy the clear waters that surround it. Address: 98050 Alicudi Porto MECoordinates: 38.5435, 14.3517 Google Maps<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":932,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_editorskit_title_hidden":false,"_editorskit_reading_time":0,"_editorskit_is_block_options_detached":false,"_editorskit_block_options_position":"{}","om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","advgb_blocks_editor_width":"","advgb_blocks_columns_visual_guide":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-11285","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"aioseo_notices":[],"featured_image_src":null,"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":false,"thumbnail":false,"medium":false,"medium_large":false,"large":false,"1536x1536":false,"2048x2048":false,"trp-custom-language-flag":false,"xs-thumb":false,"post-thumbnail":false,"minimalistblogger-grid":false,"minimalistblogger-slider":false,"minimalistblogger-small":false},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"Stefano Cammisa","author_link":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/author\/stefano-cammisa\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"&lt;&lt; Sicily The Aeolian Islands are a volcanic archipelago located in the Tyrrhenian Sea northeast of Sicily, and are part of the Province of Messina. The archipelago includes seven major islands, including Lipari, the largest one, and the active volcanoes of Stromboli and Vulcano. The islands have been inhabited since prehistoric times, and have been&hellip;","coauthors":[],"author_meta":{"author_link":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/author\/stefano-cammisa\/","display_name":"Stefano Cammisa"},"relative_dates":{"created":"Posted 2 years ago","modified":"Updated 2 years ago"},"absolute_dates":{"created":"Posted on October 7, 2024","modified":"Updated on October 7, 2024"},"absolute_dates_time":{"created":"Posted on October 7, 2024 10:37 am","modified":"Updated on October 7, 2024 10:37 am"},"featured_img_caption":"","featured_img":false,"series_order":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/11285","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11285"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/11285\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11917,"href":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/11285\/revisions\/11917"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/932"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11285"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}