The island of Ischia is a mountainous volcanic island located about 30 kilometers southwest of Naples, Italy, on the northern margin of the Tyrrhenian Sea's Gulf of Naples. Ischia is the biggest of the Phlegraean Islands Archipelago in the Gulf of Naples, with a total area of around 46.3 km2. The island is mostly made up of volcanic rocks, with Mount Epomeo, an extinct volcano, at its center. Mount Epomeo, at 788 meters above sea level, is Ischia's highest peak. Ischia has a Mediterranean climate, with moderate winters and hot, dry summers, thanks to its strategic location in the Gulf of Naples.
On this little Tyrrhenian island, there's a surprising amount to do. Combining a visit to one of the island's top beaches with some self-care at one of the island's natural spas is a great combination. Maronti Beach has a brilliant turquoise sea and is one of the island's longest at 3 kilometers. Views of the quaint fishing hamlet of Sant'Angelo, with its lovely pastel-painted buildings, may be seen from this vantage point, while the ancient Roman baths of Cavascura, Ischia's oldest thermal waters, are carved into a cliff somewhat inland from the shore. Hike up through the gorge until you hear the sound of hot springs trickling.The spa has a relaxing shower and sauna, as well as a 20-minute dip in a private Roman bath. To finish, treat yourself to a relaxing lymphatic drainage massage or mud treatment. Once you've recovered sufficiently, take a water taxi to Sant'Angelo's modest port and relax with a drink while admiring the views of the volcanic cliff it overlooks.
Campania is one of the regions of Southern Italy. Few corners of Europe can match Campania’s cultural heritage since it is home to a stunning selection of architectural sights from ancient Greek times to Christian Cathedrals. This is the area of ancient Pompeii. Campania is full of chariot grooves, frescoes, and heart-stirring sculptures.
The birthplace of the Roman Empire and Renaissance, Italy, showcases many of the world’s greatest artworks, architectural buildings and over the top gastronomical proposals. This is the country where the word “style” expresses the whole nation. Italy has more Unesco World Heritage cultural sites than any other country; among them are Botticelli’s Birth of Venus and Primavera, Michelangelo’s David and Sistine Chapel and da Vinci’s The Last Supper.
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