What to see on Salina island: these are the most beautiful places

Among the Aeolian Islands, Salina is recommended if you want to spend a holiday dedicated to relaxation. Here, in fact, there are several dreamy beaches. And not only: here you have what to see on the island.

What to see in one day

If you are making a tour of Aeolian Islands, this itinerary suits you:

1. Santa Marina

It is the main town on the island and is located on the slopes of Monte Fossa delle Felci. The imposing eighteenth-century church overlooks the entire centre. This is also the liveliest town on the island: there are shops, bars and numerous cafes. Furthermore, entering the Civic Museum will be like making an authentic journey through the history of the island.

2. Beach of Pollara

One of Aeolian Islands most beautiful beaches. The dark rocks and pebbles of the coast are in contrast with the white cliff overlooking the sea. It can be reached by sea or by walking along a fairly demanding path. It’s worth it, also because some scenes of Massimo Troisi’s The postman were shot here.

3. Malfa

A pretty village located on the north coast of the island. Its white houses are distributed along the slope that reaches the sea. A small beach embellishes the village. And the eighteenth-century church of Sant’Anna preserves numerous paintings and sculptures.

4. Riserva naturale Le Montagne delle Felci e dei Porri

This nature reserve it is recommended for every hiker: there are numerous paths that reach the top of Monte Fossa delle Felci.

5. Villaggio preistorico di Portella

Dating back to Bronze age, this prehistoric village is composed of more than twenty oval huts carved into the rock. Several objects have been found here, from stone tools to pottery.

Beaches of Salina

Pollara, although certainly beautiful, is not the only one of Salina beaches: other places that would deserve a visit are Scario, Santa Marina and Rinella. Simply unmissable.

Getting to Salina

To get to the Aeolian Islands, therefore to Salina, all you have to do is board one of the ferries departing from Naples, Reggio Calabria, Messina and Milazzo.

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