Aeolian Islands, Sicily

Aeolian Islands, Sicily Italy

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The Aeolian Islands are a volcanic archipelago of islands just off the North Coast of Sicily, in the Tyrrhenian Sea and were declared a UNESCO world heritage site  UNESCO in 2000 for "an outstanding record of volcanic island-building and destruction, and ongoing volcanic phenomena".  They are named after the demigod of the winds Aeolus, the islands' inhabitants are known as Aeolians (Italian: Eoliani).  

The area is now considered both a national park in Italy and a Unesco world heritage site, drawing over 200,000 visitors annually.  The islands are covered with vineyards and knows for some of the finest sea-food in the Mediterranean. 
For extraordinary holidays, sailing adventures and excursions to the Aeolian Islands, get in touch with us today! We will try to respond to you in 24 hours or less!: team@italyvacationspecialists.com 


 


Luxury spas, resorts and many economic bed and breakfasts dot the islands.   The largest and most touristic  island is Lipari and the islands are sometimes referred to as the Lipari Islands or Lipari group. The other islands include Vulcano, Salina, Stromboli, Filicudi, Alicudi, Panarea and Basiluzzo.
 

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