Isola di Salina

Welcome to the Island of Salina, the verdant heart of the Aeolian Archipelago. Located north of Sicily in the Tyrrhenian Sea, Salina is the second largest of the seven islands and is often referred to as the 'Green Island' due to…

Our exploration begins at Santa Marina Salina, the island's primary port and its most vibrant social center. As you disembark from the ferry or hydrofoil, you are greeted by a charming village of pastel-colored houses that climb…

Following the coast south from Santa Marina, we reach the picturesque hamlet of Lingua. This area is historically significant as it houses the 'salina'—the salt lagoon—that gave the island its name. …

To truly understand Salina’s geography, we must look upward to the towering summit of Monte Fossa delle Felci. At 962 meters, it is the highest point in the Aeolian Islands. …

As we move toward the northern and western slopes of the island, we enter the domain of the Malvasia vineyard. Salina is world-renowned for its 'Malvasia delle Lipari,' a golden, aromatic dessert wine that has been produced here…

Our journey takes us now to the dramatic western tip of the island: the village of Pollara. This village is built within the remnants of a massive, half-submerged volcanic crater, creating one of the most spectacular landscapes…

No exploration of Salina is complete without discussing its most famous agricultural product: the caper. Known as the 'green gold' of the island, Salina’s capers are considered the best in the world and have been awarded Slow…

As we conclude our journey across the Island of Salina, we carry with us a profound appreciation for its unique character within the Aeolian Archipelago. We have traveled from the historic gateway of Santa Marina to the ancient…