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Isola dei Conigli
Italy
It was renamed as Isola dei Conigli by the local population because in the past it was a common custom to use this strip of land for cattle breeding, necessary for the sustenance of the few local families especially during the period of the two world wars.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Isola dei Conigli, or Rabbit Island, frequently hailed as one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire world. Located on the southern coast of Lampedusa, the southernmost point of Italy, this is a place where the…
Listen in the app2The Nature Reserve Entrance — A Commitment to Preservation
The journey to Isola dei Conigli begins at the entrance to the Riserva Naturale Isola di Lampedusa. This is a point of transition where the modern world is left behind in favor of a strictly managed ecological sanctuary. …
Listen in the app3The Belvedere — The Panoramic Overlook
Before descending to the water, the path reaches a Belvedere, or viewpoint, that offers the most iconic perspective of the bay. From here, Isola dei Conigli sits in the center of a semi-circular embrace of white limestone cliffs. …
Listen in the app4The Rocky Descent — A Journey Through Time
The descent from the Belvedere to the beach is a winding path that takes you through the geological history of Lampedusa. The limestone steps and rocky outcrops are filled with fossils of ancient marine life, a reminder that this…
Listen in the app5Spiaggia dei Conigli — The Powdery White Sands
Finally, you step onto the Spiaggia dei Conigli itself. The sand under your feet is legendary—powdery, soft, and so white that it stays cool even under the intense Sicilian sun. …
Listen in the app6The Islet and Isthmus — A Changing Connection
Directly in front of the beach lies the Isola dei Conigli itself, a small, rocky islet that is the namesake of the area. One of the most fascinating features of this spot is the sandy isthmus that occasionally forms between the…
Listen in the app7Caretta Caretta — The Sea Turtle Sanctuary
The most significant ecological aspect of Isola dei Conigli is its role as a primary nesting site for the Caretta Caretta, or Loggerhead sea turtle. Every summer, these magnificent creatures return to this specific beach to lay…
Listen in the app8Closing
As you begin your walk back up the trail, leaving the turquoise waters of Isola dei Conigli behind, take a moment to reflect on the rare beauty you have witnessed. This is a place that challenges our perception of what is…
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What is Isola dei Conigli?
Isola dei Conigli is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.5095, 12.5565 |
| Last updated |