Baia di San Montano
Italy
It will be possible to dive into the crystal clear waters of San Montano bay.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Bay of San Montano, one of the most uniquely beautiful coastal spots on Ischia. This crescent-shaped bay, tucked between two verdant headlands, is famous for its fine sand and remarkably shallow, calm waters. …
Listen in the app2The Sandy Shore — A Natural Lagoon
Our journey begins on the soft, fine sand of the beach. Unlike many Mediterranean beaches that are pebbly and drop off quickly, San Montano offers a gentle slope. …
Listen in the app3Negombo Thermal Park — The Lower Pools
Moving inland from the beach, we enter the Negombo Thermal Park. This is not a typical spa; it is an 'experiential' park designed by landscape architect Ermanno Casasco. …
Listen in the app4The Mediterranean Macchia — A Botanical Sanctuary
As we climb the paths that lead into the upper sections of the bay, we are surrounded by the 'Macchia Mediterranea.' This is the native vegetation of the island, but at San Montano, it has been enhanced with species from around…
Listen in the app5The Upper Terraces and Cave Pools
Reaching the upper terraces of the bay, the experience becomes more spiritual and intimate. Here, you will find the 'Leandroterapia' pools, some of which are located inside natural caves. …
Listen in the app6Albergo San Montano — The Terrace of the Gods
High above the bay sits the Albergo San Montano, a five-star resort that offers perhaps the most spectacular views on the island. The hotel’s terrace features thermal pools that seem to hang over the Mediterranean. …
Listen in the app7The Cultural Synthesis of San Montano
As we return to the lower levels, we reflect on the cultural synthesis of San Montano. This bay is a microcosm of Ischia’s entire history. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As our tour of the Baia di San Montano comes to a conclusion, take a deep breath of the salt-laden, jasmine-scented air. We have walked the sands where Greek colonists first landed, explored the lush 'experiential' gardens of…
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What is Baia di San Montano?
Baia di San Montano 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 | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 40.7569, 13.8775 |
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