Salina Island

Salina was once known as "Dydime", or the "twins", because of its two great mountain ridges (two former volcanoes) which culminate in the peaks of "Fossa delle Felci" and "Monte dei Porri" The first settlement dating back to the first Metal Age. There are two traces of settlements which fluorished between the 18th and 15th centuries. The present name, Salina, is derived from the abandoned salt-works on a salt-water pond in Lingua on the far southern tip of the island.

How to arrive
You can arrive in the Island of Salina by hydrofoil from Naples, Palermo and Reggio Calabria; by ship from Naples and Milazzo.
The island's main port is Santa Marina Salina, for port information, please call 0039/090-9843039 (Giovanni); for accommodations, please visit www.bbsalina.com.
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What to see
Salina is made up of three separate communities: Santa Marina , Malfa and Leni, which are the island's major urban centres; smaller villages consist of Pollara, Rinella, Valdichiesa and Lingua. These seven localities are linked by a small winding, scenic road which is also an interesting tourist itinerary. In the small village of Pollara (locations of the famous movie "The Postman") you will find the most beautiful beach of the island. Another important place to see is the ancient Madonna del Terzito sanctuary which dates back to 1600. Thanks to this and to an efficient hotel organization, Salina is one of the most popular island during the summer season.

Typicals products
Salina is called the "green" island because it is the most densely-covered with vegetation. It abounds in ferns, poplars, chestnuts, broom, olm-oaks, prickly pears and capers. Fruit and olives are cultivated in the island, and in particular, the vines which produce the famous malvasia wine which is sweet and aromatic. It is a product exclusive to the Aeolian islands, but Salina boasts the biggest production and the best quality. Taste the Caravaglio's Malvasia.