Ischia
It
is the largest of the islands in the Bay of Naples, is one of greatest
tourist attraction, not only in the region but in the whole of Italy.
Compared with the many lovely islands scattered in the beautiful sea around
Naples, it offers, in spite of its limited extent, the greatest variety of
picturesque aspects: the old fishing villages, nestling on the slopes of hills,
with their color and simplicity, and the up-to-date and well equipped bathing
and health resorts; the romantic, always fresh, corners hidden among the rugged
rocks falling sheer to the sea, and the wide, comfortable beaches; the fertile
hills covered with vineyards and the bare, rocky slopes of Monte Epomeo; the
landscapes, profoundly changed by the violence of the volcanic eruptions, and
the cliffs, hollowed and carved out by marine erosion.
On Ischia, you can lead the fashionable, hectic life of the best equipped
tourist centers or a more secluded, restful life, if you choose to stay at one
of the smaller places nestling on the slopes of the
mountain.
Everywhere, however, one finds a particularly mild and gentle climate:
everywhere one can enjoy fine views and discover picturesque corners.
Moreover, its many thermal establishments must not be forgotten, which make use
of the many excellent springs found all over the island, nor the variety of
excursions nor the excellent cuisine, and, above all, the delicious Epomeo
wine.
Ischia has everything, including the natural beauties which have made it the
queen of our small Mediterranean islands.
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