Panarea

Things to do, attractions, interesting facts

Panarea

State: ME - Area: Aeolian Islands

Panarea is the smallest and lowest of the islands of the Aeolian archipelago but also the oldest.
Panarea forms a tiny archipelago together with the islets of Basiluzzo, Spinazzola, Lisca Bianca, Dattilo, Bottaro, Lisca Nera and the rocks of Panarelli and Formiche.
The small and picturesque port of San Pietro, Ditella and Drautto are the only centers of the island.
Panarea is one of the most renowned destinations of international tourism, it is a mix of history, art, nature and worldliness. Frequented by wealthy tourists and personalities of the international jet set.
Panarea is known for its splendid beaches, its white houses and its blue sea.

What is the best time to visit Panarea?

Panarea can be visited all year round: the welcome and warmth of the Sicilians will amaze you. But for an unforgettable experience, admiring the colors, tasting the flavors and fully experiencing the traditions, it is advisable to plan a visit on the days of one of the festivals that take place in Panarea during the year.

What to eat

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Panarea

You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.

Interesting Facts

Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Panarea

Legend of the Lovers' Cave
On the island of Panarea, on the Lisca Bianca rock, there is a cave that has become a destination for all lovers.
Locations of the film "Panarea"
The plot of the Panarea film obviously unfolds on the smallest island of the Aeolian archipelago, Panarea.
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