Aeolian Islands – Lipari

Lipari is the largest of the The Aeolian Islands, an archipelago of seven islands off the North Eastern coast of Sicily.  Other Aeolian islands can be found in the Aeolian Islands category in this blog.

The most direct way to reach Lipari is by taking the hydrofoil from the town of Milazzo, on the Northern coast of Sicily.  Hikers can enjoy breathtaking views around the island.  There are hiking trails for different levels and the trails’ maps can be purchased at the book shop on the main street in Lipari named Corso Vittorio Emanuele.

Corso Vittorio Emanuele which runs into the square where the hydrofoils land.

Marina Corta – a short walk from Corso Vittorio Emanuele – Some of the boat excursions navigating around the island or to other islands in the archipelago depart from Marina Corta.

White pomice cliffs

View of I Faraglioni – Pietra Lunga and Pietra Menalda from the area named Belvedere Quattrocchi

Fresh seafood meals at this restaurant on Corso Vittorio Emanuele

Malvasia – a dessert wine in Lipari

Steps leading to the Cathedral of St. Bartholomew

Cathedral of St Bartholomew

Finally, close to the Cathedral one can visit the Castle of Lipari and the Aeolian Archeological Museum within the Castle’s compound.  The Museum holds a rich collection of Prehistoric Mediterranean artifacts.