Lampedusa Island

The chief town of Lampedusa lies on a small bay in the eastern part of the south coast; it isalmost African in character and its main feature is the pilgrimage church of the Madonna di Porto Salvo. Outside the town there are only narrow paths, so the best way to make excursions is by boat; a trip round the island takes about three hours. By this means the visitor can find some beautiful places for bathing which are also ideal for underwater fishing, such as those at Capo Ponente in the west and also on the north coast.