Natural Landmarks of Italy
|
By Dion Protani
|
Latest update: 21 January 2024
|
|
From lakes to rivers, mountains and mountain ranges, the list below contains the most important Natural Landmarks of Italy. The famous lakes of the north like Lake Garda and Lake Como top the list of lakes while the two principal rivers are the River Po and the River Tiber.
The two volcanoes of Mount Etna in Sicily and Mount Vesuvius in Naples are famous throughout the world and I'll soon be adding more in that section. The Italian Alps that cover the northern regions, the Apennines which make up the spine of Italy and the beautiful Dolomites in Veneto and Trentino Alto-Adige are the most prominent mountain ranges in Italy. |
Passo Sella, Trentino Alto-Adige
|
Related links
Rivers of Italy
River Tiber, Rome
The River Tiber is possibly the first river people think about as it passes through the capital, Rome, but the longest river in Italy is the River Po which stretches west to east across the north.
|
Mountains of Italy
Mount Vesuvius
The list of mountains in Italy is extensive but for the moment you'll find the to most famous featured. Both volcanic mountains of Mount Vesuvius and Mount Etna are fascinating to visit.
|
Mountain Ranges of Italy
The Dolomites, Veneto
Everybody knows the Alps which scale the heights in northern Italy but the Apennines stretch almost the length of the country and the beautiful Dolomites offer stunning scenery all year round.
|
Blue Grotto
Blue Grotto, Capri
The number one visitor attraction on the island of Capri is the dazzling Blue Grotto. Innocuous enough from the outside, once you enter the tiny crack from the sea, the sight is awe-inspiring.
|
Marmore Waterfalls
Marmore Waterfalls, Umbria
The Marmore Waterfalls are one of the favourite spots for visitors to the central region of Umbria. You can spend a day hiking on whichever trail you wish with various difficulty levels available.
|
Specchio di Venere
Specchio di Venere, Pantelleria Island, Sicily
The remote island of Pantelleria belongs to Sicily and its most iconic sight is the Specchio di Venere (Mirror of Venus). A cross between a lake and a lagoon, it sparkles with greens and blues.
|
Cava di Bauxite
Cava di Bauxite, Puglia
The Salento region of Puglia is known for its crystalline waters and beaches but the Cava di Bauxite provides something of a contrast from its surroundings with this geological area of strange colours.
|
Frasassi Caves
Frasassi Caves, Marche
Tucked away in a valley in the central region of Marche, the Frasassi Caves offer a unique landscape of stalagmites and stalactites. Guided tours lead you through the amazing walkways.
|
Chiaia di Luna
Chiaia di Luna Bay, Ponza
The symbol of the island of Ponza is without a doubt the bay of Chiaia di Luna. Underneath the steep cliff-face lies a beach of bright blue water and its bay attracts hundreds of boats every day.
|
Faraglioni of Capri
Faraglioni Sea Stacks of Capri
Just as with the Chiaia di Luna in Ponza, Capri's Faraglioni are the iconic image of the island and dominate its southern coastline. Boat trips allow you to squeeze through a hole in of the giant sea stacks.
|
