Favignana, Italian comune
Favignana is an island off the western coast of Sicily and the largest of the Egadi Islands. It has a butterfly-shaped outline with rocky coasts, small beaches like Cala Azzurra and Cala Rossa, clear waters, and quiet spots suitable for swimming and exploring.
The island was historically famous for tuna fishing, with processing facilities called tonnare still visible today. These structures reveal its past as a busy fishing hub and some now serve as museums where visitors can see old tools and learn about traditional methods.
The island's name comes from a Latin word for a type of tuna that was once abundant in these waters. Fishing traditions remain central to daily life, with local fishermen and their families keeping stories and methods alive through everyday work and conversation.
Most visitors fly to Trapani or Palermo airport and then take a ferry or fast boat to reach the island. Once there, bicycles, scooters, or taxis work best for getting around since roads are narrow and parking is limited throughout the area.
Bue Marino was once a stone quarry but is now a special spot for cliff diving into the sea, with walls carved by human hands creating an almost magical landscape. Cala Rossa is widely considered one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Sicily and draws visitors seeking its white sand and crystal water.
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