Calamosche beach, Sandy beach in Vendicari Nature Reserve, Sicily, Italy.
Calamosche is a roughly 200-meter beach with fine sand in the Vendicari Nature Reserve in Sicily. Two rocky promontories protect its waters from currents and winds on either side.
This beach lies between the ancient Eloro archaeological ruins and Vendicari, which received protected status in 1984. Its location connects it to both ancient settlement patterns and modern conservation efforts.
Locals call this beach Funn'i Musca, which means Bottom of the Fly in the Sicilian dialect. This name reflects how the place is woven into the daily language and memories of those who live nearby.
Visitors walk about 1.5 kilometers through Mediterranean vegetation from the reserve parking lot to reach the beach. Comfortable shoes and plenty of water are helpful for this path, especially in warm weather.
Underwater caves and rock formations along the promontories create natural habitats where various marine species live and feed. These hidden structures make the beach a rewarding spot for snorkelers exploring below the surface.
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