Ischia is one of greater known tourist destinations of Italy.

Ischia is one of greater known tourist destinations of Italy. It is approximately 10 kilometers wide and 7 kilometers long with a population of more than 55000 people. The majority of tourists come from Germany and from Italy itself. It is believed that nearly 6 million tourists flock in there all the year around. The island is divided into two.  They are the Ischia Porto and Ischia Ponte. Ischia porto gets its name because of the main port and the rest of the region is termed Ischia Ponte.

The Greeks, Romans and the Turks had previously occupied the land. Strategic positioning of the place was the primary reason. Besides it’s said the springs in Ischia are therapeutic in nature. And the eye candy of the place may be stated as the third reason. The presence of such diversified cultures can be still found in the island. Recently this place was featured in many Italian and Hollywood flicks. The weather in Ischia is turbulent; from rain to sunshine the place doesn’t feature a specific season. Tourists flock in there especially from April to October. Extremes of the climates have been reported recently with long hot summers and short bitter cold winters. Such a diverse climate presents a host of flora and fauna in the place. The island is also volcanic in nature and its believed volcanic deposits act as natural fertilizers. Palms, Cactuses, Agave, Chestnut trees, Oak, Cyprus, cork trees, almond and olive are the main kinds of vegetation which can be found all over the place.

The main means of getting to the island is by road and trains. The nearest airport is situated in Naples. People can land in Naples and either takes the cab or the train. Make sure to study all the destinations to be visited, as it can be confusing for first timers. Tourist guides come handy in such situations. Ferry travel is another delight for the tourists. Villa La Colombaia, Villa La Mortella, The Castle, Guevara Tower, Il Torrione, A. Rizzoli Museum, Pithecusae Museum, The Soccorso's church are some of the places most frequented by tourists in Ischia. Thermal springs are noteworthy too. This water is mildly hot to moderately hot and as mentioned before, is known to possess therapeutic properties. The place also hosts different beaches. Events such as Festa della Ndrezzata, International Festival of Classic Music, Foreign Film Festival, Vinischia, Festa di Sant’Anna, Settembre sul Sagarato, Ischia White Night also are hosted in here.