naturalistic
archaeological
Naturalistic and archaeological
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FACCIAZZA
The beginners' dive
The dive starts on a short rocky top just over 15 m from the wall, and at a depth of approximately 10 m. Following the seabed eastward, you will come to a rocky ledge. From this point, follow the wall (which becomes less steep) in a north-easterly direction, keeping it on your left. The base of the wall reaches depths of up to 25 m, with a mixed sand and rock seabed covered primarily by lush sea grass. Proceeding in a north-easterly direction, initially maintain the same depth and then gradually climb for about 45 m as you follow the route in the opposite direction.
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ANCHOR STOCK IN CAPO GROSSO
Hellenistic and Roman remains
This location named “Anchor Stock in Capo Grosso” is also in the area of the sea north of Levanzo. From the dive point at about 10 m from the coast, visitors can see the numerous anchor stocks still lying on the sea floor thanks to the crystal clear water, with no need to follow a pre-defined route.
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PUNTA FALCONIERA
The archaeological and naturalistic dive
The northern tip of Punta Falconiera is characterised by a rocky wall that is interrupted to the east, at a depth of about 15 m, by a sandy valley with banks of sea grass. In this direction, you will descend to a depth of about 30 m, where you will encounter a steep slope made up of sand and organogenic debris. Following the guiding rope, you will come to a slightly sloping plateau at a depth of 20 m. Continuing southward, you will descend to a depth of 30 m, where the seabed consists of a series of sloping steps with large isolated rocks and banks of sea grass, while beyond the escarpment the sea floor is sandy and covered by debris. Nearby, you will find a rocky wall covered by crevices that you can follow to reach the dive’s end point.