Italy’s Minor Islands: An Italy of Archipelagos

Italy’s minor islands are often presented as summer destinations, yet they are first and foremost year-round communities where the sea determines time, cost and access to services. Elba, the Aeolian Islands, the Egadi, the Tremiti, the Pontine Islands, Procida, Pantelleria and Lampedusa reveal different forms of insularity. Their lives bring into focus questions that affect all Italy: seasonal tourism, transport, water, housing, work and the right to remain.

Ferry travelling between inhabited Italian islands, with a small harbour and homes facing the sea

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