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The Black Sand Beach / La Spiaggia Sabbia Nera at Vulcano Island (Aeolian Islands, Sicily)
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Dorcadion Team
N 38° 25.163 E 014° 57.398
33S E 496214 N 4252348
Quick Description: Aside from the volcanoes, one of the highlights of Vulcano Island is La Spiaggia Sabbia Nera (The Black Sand Beach). It is located at Porto di Ponente, on the opposite side of the main island's harbor - Porto Levante, but still not a long walk...
Location: Sicilia, Italy
Date Posted: 6/29/2009 2:34:26 AM
Waymark Code: WM6NYZ
Published By: Groundspeak Premium Member silverquill
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Long Description:
Three of Vulcano’s beaches are nestled near the island's small capital - Porto Levante. The most visited of them is beach La Spiaggia Sabbia Nera - a beautiful, long stretch of black, volcanic sand and a great spot for relaxing. The water here is calm and great for swimming.
Type of beach: Natural

Location of beach: Seashore

Beach surface type: Fine sand

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