Best Mediterranean Islands - Part 1
[Music] the Mediterranean is home to a multitude of breathtaking islands that enchant visitors with their beauty culture and history from the sundrenched beaches of Greece to the picturesque coastlines of Italy and the Mysterious ruins of ancient civilizations the Mediterranean Islands offer a variety of experiences each island has its own unique charm and special sites to discover whether you are looking for relaxing Beach breaks adventurous outdoor activities or historical sites the Mediterranean Islands offer something special for every taste last but not least the Mediterranean Cuisine the pleasant climate and the hospitable locals make a visit to one of the Mediterranean islands and Unforgettable experience we have selected the 25 best of the more than 4,000 Islands in the Mediterranean for you and present the first 12 in this video have fun watching it if you'll like this video please support the travel Al Channel with a like comment or subscription thank you [Music] [Music] there are few places in the world that can offer Travelers a more remarkable combination of breathtaking Landscapes pristine beaches fascinating culture and great experiences in such a compact form as mayorca MCA is the largest of the bolic islands and one of the most popular destinations in the med terranean with good reason the bolic islands are an autonomous region of Spain consisting of the islands of mayorca Monarca itha and forant Tera the two official languages a Catalan and Spanish and a local dialect of Catalan malquin mayor is spoken in newca the island offers 300 days of sunshine and a varied landscape and nature that is ideal for outdoor activities such as golf cycling hiking and sailing on the numerous beaches some of the most beautiful in the Mediterranean you can swim sunbathe or relax with a cocktail the capital of mayorca is Palmer a vibrant city that is active and dynamic all year round with Galleries and museums as well as a beautiful old town full of luxury boutique hotels plenty of shopping opportunities and a wide selection of excellent restaurants Pala is a popular place to live and was even voted the best place in the world to live by the UK Sunday Times [Music] the island of Corfu is located in the Mediterranean a few kilometers off the Albanian Coast Corfu is the northernmost of the ionian islands and has an area of 585 Square km alongside cre roads and sandini kfu is one of the most popular vacation islands in Greece even the Austrian Empress City liked kfu so much that she had a Palace built by the Sea on the island in the 19th century coru is considered one of the greenest islands in Greece because it rains a lot in Winter and also briefly throughout the rest of the year Mediterranean forests and more than 4 million olive trees grow here there is also a fascinating Mountain world and beautiful Sandy and Pebble Bays with crystal clear water at the same time kfu has plenty of culture to offer such as the monasteries of ponisi and past streza or the historic Harbor Town of copi the island therefore offers plenty of variety for travelers who like to explore off the popular coastal areas kir Kyra the capital of Corfu has been declared a world heritage site a stroll through the Old Town takes visitors across wide squares and past Catholic and Greek Orthodox Churches the bell tower of the main Church of aiio speedon towers over the entire town in the tiny Alleyways of the Old Town boutiques and souvenir stores line up alongside to Vera the Alleyways and cafes of the island Metropolis also known as kfu town are always bustling with activity [Music] sh [Music] sh [Music] [Music] santarini is the largest island in the cides a group of islands in the South Ean it is the result of a volcanic eruption that has left behind a truly picturebook setting the picturesque landscape is characterized by red and black sandy beaches and the contrasting image of white houses and blue Church domes nestled against the dark volcanic rocks for visitors arriving by ferry the view of the coast is a real highlight in itself the Charming Villages right on the edge of the crater are the Island's showpiece here you can stroll through winding Alleyways and stores and stop off at numerous cafes and tavernas other popular activities on the island include hiking or boat trips along the coast santarini is mainly visited for its fascinating Villages the capital F is one of the most popular places on the island and is also the landing stage for faeries and cruise ships which arrive in large numbers during the summer months in addition I and Kamari in particular attract numerous visitors every year don't miss the aceri archaeological site in the south of Santorini it is also known as the Greek Pompei and offers a fascinating insight into the life of the ancient menow among the beaches red beach in the south of the island is particularly famous the imposing red rock face along which it stretches gave it its name [Music] [Music] at the crossroads of three continents lies the third largest island in the Mediterranean Cyprus characterized by 10,000 years of cultural history you will find countless sites beautiful sandy beaches and extremely varied nature with Pleasant temperatures all year round and a rich culture Cyprus offers the perfect conditions for a travel experience that leaves nothing to be desired on the west coast of Cyprus you will find pathos a lively little town with a palm lined prominade and beautiful beaches where beach parties take on a whole new meaning Northwest of pathos is the mountainous akamas Peninsula which is home to sea turtles among other things the city of liol on the southern edge of the island is Lively all year round stroll through the pretty Old Town visit to veras and typical local markets take your time and Marvel at the Royal tombs and ancient mosaics near pathos on your trip to Cyprus stroll along the Palm lined prominade of lanaka or explore the Lively night life of liol the Agia Nappa Pros region awaits you with beautiful sandy beaches and you can enjoy unadulterated bathing fun with the best water quality all over the island in addition to perfect conditions for water sports cycling and Hiking there is also plenty of culinary Delights if you are planning an adventure tour during your Cypress vacation a CrossCountry trip to cypriate Mountain Villages is the perfect choice here you can also watch the locals making cypriate halumi cheese for example or taste the local wines [Music] [Music] come [Music] CIT is the largest island in Greece and is located around 160 km from the Greek mainland with 300 days of sunshine a year together with Cypress it is the sunniest island in the Mediterranean what makes the island so special is its versatility cit's varied nature invites you to go on extensive hiking tours climbing and cycling are also a great way to explore the beauty of the island bathing holiday makers can look forward to endless dream beaches and those interested in culture can visit numerous archaeological sites and ancient palaces in addition the hospitality of the and excellent Mediterranean Cuisine make the island of creit the country's most popular travel destination there is never a dull moment on cre of all the Greek Islands it is probably the most diverse so there is something for every taste nature lovers should not miss the Samaria Gorge it is the longest gorge in Europe and is perfect for exploring on foot for those interested in culture the Palace of nosas just 5 km from heracleon is an absolute highlight of creit and Beach holay makers will enjoy the numerous spectacular beaches cit's beaches are among the most popular in Greece VI beach in the east of the island for example is a great place to soak up the Greek sun balos Beach is a popular natural Beach that can be reached by boat or on foot [Music] he [Music] [Music] [Music] oh [Music] many cultures once mingled on Sicily this is what makes the largest island in the Mediterranean so interesting as a travel destination today Italy's southernmost province with its 5 million inhabitants can certainly be described as a Melting Pot the Greeks and Romans Left Behind temples and open Air Theaters the Normans are to thank for a number of churches which the Arabs added to with domes and geometric Gardens Sicily's thousands of years of eventful history have given it many faces as well as exploitation and enslavement against this backdrop the Sicilians mistrust of everything that comes from outside or from the mainland as they call the rest of Italy is understandable but even if you can't dismiss the idea of The Honorable Society from Mario puzo's novel The Godfather Sicily is a safe and pleasant place to travel to the kosa Nostra will certainly not want to scare tourists away Sicily stands for sensuality tradition and culture its most important cities are the Lively partly Arab influenced palmo with 750,000 inhabitants in the northwest of the island and the no less Lively katna in the east from katania you can reach the exciting volcano Mount Etna which is not only ideal for hiking but also for skiing missina with its important sea port lies to the Northeast Rocky rusa can be found on the Southeast coast of Sicily and Barac trapon on the west coast taomina with its Roman Theater and fantastic views of Mount epna attracts the most tourists as does chefalo with its Sandy Bay and fishing Romance [Music] oh [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] he [Music] [Music] he [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] many people know the third largest bolic island of IA known as avisa in Catalan primarily for its famous clubs where well-known DJs play but IA offers much more than just a party feeling Sun worshippers and Beach lovers enjoy the Fantastic beaches and Bays lined with white sand on the tur oise Blue Clear Mediterranean Sea on a coastline of around 210 km there are wide dream beaches with fine sand hidden small Bays Dune Landscapes and in the north the wildly romantic Cliffs those interested in culture will discover a wide variety of attractive cultural Assets in the Island's interior due to ia's wealth of culture the island is a UNESCO world heritage site the Magnificent natural lands Scapes are very popular with hikers and cyclists for Scenic tours IA is rather sparsely populated outside of the larger towns rural houses or finkers are mainly found on the rugged Island the capital is IA town in the East and is rather small with a population of around 50,000 one of the Island's most famous sites is the old town of IA including its historic Fortress walls which can be visited in addition the pretty Cathedral Towers over the city where you can see the beautiful altar of Maria deas NZ there are also many restaurants and stores here as well as some of the Island's most famous clubs [Music] the Republic of Malta is located in the Mediterranean not far from Italy and a vacation in Sicily and is one of Europe's many states anyone looking for a beach break peppered with cultural highlights will be drawn to a molta vacation even an evening stroll along the harbor makes it clear that molta is a Melting Pot of dozens of different cultures and religions diverse ethnicities and interesting people the Island's capital Veta impresses with its beautiful architecture narrow streets and pretty churches there are small Bays all around the island where you can snorkel swim and sunbathe if you've had enough of the bustling City you can head north where the sister islands of goo and kamino await you with further Treasures Game of Thrones fans in particular should put molter on their Bucket List as you will recognize some of the backdrops from the popular series here come along and be inspired by beautiful molter oh there is hardly a better description for the regions of Corsica for this scenically and culturally diverse Island an island of beauty the north offers numerous attra attrative destinations for beach vacationers and hikers alike whether the finger-shaped cap course Peninsula the coluna Piana Calvi bastia or axio the diversity of corsica's regions is incomparable and makes for spectacular postcard motifs for photographers the fertile region between cap Co and the desert deser grates is known as Nebo Vineyards and Olive Groves characterize the landscape the southern regions of Corsica are home to countless natural treasures and historical sites the picturesque Alleyways of the harbor towns are a popular Excursion destination especially during the summer vacations the gleaming white choke Cliffs of Bona faio are one of the Island's landmarks and a visit to the South should not be missed the cliffs which are up to 75 M High stretch over a length of around 30 km and on a clear day you can see as far as the northern tip of Sardinia the stairway of the king of aragan takes you down to the foot of the cliffs the beaches in the south of the island are picturesque and offer vacation as bright white sandy beaches small Islands turquoise blue shimmering water and a marine forer that is Second To None the white beaches of Santa Julia and palagia are certainly among the most beautiful on the island [Music] [Music] blue skies and bright sunshine are your constant companions on havar for this reason the island is home to Croatia's rich and famous as well as numerous tourists from all over the world if you are looking for peace and seclusion you will have to search here however you will be offered a varied vacation destination that not only impresses with its good weather but also with beautiful beaches breathtaking nature an interesting culture a vibrant City and wild parties for party animals Hava is also known as the lavender Island because in early summer the lavender blooms in every corner and transforms the island into a sea of purple flowers otherwise the island is rather green with Mediterranean Pine forests and numerous pine trees and M on the beaches on the other hand you will find numerous palm trees lining the promenades and giving the sea a Caribbean flare and as if that wasn't enough variety wine is even grown on the plain of Starry grad right next to silvery glistening olive trees this so-called Agger field in the center of the island has been used for agriculture since ancient times and is now UNESCO world heritage site finally Hava also impresses with its numerous bathing Bays with fine sand or gravel which are hidden behind rugged Coastal Cliffs so if you're lucky you'll still find the peace and seclusion you're looking for along the 300 km of Adriatic coastline e [Music] [Music] St [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] Sardinia is the second largest island in Italy and is located in the middle of the Mediterranean Sardinia is located south of Corsica with a total length of 1,840 KM Sardinia is the region with the highest proportion of Coastline in the whole of Italy the sea is clear and practically free of any kind of pollution many of sardinia's beaches are now nationally and internationally renowned and popular vacation resorts such as vill the Costa marala and the coast of algaro numerous other beaches no less beautiful have managed to retain their Wild naturalness by avoiding Mass tourism either partially or completely you will be amazed by the small CES that hide unspoiled corners and crystal clear waters the incredible works of art that nature has created over the centuries in the caves that lead right into the heart of the island the fact that Sardinia is such an ancient land means that there are no longer any high mountains on the island due to erosion by wind and rain however there are many mountainous zones characterized by plateaus and groups of Hills the historical and archaeological evidence of this region is countless the most famous of these are undoubtedly the new ragi there are a good 7,000 of them spread across the island 1 per 3 square kilm and they are the most impressive megalithic monuments in Europe [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] the Greek island of mikinos is one of the most popular vacation islands in Greece around 10,000 Islanders live permanently on the approximately 105 Square km Island all year round while winter on mikinos is comparatively quiet and leisurely the island awakens from its hibernation from April onwards by Midsummer at the latest and just in time for the high season the island of mikinos experiences its Heyday when thousands of visitors flock to the island to experience the Island's unmistakable advantages for themselves Kos is a world famous island and boasts a reputation among party loving Target groups as a luxury party island in the peak summer months partygoers from all over the world flock here to enjoy the upscale and glamorous party scene with its renowned DJs and musicians although mikas is primarily associated with partying this does not apply to the entire Island and is also a question of the time of year you visit in the spring months and late summer before the start and towards the end of the party season you will find the island of mikinos rather quiet and calm the Alleyways of mikinos town which can be crowded and sometimes impenetrable during the hot party season are rather cozy and dreamy at these times of year [Music] for [Music] la [Music] another a [Music]
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