Ischia

Historic Sites & Ancient Ruins

Ischia's history spans from the 8th-century BC Greek colony of Pithecusae to the iconic medieval fortifications of the Aragonese Castle. This collection features the island's archaeological depth, including the submerged Roman ruins of Aenaria in the Bay of Cartaromana and the 18th-century military thermal baths housed in a former Bourbon royal palace. These landmarks, along with defensive tower ruins and war memorials, reflect Ischia’s strategic and cultural significance in the Mediterranean.

Torre Sant Angelo

Remains of a 15th-century defensive tower on the Sant'Angelo islet, largely destroyed during a British naval bombardment in 1808.

Aragonese Castle

A 15th-century fortification built by Alfonso d'Aragona on volcanic rock. The site includes the Clarisse Nunnery and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta.

Aragonese

Significant medieval and Renaissance fortifications forming part of the Aragonese Castle complex, showcasing the island's defensive architecture.

Stabilimento Balneo Termale Militare

Located in the 18th-century Palazzo Reale, this military thermal facility was originally built as a summer residence for King Ferdinand IV of Bourbon.

Antica città sommersa di Aenaria

A submerged Roman settlement in the Bay of Cartaromana. Underwater archaeological finds include ancient docks and evidence of lead and bronze metalworking.

Pithecusae

The site of the first Greek colony in the Western Mediterranean, founded in the 8th century BC. It was a major center for early Mediterranean trade.

Ai caduti

A commemorative war memorial dedicated to the local citizens who fell during the world wars.

Monumento per la vittoria della Grande Guerra

A historical monument honoring the victory and the fallen soldiers of World War I.

Le Città sorelle

A monument dedicated to the international bonds and cultural exchange between Ischia and its global sister cities.