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# 63 • June 28 , 2015
The Island of Elba is the largest
in the Tuscan Island chain; an
itinerary in itself, it contains a
secluded charm, yet is rich in
history, civilization and flora.
A tour through this splendid
island’s different municipalities, each of which reveal
themselves to be tiny worlds
apart, begins in Portoferraio,
one of the Island’s mooring
points.
Here, Cosimo I de’ Medici ordered an impregnable fort to
be constructed; today, it is still
perfectly visible, and inside
run the winding roads of the
historic center. Procchio, Elba
IslandObligatory for trekkers
is a visit to Castello del Volterraio, who can witness its breathtaking view.
The beaches of Portoferraio
are spectacular: Biodola, Sca-
glieri and Forno face the Gulf
of Biodola; Ghiaie, Padulella,
Sansone and Capo Bianco lie
next to the "Scoglietto,” immediately behind the centro storico.
Next stop, Marciana. Here you
can find the Museum of the Peasant Civilization, the Museum
of Civic Architecture and the
Seat of the National Park of the
Tuscan Archipelago. Countless
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