Tyrrhenian Sea
A JOURNEY ACROSS THREE SEAS
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
The Tyrrhenian Sea, the western part of the Mediterranean Sea, extends from the Italian peninsula to the coasts of Corsica and Sardinia, including the Sardinian Channel.
It can be subdivided into the Upper Tyrrhenian Sea, which stretches from the Tuscan archipelago to Corsica, and the Lower Tyrrhenian Sea, which stretches from Lower Lazio to Sicily, including the Sardinian channel. The name 'Tyrrhenian' originates from the ancient Greeks, who referred to the Etruscans as Tirreni. The Etruscans once occupied territories extending from northern Italy to the mouth of the river Magra in Liguria and southwards to Campania, also known as Etruria Campana. References to the Tyrrhenian Sea can be traced back to Greek authors like Hesiod and in the Homeric hymn to Dionysus. The boundary between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the rest of the Mediterranean is marked by an imaginary line connecting Cape Boeo at Marsala in Sicily to Cape Teulada in Sardinia.
WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT THIS PLACE
The Tyrrhenian Sea offers a unique variety of landscapes, characterized by inlets, a harmonious balance between man and nature, striking sunsets, and imposing cliffs. The Tyrrhenian coast is distinguished by its multifaceted beauty, creating a perfect combination of natural elements and the interaction of man with his surroundings.
THIS PLACE IS IMPORTANT BECAUSE
The coasts of the Tyrrhenian Sea reveal a fragmented settlement landscape, with epicenters of vitality in the picturesque gulfs of Naples and Palermo. The Roman coastal area, dotted with second homes, is transformed into seaside sanctuaries that have become dormitory residential districts. Despite the impoverishment of the fish fauna due to exploitation and pollution, fishing persists as a timeless art. Industrial activities, concentrated mainly in Naples and Cagliari with their petrochemical plants, generate an intense flow of trade. The bustling ports of Civitavecchia, Olbia (with Golfo degli Aranci), Naples, Cagliari, and Palermo act as vital nodes for connections between Sardinia, the continent, and North Africa. Along these coastlines, embraced by vibrant tourism, an intense and fascinating urban landscape emerges.
SPECIAL TIPS
Wide beaches, spacious inlets, and intimate coves, all nestled between Mediterranean maquis, blue skies, and crystal-clear waters. The marvelous Italian beaches on the Tyrrhenian Sea prove to be authentic paradises of unspoiled nature, genuine jewels to be jealously guarded. They are true natural living rooms, places where you can relax under the warm Mediterranean sun or explore fascinating caves and seabeds.
