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Milazzo Yacht Charter

The old port town of Milazzo in Sicily is dubbed as the Gateway to the Lipari Islands, also known as Aeolian Islands in Italy. For yacht charter superyachts, Milazzo is a popular jump-off when sailing to the Lipari Islands. Milazzo has gained some recent popularity for travellers and it has evolved into one of the more important holiday destinations in Italy.

The main attractions of the town of Milazzo are its bunch of ancient landmarks, archaeological structures, assortment of museums and of course, its long stretches of verdant vineyards. Milazzo is also known for its popular product, the world-renowned Mametino wine.

Important Facts About Milazzo

Milazo lies on the northeastern section of Sicily and is just a few miles from Messina - the famous ancient straight that conects the Mediterranean boat routes. It is located at the area where the island links with the Italian peninsula. This small port boasts of a storied history and its glorious past actually dates as far back as the prehistoric times. The old Milazzo is even cited in Odyssey and described as the site where Ulysses met Polyphemus after his ship ran aground, so this place has been a place relevant to boats for a very long time.

The old Milazzo were controlled by several rulers, Arabs, Byzantine, Romans and Spaniards. Today, the town of Milazzo is a thriving and busy maritime hub and luxury charter yachts cruise to Milazzo on their way to the Aeolian Islands and other parts of Italy.

Popular Attractions and Important Places in Milazzo

The most popular attraction of Milazzo is the Castello di Milazzo, an imposing old structure that dominates the town’s main district. It is perched on a high point of the town of Milazzo and provides yacht charter holidaymakers as exhilarating view of the entire region. Within the inner sections of the town of Milazzo, yacht charter enthusiast will find an ancient Benedictine convent and an old church structure. The edges of the town features stretches of ancient fortifications, which historians attribute to the Arabs that once controlled the old town.

Other notable places and major attractions that you should not miss when you visit Milazzo are the St. Anthony Padua’s Rock Church and St. Francis of Paola’s Sanctuary. Its glorious past and rich culture as well as its ideal location make Milazzo an important part of your yacht charter holiday in Italy.

Events and Activities in Milazzo

There are several important events and festivities in Milazzo, and most of these activities happen during the summer months. If you want to get a glimpse of the effervescent side of this idyllic town, then it would be best that you spend your yacht charter holiday during the months where the town plays host to these major events.

One of the more important festivals being celebrated in this idyllic town is the one being held on the first week of August in honour of the patron saint of fishermen, Madonna della Neve. Aside from these popular annual festivities, concerts and theatrical plays are also regularly held in Milazzo.

If you want to experience and enjoy an authentic Italian holiday, then you have to include in your yacht charter holiday itinerary the idyllic town of Milazzo. A luxury yacht charter on a crewed superyacht is the way to see this area of Italy, as it is the best way to experience the coastal areas of all of Italy and the Mediterranean.