Cala della Disa
Turquoise cove.
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The Zingaro Nature Reserve protects about 7 km of wild coastline on the Gulf of Castellammare in north-western Sicily, between San Vito Lo Capo and Scopello, about 25 km in a straight line north-east of Trapani. Created in 1981, it was the first nature reserve in Sicily, set up after local protests stopped a coastal road from being built here. There are no roads inside the reserve. A coastal path of about 7 km links the north and south entrances, running high above the sea and dropping to small coves of pebbles and white stones with very clear turquoise water, such as Cala della Disa, Cala Berretta and Cala Tonnarella dell'Uzzo. Higher paths climb the mountain slopes for wide views. The steep hillsides are covered with dwarf fan palms, wild flowers and Mediterranean scrub, and many birds live here, including the Bonelli's eagle and the peregrine falcon. Small museums near the paths show the area's traditional rural life, and the Grotta dell'Uzzo was lived in during prehistoric times. An entry fee is charged at both gates. There is no shade or water along most of the path, so bring water and sun protection, and come in spring or early autumn when it is cooler.
Turquoise cove.
Above the sea.
Prehistoric cave.
San Vito Lo Capo, Trapani, Sicily, Italy
Little, so bring your own.
Spring and early autumn.