Spiaggia Cannitello


This beach, one of two small black-sand stretches on the island's southern side near Gelso, is surrounded by lush, almost tropical greenery.


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One of two small black-sand beaches on the island's southern side near Gelso, this crescent of black sand gives onto inviting waters.

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