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Pontine Islands
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This is a group of six small volcanic islands, part of which is a marine reserve. The main island, Ponza, is a popular destination for its landscapes, caves, and coves.
Overview of the Pontine Islands
The Pontine Islands are a group of six small volcanic islands, part of which is a marine reserve. The main island, Ponza, is a popular destination for its landscapes, caves, and coves.
Key Facts
- Type of place: archipelago.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location:
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- Number of islands: 6.
- Main islands: Ponza and Ventotene, which are also the only inhabited ones.
- Population: 4,066 inhabitants (2011).
- Area: 11.39 km².
- Highest point: 280 m.