Sant’Angelo: A Mediterranean Gem One must-see spot when visiting the island is Sant’Angelo, a true jewel among the fishing villages of the Mediterranean.
Bathed in the southern sun, Sant’Angelo was just a humble fishing village until the 1950s. And while it has since become a chic and exclusive retreat, it still retains the authentic soul of a seaside town that seemed to spring up almost by accident. Tiny colorful houses climb up the hillside. A round little harbor, an uninhabited islet, and Mount Sant’Angelo itself—connected to the rest of the village by a narrow strip of land— make up the entirety of this quaint place. Small, but that’s what makes it so charming.
Intimate and serene, Sant’Angelo is an exclusive vacation destination. The ban on motor vehicles, the elegant boutiques and jewelry shops, and the refined little restaurants all speak to the success of its quiet luxury.
A scenic walk lined with cypress trees and garden views leads you down to Maronti Beach, the largest on the island. Thermal spa lovers will find several wellness resorts right in Sant’Angelo. And just beyond, on Maronti Beach, you’ll discover the ancient thermal baths of Cavascura—a rustic paradise for those who love the raw beauty of natural, time-honored health and wellness rituals.
