• Castello Aragonese
The park is located in the municipality of Barano, immersed in a huge garden, with terraces, The hermitage on a rock, dated 474 B.C, erected by Hieron of Syracuse, has been owned by different populations: from the Greeks to the Romans, Arabs, the Angevins, who connected the castle to the island with a stone bridge, with which you can reach the entrance of the castle and then by elevator or through an old mule track that allows you to reach the gardens, walls, ruins and hills.The castle has experienced a long period of neglect, before being restored during the '900 and opened to the public in more recent years. Today it is possible to visit most of the castle, the abbey, the convent, the prison and the surrounding walls, from which you can admire an absolutely extraordinary panorama!
A truly incredible place, all to admire and explore! You will still feel the mystical and ancient air of history walking by your side, making you relive ancient splendor. To be seen absolutely!
The Sant’Anna celebration
The most awaited event on the island of Ischia could only take place under the Aragonese Castle or, to be more precise, in the stretch of sea between the castle and the small chapel dedicated to St. Anne. Thousands of people crowd the rocks around the castle every year on July 26th to watch the parade of allegorical boats. Another consistent part of the public is instead in water on board of big and small boats to follow the event by sea. A relatively young tradition, born in the '30s of the last century, but in a few years has become one of the most popular events in Campania. Do not miss!!!!!!! Reach and visit the village of Ischia Ponte (closed to traffic almost all day) with Taxischia will avoid many problems: one of our drivers will take you to the bridge and will wait for you after the visit, at the agreed time.
• The church of Soccorso
The most famous and fascinating church of Ischia, is located in the municipality of Forio. It was built in 1350 and is a beautiful mix of different architectural styles. t takes its name from the promontory on which it stands, directly overlooking the sea: it offers a breathtaking view ... Do not miss the sunset, from which sometimes you can see the famous "Green Ray".
• The Fungo
In the small bay, in front of the course of Lacco Ameno, the smallest of the island of Ischia, you can not help but notice a rock, which the water and the wind have given over time the shape of a mushroom. Detached from Mount Epomeo, this huge boulder of green tuff, about 10 meters high, has become one of the most popular symbols of the island, absolutely one of the most photographed!!!
• Sant'Angelo
It is considered the most characteristic fishing village of the island of Ischia in the municipality of Serrara Fontana.
Here you can admire a small island called the Tower, connected to the village by an isthmus, in a natural frame of beauty. Renowned tourist destination is instead the famous Piazzetta that overlooks the sea, full of stores restaurants and bars.
September 29 is an important day for the village, because it celebrates San Michele. The days of celebrations are usually two, September 29 and 30, and the Saint is carried in procession on September 30 after the morning mass, along the streets of the village accompanied by the band in the square, where it is set up a small altar that will host him until sunset.
In the evening the Saint is carried back in procession but this time by sea, starting from the small port along a route that goes to Sorgeto and Maronti Bay, accompanied by music and fireworks.
His return to the square will be greeted with a fireworks display. Do you want to make a detour to Sant'Angelo? Maybe for a walk, just for an aperitif or for dinner? Call us.
• Giardino La Mortella
The most beautiful park in Italy in 2004
La Mortella, a singular name that takes its cue from the myrtle bushes present in the place. A botanical garden located in the municipality of Forio, defined as a real corner of paradise owned by the English musician-composer William Walton.
In this enchanting garden you can admire particular trees and plants from all over the world, water paths that allow the cultivation of aquatic plants that make the rocky environment very suggestive and particular. In the highest part of the garden, visitors can enjoy a splendid view overlooking the Bay of San Francesco in Forio.
You can reach Giardini della Mortella with Taxischia from your hotel or from the port of Ischia, if you are visiting the island only for one day. One of our drivers will be there and will pick you up.Call us