Interesting facts

The island is connected to an old story telling of folk traditions, of local legends, which arouses curiosity about the events which actually took place.

The flag of Elba

The flag of Elba

The history of the Elba flag is connected to Napoleon, who offered the drape to the town of Portoferraio on the day of his arrival in Elba.

Navy Campese

Navy Campese

The municipality of Campo nell'Elba has an ancient seafaring tradition, because many famous names of the Italian navy were born in this municipality and have grown up here.

The Way We Were

The Way We Were

Section dedicated to the way Elba was back in the days, with images and articles picturing past episodes that truly happened in Elba.

Legend of Our Lady of Mount

Legend of Our Lady of Mount

Curiosity about the legend of the painting of the Virgin Mary Assumption into Heaven located in the sanctuary of Our Lady of Mount (Madonna del Monte)in Marciana.

Legend of the San Giovanni Tower

Legend of the San Giovanni Tower

The mysterious place of the tower has raised during its history many legends and popular beliefs.

The Martello and Passannante Tower

The Martello and Passannante Tower

The anarchist Giovanni Passannante was locked inside the Linguella Tower, also known as Martello Tower.

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