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Santo Janni Island
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Archaeological sites

Maratea (Potenza)

Santo Janni Island

Santo Janni Island lies about 500 metres off the coast of Maratea. Around the island is a submerged Roman archaeological area; a lizard subspecies also lives here, the «Santo Janni lizard» (Podarcis sicula paulae).

  • Opening hoursDive or boat visits: ask operators.
  • AdmissionCheck on site.
  • WhereCosta di Maratea (PZ)
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What to see

  • The islet, clearly visible from the coast.
  • The submerged archaeological area of Roman date.
  • The island’s wildlife, with the endemic lizard.

How to get there

The island can only be reached by sea, by boat or excursions from the port of Maratea.

Useful information

Visits to the submerged area depend on operators and permits: ask at local diving centres. Do not land without authorisation.

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