Details About Portoferraio

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With its lemon-yellow buildings, Portoferraio is among the most elegant and delightful of the old Mediterranean port towns. Beyond the capital lies an island of great natural beauty. Elba has more than fifty beaches tucked away in the many coves and bays on her 90 miles of coastline. The hills are covered with pine forests and wildflowers. The distinctive scent of maquis fills the air, and the sparkling blue waters are inviting.
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Attractions

Stroll through historic Portoferraio and see its massive fortresses. Admire the views and then head to Napoleon's residence at Villa dei Mulini. See the small garden and library. Along the way visit the Museum of Misericordia and enjoy the town's ambiance as you pass through the city gates and head for the waterfront. Venture into the countryside and enjoy the scenery as well as other monuments to Napoleon as well as the rugged terrain and quaint mountain villages.

Shopping

Take home some locally mined mineral and crystal specimens as well as jewelry and art objects made from the stones, local handicrafts and colorful pottery.

Currency

The Euro (EUR), the currency of the European Union, is the official currency of Italy.

 
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