The rock of Homer's sea monster, where the Ruffo castle stands on a cliff above the Strait of Messina.
Below it lies Chianalea, a fishing quarter whose houses rise straight from the water, with swordfish boats moored at the doorsteps.
When to visit Scilla
Average highs and lows across the year.
What to see first
Scilla and Chianalea
Homer’s Scylla, a clifftop castle and Chianalea, a fishing quarter with houses standing in the sea.
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The year in Scilla
The rituals, races, and processions the city still keeps.
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