strategic island of the Phoenicians
Mothia, the island of the Phoenicians.
Mothia, or Mozia, is a wealthy and strategically positioned island of the Phoenicians, connected to the mainland by a narrow underwater path accessible only during low tide. Alternatively, a boat can take you across in a matter of minutes.
Mozia lies within a lagoon spanning nearly 45 hectares, located between the northern coast of Sicily, Marsala, and the salt pans of Trapani. Since 1984, the islands in the Marsala lagoon have been a protected natural area.
The island (now known as San Pantaleo) holds a small treasure trove of natural and archaeological heritage, associated with the Whitaker family, wealthy English merchants who purchased the island in the early 20th century and initiated excavations that revealed its artistic treasures.
Mothia, or Mozia, is a wealthy and strategically positioned island of the Phoenicians, connected to the mainland by a narrow underwater path accessible only during low tide. Alternatively, a boat can take you across in a matter of minutes.
Mozia lies within a lagoon spanning nearly 45 hectares, located between the northern coast of Sicily, Marsala, and the salt pans of Trapani. Since 1984, the islands in the Marsala lagoon have been a protected natural area.
The island (now known as San Pantaleo) holds a small treasure trove of natural and archaeological heritage, associated with the Whitaker family, wealthy English merchants who purchased the island in the early 20th century and initiated excavations that revealed its artistic treasures.
The tour of Mozia includes a visit to Villa Whitaker, now a museum where not only 10,000 objects found during excavations are displayed but also the exquisite Greek marble statue of the Youth of Mozia from the 5th century BC, discovered in 1979.
