Guide of Forio (Ischia)

Forio is the largest and most populated town on the island of Ischia. Its name is derived from the Greek word phoros, which means fertile, and the area has always been abundant in vegetation. Forio not only offers beautiful beaches and unforgettable views, but there are also other interesting spots to explore such as the coastal towers that were built as a defence, Torrione is the most famous. A brief history of Forio The first people that inhabited Forio were from Greece, from the island of Eubea and remains of a farming village dating back to the Greek colonial period have been excavated. Ho... [More information]