Forio

Tucked along Ischia’s western coast on the Tyrrhenian Sea, Forio is a town whose character is shaped by the island’s volcanic terrain and exposure to the water. Its old centre gathers around narrow lanes, churches and the waterfront, while the white Church of Santa Maria del Soccorso stands prominently above the shore. The Torrione, a circular defensive tower dating from the 15th century, recalls the need to protect the island from raids. North of town, the gardens of La Mortella were created by Susana Walton at the home she shared with composer William Walton. Citara beach and the slopes rising towards Mount Epomeo extend Forio’s setting beyond the historic streets. Find related webcams around Ischia to build a fuller picture of this volcanic island in Campania.

The terrain of Campania ranges from volcanic lowlands along the Bay of Naples in the west to Apennine uplands in the east, creating a pronounced transition from coast to interior. Naples is the region’s principal city, set beneath Mount Vesuvius, whose 79 CE eruption buried the Roman towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum. South of the bay, the Sorrentine Peninsula and the Amalfi Coast meet the Tyrrhenian Sea, while inland areas such as Irpinia are defined by hills, farmland and smaller historic towns. Campania’s identity is equally expressed through Neapolitan cuisine, especially pizza, and its long connection with the Mediterranean. Find related webcams around Campania to build a fuller picture of this southern Italian region.

Among the countries of southern Europe, Italy stands out for its Mediterranean coastline and cities marked by the legacy of ancient Rome. The Alps form its northern frontier, while the Apennines run down the peninsula and the Po crosses the broad plain of the north. Rome’s Colosseum and Roman Forum recall the ancient empire; Florence is closely associated with the Renaissance, and Venice is built across a lagoon on the Adriatic. Food changes markedly between regions, from olive-oil cooking in the south to rice dishes in the Po Valley. Sicily and Sardinia add distinct island identities to a country whose regions retain strong local character. Explore nearby webcam locations that provide complementary perspectives on Italy’s coasts, cities and mountains.