Greek Columns
Explore ancient Roman columns and rich marine life.
Boat Access
21m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, known as the ‘Wreck of the Columns’, is a popular location within the Isola Bella Marine park. It offers a compelling combination of historical interest and underwater exploration. The site features impressive columns – remnants of ancient Greek/Roman structures – that now form a beautiful part of the marine landscape. Depths range from 12 to 30 meters, providing opportunities for divers of varying experience levels. You might encounter a diverse array of marine life including Common Octopus, Flying Gurnard, Pink Flabellina, Rock Goby, Amberjack, Dusky Grouper, Painted Comber, Salema, Cardinal Fish, Damselfish, Hermit Crab, Mediterranean Moray Eel, Scorpionfish, Yellowmouth Barracuda, Bluefin Tuna, Red Shrimps and Forkbeard. The area is also known for shrimp caves and schools of barracuda swimming in the blue.
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Common OctopusFlying GurnardPink FlabellinaRock GobyAmberjackDusky GrouperPainted ComberSalemaCardinal FishDamselfishHermit CrabMediterranean Moray EelScorpionfishYellowmouth BarracudaBluefin TunaRed ShrimpsForkbeard
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Depth range from 12 to 40 meters accommodates various certifications.
Hazards:
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Current Strength:
Mild
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