Less than two hours by plane from major French cities, Mallorca, the largest island in the Balearic archipelago, offers much more than its image as a tourist destination. Stepping away from the hotel complexes, breathtaking landscapes await, both on land and at sea. Reserves to discover Mallorca is home to six areas […]
STARESO: the Corsican station of excellence for marine research in the Mediterranean Located at the tip of the Revellata, in the heart of the preserved bay of Calvi in Corsica, STARESO (Underwater and Oceanographic Research Station) has since 1972 established itself as a crucial center in the Mediterranean for the study and preservation of marine […]
The Mario wreck is located just a hundred meters from A Stagnola beach, on the Isolella peninsula in Pietrosella, South Corsica. This former tugboat, built in 1931, now rests on a sandy bottom at an accessible depth of 9 meters, offering an easy shore dive, ideal for divers of all levels. History and characteristics of […]
New shipwrecks discovered in Corsica: between History and underwater adventure Over the past few months, numerous shipwrecks have been revealed in Corsican waters, some purely by chance, others thanks to the vigilance of enthusiasts relying on valuable clues. These recent discoveries offer divers the opportunity to explore, during their next stay on the Isle of […]
A year ago, Rocco and Simone (pronounced Simónay), the managers of the Pelagos 2.0 center in Lampedusa, invited us to explore undiscovered World War II wrecks located north of the island. They have a ‘mysterious’ map indicating many points marked by local fishermen, each corresponding to an unexplored wreck. For this expedition, they propose that […]
A concentration of emotions awaits you just a few hours from home! More than just a simple Greek tourist destination, the charming port city of Epidaurus, immortalized by Dominique Barray’s snapshots, reveals an exceptional heritage. Its world-renowned ancient theater and the sanctuary of Asclepius, the cradle of ancient medicine, attract attention. But Epidaurus also holds […]
Two years ago, the Underwater Cultural Heritage Unit (UCHU), with support from the Malta Tourism Authority, granted us the necessary authorizations to explore historically rich wrecks. Taking advantage of this opportunity (see Dive! No. 25), we organized a second expedition last fall, with a reinforced team, and discovered other fascinating sites, located between 75 and […]
Each year, shipwrecks are uncovered around the world. Technological advances have made sonar and GPS essential for maritime explorations. But do these innovations really make the searches easier? The answer is not so obvious… So, where to head to discover new ocean floors? An unexpected encounter led us to Lampedusa, setting aside our certainties to […]
In recent months, many shipwrecks have been revealed in Corsican waters, some purely by chance, others thanks to the vigilance of enthusiasts relying on valuable clues. These recent discoveries offer divers the opportunity to explore, on their next trip to the Isle of Beauty, sites that are still untouched or whose histories are little known. […]
Dive into ancient history in the heart of Mediterranean depths The Mediterranean is not only a haven of biodiversity and sublime landscapes; it is also an incredible underwater museum! Ancient shipwrecks, amphoras laden with history, buried cities, or enigmatic monuments lie beneath its waters, inviting divers and enthusiasts to explore the remains of vanished civilizations. […]
