Ponza (from the ancient greek word Pòntos, Pontia, that is "sea") a beautiful Island, of volcanic origin and very ancient roots. It is a harsh, rocky island, soaked in history and magically hemmed by several sea stacks. Initially inhabited by the Phoenicians, it served as a commercial seaport in the 8th century B.C. th Island was colonized by the Ancient Greeks, then by the Roman Empire.