The Egadi Islands are a group of three small islands located just off the western coast of Sicily, Italy. The archipelago is made up of Favignana, Levanzo, and Marettimo. Synonyms for the Egadi Islands include the Aegadian Islands, after the ancient Greek name of the region, the Isole Egadi in Italian, and the Aegean Islands, which is sometimes mistakenly confused with the Aegean Sea of Greece. The Egadi Islands are a popular destination for tourists who enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving, and swimming in the crystal-clear waters. The islands are also rich in history and there are many remnants of the ancient civilizations that once inhabited the area.