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==Gela, Sicily, Italy==
 
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Gela is a large industrial city and commercial port situated around 30 miles NW of [[Marina di Ragusa]] and 20 miles E of [[Licata]] in [[Sicily]].  Once an important Greek colony, Gela was largely destroyed by the Carthaginians in 405 BC and only revived in the 13th century AD under the rule of the Hohenstaufen dynasty.  Gela was later the principal focus of the allied landings in Sicily in July 1943 during the operation to liberate the island from the Axis powers.  More recently, the city was a hotbed of Mafia intrigue, a situation that has only begun to change in the past decade with  some modest investments in the historical centre and the sea frontage.  Although an important commercial harbour, Gela is subject to continual silting and considerable care is needed both on entering and maneuvering inside in view of the variable depths.  Entry is only recommended in daylight and in settled conditions.
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Gela is a large industrial city and commercial port situated around 30 miles NW of [[Marina di Ragusa]] and 20 miles E of [[Licata]] in [[Sicily]].  Although an important commercial harbour, Gela is subject to continual silting and considerable care is needed both on entering and maneuvering inside in view of the variable depths.  Entry is only recommended in daylight and in settled conditions.
==Charts==
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==Weather==
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The prevailing wind on the south coast of Sicily during the summer is a SW seabreeze, which rarely gets up much above force 4-5.  Most of the harbours along the south coast are liable to swell in strong southerly winds which are, however, rare outside the winter months.
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The prevailing wind on the south coast of Sicily during the summer is a SW sea breeze, which rarely gets up much above force 4-5.  Most of the harbours along the south coast are liable to swell in strong southerly winds which are, however, rare outside the winter months.
Sources for weather forecasts:  
Sources for weather forecasts:  
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* There is a continuous (computerised voice) weather forecast on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation
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* There is a continuous (computerized voice) weather forecast on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation
* The same forecast is given in Italian and English on VHF coastal stations following a notification on channel 16
* The same forecast is given in Italian and English on VHF coastal stations following a notification on channel 16
* Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at Roma, Cagliari ([[Sardinia]]) and Augusta ([[Sicily]])
* Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at Roma, Cagliari ([[Sardinia]]) and Augusta ([[Sicily]])
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==Islands==
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==Communication==
==Communication==
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==Navigation==
==Navigation==
The harbour is subject to silting.  The best water on entry is to starboard, close to the eastern breakwater, where depths are 2.5 - 3.0 metres.   
The harbour is subject to silting.  The best water on entry is to starboard, close to the eastern breakwater, where depths are 2.5 - 3.0 metres.   
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==Entrance==
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Gela is a port of entry to [[Italy]].
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[[{{PAGENAME}}]] is a port of entry for Italy. For details ''see [[Italy#Entrance|Entrance: Italy]]''.
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==Berthing==
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The nearest alternative shelter is at Licata, 20 miles to the W.
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The nearest alternative shelter is at [[Licata]], 20 miles to the W.
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==
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Slipway.  Mobile crane (45T).  Engine, electrical and  electronic repairs.  Steel, wood and fibreglass repairs.  Divers.  Toilets and showers. 
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====
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|Water| Water on the pontoons
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Fuel station on the north side of the inner harbour.  Water on the pontoons.  No electricity. 
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|Electricity| N/A (Not Available).
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==Things to do Ashore==
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|Fuel| Fuel station on the north side of the inner harbour
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|Repairs| Slipway.  Mobile crane (45T).  Engine, electrical and electronic repairs.  Steel, wood and fiberglass repairs.  Divers
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==Tourism==
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====History====
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Once an important Greek colony, Gela was largely destroyed by the Carthaginians in 405 BC and only revived in the 13th century AD under the rule of the Hohenstaufen dynasty.  Gela was later the principal focus of the allied landings in Sicily in July 1943 during the operation to liberate the island from the Axis powers.  More recently, the city was a hotbed of Mafia intrigue, a situation that has only begun to change in the past decade with some modest investments in the historical centre and the sea frontage.
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====Places to Visit====
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The town is ugly but has several interesting ancient archaeological sites.
==Friends==
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==Links==
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''See [[Italy#References & Publications|Italy]]''.
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''See [[Italy#References|Italy]]''.
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* Information compiled from web research and accounts by yachtsmen (please update if possible) --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 17:59, 28 October 2010 (UTC)
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[[Category:Ports - Italy]]
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Latest revision as of 07:45, 21 August 2018

World ▶ Mediterranean ▶ Italy ▶ Sicily ▶ Gela

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Gela
Port of Entry
37°03.861'N, 014°13.783'E Chart icon.png
lat=37.06435 | lon=14.22971 | zoom=15 | y
Gela.jpg
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Gela harbour showing the extensive shallows

Gela is a large industrial city and commercial port situated around 30 miles NW of Marina di Ragusa and 20 miles E of Licata in Sicily. Although an important commercial harbour, Gela is subject to continual silting and considerable care is needed both on entering and maneuvering inside in view of the variable depths. Entry is only recommended in daylight and in settled conditions.

Charts

Admiralty
2123 - Capo Granitola to Capo Passero
Italian
917 - Da Capo Rassello ad Augusta e Isole Maltesi

Weather

The prevailing wind on the south coast of Sicily during the summer is a SW sea breeze, which rarely gets up much above force 4-5. Most of the harbours along the south coast are liable to swell in strong southerly winds which are, however, rare outside the winter months.

Sources for weather forecasts:

  • There is a continuous (computerized voice) weather forecast on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation
  • The same forecast is given in Italian and English on VHF coastal stations following a notification on channel 16
  • Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at Roma, Cagliari (Sardinia) and Augusta (Sicily)

Passages

See Aegean to West Mediterranean Passages.

Islands

None.

Communication

Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.

Also see Cruiser's Nets

Navigation

The harbour is subject to silting. The best water on entry is to starboard, close to the eastern breakwater, where depths are 2.5 - 3.0 metres.

Entrance

Gela is a port of entry for Italy. For details see Entrance: Italy.

Berthing

Berth wherever you can find space on one of the four pontoons in the inner part of the harbour. One of the pontoons is ostensibly reserved for visitors. Depths at the pontoons are between 2.5 and 3.0 metres. Maximum length 20 metres. Shelter here is good, although there can be a swell in strong southerly winds.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

The nearest alternative shelter is at Licata, 20 miles to the W.

Amenities

Facilities
Water Water on the pontoons
Electricity N/A (Not Available).
Toilets In the port
Showers In the port
Laundry ?
Garbage ?
Supplies
Fuel Fuel station on the north side of the inner harbour
Bottled gas ?
Chandlers ?
Services
Repairs Slipway. Mobile crane (45T). Engine, electrical and electronic repairs. Steel, wood and fiberglass repairs. Divers
Internet ?
Mobile connectivity ?
Vehicle rentals ?

Provisioning

{Green|Give the names and locations of supermarkets, grocery stores, bakeries, etc.}}

Store name1/wiki/Gela#.3Cspan_style.3D.22color:magenta_.22.3EStore_name1.3C.2Fspan.3EProvisions icon Store name1 [[Gela#Store name1|Store name1]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd description, location, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.

Store name2/wiki/Gela#.3Cspan_style.3D.22color:magenta_.22.3EStore_name2.3C.2Fspan.3EProvisions icon Store name2 [[Gela#Store name2|Store name2]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd description, location, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.

Eating out

Give the name of recommended restaurant, tavernas, pastry stores, etc.

  • Location1
Name/wiki/Gela#.27.27.3Cspan_style.3D.22color:magenta_.22.3EName.3C.2Fspan.3E.27.27Eatingout icon Name [[Gela#Name|Name]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd description, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.
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Name/wiki/Gela#.27.27.3Cspan_style.3D.22color:magenta_.22.3EName.3C.2Fspan.3E.27.27Eatingout icon Name [[Gela#Name|Name]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd description, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.

Transportation

List transportation (local and/or international.)

Tourism

History

Once an important Greek colony, Gela was largely destroyed by the Carthaginians in 405 BC and only revived in the 13th century AD under the rule of the Hohenstaufen dynasty. Gela was later the principal focus of the allied landings in Sicily in July 1943 during the operation to liberate the island from the Axis powers. More recently, the city was a hotbed of Mafia intrigue, a situation that has only begun to change in the past decade with some modest investments in the historical centre and the sea frontage.

Places to Visit

The town is ugly but has several interesting ancient archaeological sites.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

References

See Italy.

Comments

We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.

Verified by

Date of member's last visit to Gela and this page's details validated:

  • Information compiled from web research and accounts by yachtsmen (please update if possible) --Athene of Lymington 17:59, 28 October 2010 (UTC)

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