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QUINTINO SELLA (PART OF)(PROBABLY)

We're going to be honest, the "Quintino Sella (part of)(probably)" name doesn't exactly roll off the tongue, but don't let that deter you. This Italian destroyer, torpedoed off Venice in 1943, lies broken but fascinating at 22 metres. When we drop in, the first thing you notice is the sheer scale, even in its fractured state. Hull plates peel away like torn metal fabric, revealing the interior structure. Schools of glinting damselfish flit in and out of the openings, their quick movements a stark contrast to the wreck's static decay. The real draw here is piecing together the story. You can swim over the debris field, imagining the impact, and then explore the larger sections. We love seeing how nature reclaims these wrecks; fan corals bloom from twisted girders, and nudibranchs crawl along the corroded metal. Keep an eye out for conger eels peering from dark recesses – they’re always a thrill. This is a dive for those who appreciate history and the quiet drama of a sunken ship, perfect for divers comfortable navigating around an extensive, broken structure.