After escaping the Sirens, in which direction does Odysseus sail toward the home of Scylla and Charybdis?

Question

Scholars have named the Straits of Messina as the home of Scylla and Charybdis. Why might these watery threats be attributed to this geographical feature?

(from the Odyssey)

Thanks!

Answer 1

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strait_of_Messina