Sicily, Italy
Sicily is the largest and most densely populated island in the Mediterranean, located just off the “toe” of Italy's “boot”. Must see sights include Valley of the Temples and the Byzantine mosaics at the Cappella Palatina.
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Modica
A UNESCO Heritage town, Modica was heavily damaged in 1693 by earthquake. Rebuilt in Baroque style, wander its winding streets past extravagant churches and palaces and taste its famous chocolate.
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Taormina
One of Italy's most historic holiday resorts, Taormina is a picturesque small town perched on a slope high above the Ionian Sea on the eastern coast of Sicily.
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Cefalu
Cefalu is notable for beautiful sunsets, unpretentious charm and sandy beaches. A visit to the Duomo should not be missed, an imposing two-towered Norman cathedral.
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Castelbuono
A small medieval village that grew up in the 14th century around its castle, which was built by the Ventimiglia family. Piazza Margherita marks the centre of the town.
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Palermo
Palermo is Sicily's regional capital, a busy port city on the north-western coast of the island. Palermo's a great place to eat authentic Sicilian dishes, including street food, at reasonable prices.
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Monreale
Monreale is a historic hill-town just outside Palermo. It's a picturesque place most famous for the fine mosaics in the town's great Norman cathedral.
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Erice
Erice is an unforgettable medieval hilltop town with ancient origins. The historic town is surrounded by defensive town walls, crowned by a castle, and dominates the area from its mountainous height.
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Trapani
Located on the western coast of Sicily, Trapani is a fishing town which is renowned for its fine seafood and Sicilian cuisine. It makes a good base for tourists exploring this part of the island.
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Selinunte
Selinunte is one of Sicily's great Greek archaeological sites. The lack of development allows visitors to imagine the ancient town of Selinus as it would have been two and a half thousand years ago.
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Agrigento
Agrigento is situated on Sicily's southern coast, and the town's Valley of the Temples (Valle dei Templi) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the greatest legacies of ancient Greece.
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Piazza Armerina
Piazza Armerina is a pretty and historic town nestled into the heart of Sicily. It is most famous for the truly astonishing classical mosaics at the Villa Romana del Casale.
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Mount Etna
Mount Etna, or Etna, is an active stratovolcano on the east coast of Sicily.
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Noto
Noto is famous for its Baroque architecture, and since 2002 it has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site 'Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto'.
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Syracuse
Syracuse is a city on the Ionian Coast of Sicily, known for its ancient ruins.
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Portorosa
The small but lively resort of Portorosa makes for an enjoyable holiday. Portorosa’s main activities are boating and water sports. The marina is the largest in Sicily and oozes sophistication.
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Vulcano Island
Vulcano is a small volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, part of the Aeolian Islands and approx 25km north of Sicily.
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Filicudi Island
The Island of Filicudi is located northeast of Sicily. Capers, vines, olive trees and carob trees are characteristic of the wild countryside, dominated by red rocks with various weather-beaten shapes.
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Salina Island
Salina is the second largest in the archipelago of the Aeolian Islands. Due to its numerous fresh water springs, the island is quite green and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Stromboli Island
Stromboli is a small island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, off the north coast of Sicily. It is a part of Aeolian Islands and contains one of the three active volcanoes in Italy.
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Panarea Island
For an elegant island escape, Panarea is the perfect destination. It is the smallest and prettiest of the Aeolian Islands.
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Lipari Island
Lipari is the largest and most populated of the Aeolian Islands. Its town is a lively and busy place with picturesque streets, an attractive harbour and a historic castle.
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Catania
An ancient port city on Sicily's east coast. It sits at the foot of Mount Etna, an active volcano with trails leading up to the summit.
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Ortygia Island
Ortigia is a small island which is the historical centre of the city of Syracuse, Sicily. The island, also known as Città Vecchia, contains many historical landmarks.
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Ragusa
Ragusa is one of the most picturesque towns in Sicily. The view from the upper town over Ragusa Ibla on its own separate hilltop is quite breathtaking.
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Caltagirone
Swirling patterns, vibrant colours, painstakingly detailed designs. Wherever you go in Caltagirone this is what you will see: ceramics is the name of the game and it has been for millennia.
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Segesta
High up in a mountainous area towards the west of Sicily is the beautiful and magical Segesta archaeological complex. The archaeological area is a must see for visitors to the area.
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Miraglia Forest (Nebrodi)
The Nebrodi Mountains are the most lushly forested region of Sicily. Situated to the immediate north of Etna, the range boasts some of the island's highest peaks after the volcano itself.
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Cesaro
Cesaro is a medieval village. The most important monuments of the village are the Church of Maria SS Assunta, the Castle of Duca Colonna, built in 1350 and the Palazzo Zito.
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Randazzo
Randazzo is the nearest town to the summit of Mount Etna. Placed in a strategic position between the Alcantara and Simeto rivers, it is a pretty town with medieval character.
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Pozzallo
Pozzallo sits on the southern tip of Sicily on the Mediterranean side of the island. The town is heralded for its clean beaches and sparkling water.
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Marsala
Marsala can boast of beautiful beaches, where many athletes enjoy Kite Surfing by taking advantage of the winds of the Strait. Close by is the Island of Mozia, an important archaeological site.
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Milazzo
Milazzo is the main port of departure for those heading to the Aeolian Islands. The old town centre itself is charming with fine old buildings and churches, while the cape is also worth exploring.
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Favara
The town of Favara makes for an interesting off-the-beaten-track day trip, thanks to the presence of its innovative artists' community.
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Carruba
Carruba is a small town in the region of Sicily. The area is abundant in beautiful carob trees - a protected vegetable crop in Sicily.
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Capo d'Orlando
Popular holiday destination with sandy beaches stretching down the coastline. Head to the promontory for great views of the town and sea. Be sure to sample the renowned Sicilian granita.
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Messina
The main entrance point to Sicily, make sure to stop by Piazza Duomo at midday to witness the carousel of bronze figures on the largest astronomical clock in the world.
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Riviera Dei Ciclopi
Riviera Dei Ciclopi has a beautiful rocky coastline with interesting geology and history. Mythical stories and legends add an intriguing aspect to this area.
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Acireale
Acireale offers stunning views of the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna, fine architecture and mythical legends. Its vibrant Carnevale features spectacular floats and dancers parade the streets.
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Favignana Island
With its crystal clear waters easy accessible by ferry, Favignana Island is a popular destination for a day trip or relaxing getaway. Hire a bike and discover its beauty. The Former Florio Tuna ...Read More
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Savoca
Savoca is a picturesque small village with a rich history, surrounded by vineyards, citrus trees, and olive groves. It was also used as a filming location for Coppola's movie 'The Godfather'.
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Marzamemi
Marzamemi is a picturesque fishing village. Dine by the seaside or in the beautiful town square and take your time to soak up the atmosphere of a true Sicilian village.
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Alcamo
A good base for exploring the Bosco d’Alcamo Nature Reserve and Monte Bonifato. The old town of Alcamo has a timeless charm featuring numerous centuries-old palazzos and other historic buildings.
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Mazara del Vallo
Visit the narrow alleys of the historic Arab quarter and enjoy a Mazara red shrimp, a specialty dish, in the fishing port town of Mazara del Vallo.
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Heraclea Minoa
Heraclea Minoa was an ancient Greek coastal city in Sicily. Today it is known for its archaeological site, white cliffs and sandy beach which can be accessed through a pine forest path.