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SICILY REGIONS



Don't know your Agrigento from your Selinunte?

>>Regions of Sicily


PALERMO



Explore byzantine churches in Palermo.

>> Palermo guide


HOTELS IN SICILY




VISIT AGRIGENTO



Explore the remarkable Greek temples of Agrigento

>> Valley of the Temples


MAP OF SICILY



Find hundreds of fascinating places in all regions of Sicily

>> Map of Sicily


MILAZZO



Milazzo has an impressive fortified citadel.

>> Visit Milazzo


SICILY, ITALY - A TRAVEL GUIDE TO THIS BEAUTIFUL AND HISTORIC ISLAND

Discover all that is best about Sicily, from magnificent beaches to ancient
monuments and fine baroque towns, from secluded beaches on quiet islands to
bustling resorts and Greek Temples on this exceptional island to the south-west
of Italy.

Less well known than the beaches and coast but also worth exploring is the
interior of the island, where olive trees and vineyards create a picturesque
landscape around quiet hill villages unchanged with the passage of time - and of
course volcanic Mount Etna, still erupting occasionally to cast an ominous
shadow across the fertile land around the mountain.


PLACES TO VISIT IN SICILY

The places below include most of the highlights and places that you will
discover during your Sicily visit. See also the map of Sicily to see where on
the attractive Italian island they are to be found.

 
>> Visit Aci-Trezza
>> Visit Acireale
>> Visit Aeolian Islands
>> Visit Agrigento
>> Visit Aidone
>> Visit Akrai
>> Visit Alcamo
>> Visit Bagheria
>> Visit Caltabellotta
>> Visit Cape of Milazzo
>> Visit Carini
>> Visit Cassibile
>> Visit Castellammare del Golfo
>> Visit Castelmola
>> Visit Castroreale
>> Visit Catania
>> Visit Cefala Diana
>> Visit Cefalu
>> Visit Centuripe
>> Visit Comiso
>> Visit Corleone
>> Visit East Sicily
>> Visit Enna
>> Visit Erice
>> Visit Favignana
>> Visit Filicudi
>> Visit Gela
>> Visit Geraci-Siculo
>> Visit Giardini Naxos
>> Visit Isola Bella and Mazzaro beaches
>> Visit Ispica
>> Visit Lampedusa
>> Visit Lentini
>> Visit Levanzo
>> Visit Lipari
>> Visit Marsala
>> Visit Mazara del Vallo
>> Visit Messina
>> Visit Milazzo
>> Visit Modica
>> Visit Monreale
>> Visit Montalbano-Elicona
>> Visit Morgantina
>> Visit Mount Etna
>> Visit North Sicily
>> Visit Noto
>> Visit Novara di Sicilia
>> Visit Paceco
>> Visit Palazzolo-Acreide
>> Visit Palermo
>> Visit Panarea
>> Visit Pantelleria
>> Visit Paterno
>> Visit Patti
>> Visit Piazza Armerina
>> Visit Polizzi Generosa
>> Visit Ragusa
>> Visit Randazzo
>> Visit Realmonte
>> Visit San Cataldo
>> Visit San Vito lo Capo
>> Visit Savoca
>> Visit Sciacca
>> Visit Scicli
>> Visit Scopello
>> Visit Segesta
>> Visit Selinunte
>> Visit South-East Sicily
>> Visit South-West Sicily
>> Visit Sperlinga
>> Visit Stromboli
>> Visit Syracuse
>> Visit Syracuse - Ortigia Island
>> Visit Taormina
>> Visit Termini-Imerese
>> Visit Tindari
>> Visit Trapani
>> Visit Ustica
>> Visit Vulcano
>> Visit West Sicily
>> Visit Zingaro Natural Reserve


SICILY - AN INTRODUCTION

Sicily is more than just an island paradise on which to enjoy the beaches and
beautiful scenery - although given its location, the year round climate is
perfect for spending your days at the local beaches and touring the countryside
in order to soak up the sights.

The island is just 100 miles north of the African coast, which accounts for the
sun that shines on Sicily most of the year.

There are many things that make Sicily more than just another island. It is
historical and modern all at the same time, a unique place brimming with art,
history, archeology, folklore, and scenery, not to mention some of the best food
in the world. Following is a closer look at some of the beaches, towns, and
historical sites that should not be missed when visiting Sicily.

TOWNS, HISTORICAL SITES AND OTHER PLACES TO EXPLORE - A COUPLE OF HIGHLIGHTS

Castelmola: only 10 minutes by car from Taormina. Taormina is known for its
great views, but Castelmola, at 1800 feet above sea level, gives a whole new
meaning to the word “scenic.” The cobblestone streets of the town are
encompassed by ancient walls and from anywhere in Castelmola there is a
360-degree view of the sea, sky, and mountains of Sicily.See Castelmola.

A three-quarter mile path of stairs leads visitors up to the town center from
parking lots below where you will find Castello Normanno. This is the best place
to soak up the views from Castelmola as well as some history in the ruins of
Castello Normanno. The views include that of Mount Etna while it spews its smoke
and of the town itself scattered down the side of a mountain.

Palermo: Palermo is famous for its rich history, culture, architecture, and
food. It has played a large role in the areas history since it was formed 2700
years ago. Perhaps the most intriguing thing to see in Palermo is the Catacombe
dei Cappuccini, catacombs that were built in the 16th century. Today they still
hold the remains of over 9,000 people either in tombs or preserved by
mummification. See Palermo.

But Palermo has much more to offer like historical sights, open-air markets, and
museums.

Siracusa: of the many sites to see in Siracusa, the Duomo may be one of the more
interesting. During the 5th century BC, the Greeks built a temple to Athena over
the remains of the Duomo where even older remnants of Sicily’s history were
discovered. In the 7th century, a Christian cathedral was built on top of the
Greek structure, parts of which are still visible inside and out. See Syracuse.

Mount Etna: you don’t have to travel far to see Mount Etna since it is 10,901
feet high. It is not just one of the major active volcanoes in the world but the
largest in Europe. Mount Etna still erupts on occasion, most recently in 2008
and 2009. Despite Etna’s activity, you can walk up and down the huge dunes of
lava and wander around the surface that is reminiscent of the moon with dead
craters as long as Etna is peaceful the day you go.

BEACHES

Since Sicily is an island, it is naturally surrounded by beaches. There are
close to 40 from which to choose, although some are farther away from the towns
and may not have lifeguards.

Some of Sicily’s best beaches are on the Aeolian Islands, a volcanic archipelago
off of the eastern coast. These are easy to get to by ferry or hydrofoil. On
these little island beaches you will find gorgeous scenery, volcanoes, castles,
water sports, fishing, thermal resorts and the great beaches you are looking
for. One of these little islands is Vulcano where you can experience the vapor
jets spewing from the ground. Many people come her to soak in the sulfur
springs. Some of the archipelago’s best beaches on are Vulcano.

See Sicily beaches for some of the finest beaches on the island

SICILIAN CUISINE

Sicily has always been known for food that is a reflection of the many different
cultures that have made Sicily what it is over the years. The island is riddled
with wonderful restaurants that serve everything from Sicily’s rich desserts and
pastries like Cannoli. Seafood and cheese like pecorino or staples here. Of
course in many areas you will fine the pasta and pizza that you may picture as
typical Sicilian food.

OTHER SICILY INFORMATION FOR VISITORS

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