Sicily...a place where the mountains meet the sea (boasting around 1000 km of coastline).
Welcome to the land of sun, where everybody is always friendly, sociable and greeting you with a warm welcome.
Some may know of Sicily because of the Godfather film but Sicily is definitely so much more! Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and is surrounded by crystal clear waters, the sun and tranquil beaches. Sicily is not only rich in beautiful landscapes; it offers a rich and diverse history.
When you arrive, you will not be sure where to start to discover this incredible island: tour the magnificent volcano, Mount Etna (the tallest active volcano in Europe), visit the wine vineyards to taste the incredible Sicilian wines and local food; then there is Catania, with its monumental Cathedral and Baroque palaces; experience the fresh-fish market and unique chioschi on the street where you can try the most typical drinks...an experience you absolutely should not miss. Explore the coast from Acicastello with its Castle and the faraglioni of Acitrezza...an amazing view to see. Then, there’s Acireale, which is full of churches and we must not forget Taormina, the most famous and beautiful place in Sicily. Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto, patrimony of Unesco, and its Sicilian baroque architecture; Palermo full of monuments, churches and squares where the Sicilian Baroque will also impress you; the Valley of Temples in Agrigento and Segesta offering fascinating Greek history and ruins.
With its big and warm heart, Sicily will make you fall in love with its incredible atmosphere...full of different colours, sounds and aromas. The smells of an incredible variety of traditional dishes, great tastes, delicious sweets, juicy Sicilian oranges, cheeses and wines. The sound of people always talking to you about the unique sense of living in Sicily from the point of view from a Sicilian person.
Sicily...so rich in places to visit and unique experiences; it is an island you must discover....Sicily awaits you!
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