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The little known Aeolian Islands just of the northern coast of Sicily are an undiscovered delight, particularly if you're looking for peace and quiet surrounded by the pleasures of nature. Acireale villas The sea is deep blue, warm and clear, ideal for underwater swimming and fishing, accompanied by flying-fish, swordfish, turtles, sea-horses and hammerfish. Acireale villas. The islands are bathed in a limpid clear light, setting off the black volcanic pumice stone. Nebrodi Holiday Accommodation Vines are cultivated on the coastal strips and around the towns. Diving Centres Dive Sites and Schools Lipari On the island of Vulcano bathe in its warm sea-water, heated by underground volcanic springs. Acireale villas. The active volcano on Stromboli offers a spectacular opportunity to observe lava flows and frequent noisy minor eruptions. Acitrezza AgriturismoFor touring the island can be roughly divided into the north-shore and south-shore areas. Siracusa Syracuse villas The north shore has reefs, olive groves, secluded coves and countless seaside resorts including Cefalu, a gorgeous Arab-Norman city with good beaches. Acireale villas. West of center of the north coast is Palermo the ancient capital and the island’s largest city. Be sure to visit the central market and 12th-century Monreale Cathedral which is 6 mi/8 km west of town (it has impressive biblical mosaics). Car Hire Sant Agata Militello About 50 mi/80 km west of Palermo lies the ancient village of Erice atop a mountain: It still has remains of a temple dedicated to Venus. Acireale villas. The southern coast has an even milder climate so there’s swimming most of the year (although it can get cold there between November and March). Acireale Tours and Excursions
Sicily is a mountainous island — an extension of the Apennine Mountains separated from the mainland by the Straits of Messina. Acireale villas There are many reasons to visit Sicily: water sports, beaches of rock and sand (including black sand), natural beauty, good food and friendly people. Pozzallo Villa Rentals
Acireale villas Among the areas not to be missed are Agrigento (to see the Valley of the Temples); Acireale (to see puppets); Taormina (a unique beautiful town perched on cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean); and Mt. Etna (10 902 ft/3 323 m) an active volcano on the east coast—its crater is difficult to reach so bring a guide and dress warmly. Ustica Hotels In April 1987 two people were killed when Mt. Etna erupted. Although it can erupt at any time — most recently in January 1992 — deadly incidents aren’t common. Acireale villas. There’s good winter skiing with great ocean views from the mountain; drive the 120 mi/200 km around its base to see a wide variety of scenery. Messina Villa Rentals Among the ancient Greek and Roman ruins on the island are the Taormina Greek theatre and San Domenico Monastery near Messina the Greek theater. Acitrezza villas In Syracuse the 5th-century BC Temple of Concord in Agrigento and the Casale Armerina (a jewel of a Roman villa with wonderful mosaics) in the town of Piazza Armerina near Enna. Acireale villas. It’s also possible to visit the Pantelleria Islands, the Pelagian Islands and the Aeolian Islands from Sicily. Cheap flats in Marsala There’s enough there to keep one busy for eight days.
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