Mt Etna, the largest volcano in Europe and one of the most active in the world, lies south of Taormina. Segesta apartments You are permitted to climb up to 2900m. Cheap hostels in Lampedusa. A rope marks the spot where the volcano’s unpredictability makes it unsafe to go any further. Further south, the town of Syracuse was once a very powerful Greek city. Last minute accommodation Acireale Check out the medieval buildings on the island of Ortigia which lies in the centre of town. Don’t miss the 5th century Teatro Greco – a masterpiece hewn out of rock with a seating capacity for 16,000 people. Hotels Giardini Naxos The five Doric temples in the town of Agrigento are also well worth a visit. They are the most well preserved of Sicily’s Greek ruins and are truly spectacular.  

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. Cheap hostels in Lampedusa The sea is deep blue, warm and clear, ideal for underwater swimming and fishing, accompanied by flying-fish, swordfish, turtles, sea-horses and hammerfish. Cheap hostels in Lampedusa. The islands are bathed in a limpid clear light, setting off the black volcanic pumice stone. Nightlife Entertainment in Lampedusa Vines are cultivated on the coastal strips and around the towns. Sciacca Car Hire On the island of Vulcano bathe in its warm sea-water, heated by underground volcanic springs. Cheap hostels in Lampedusa. The active volcano on Stromboli offers a spectacular opportunity to observe lava flows and frequent noisy minor eruptions. Calendar of events in Solunto

Tourism is an important earner of foreign currency. Cheap hostels in Lampedusa. There are many castles and churches in Sicily to attract the tourist and important towns such as Taormina and Cefalu thrive on the tourist industry. Sant Agata Militello Agriturismo Tours are available to visit Sicily's active volcanoes: Mount Etna, Europe's tallest volcano, and Stromboli, one of the Aeolian Islands. Palermo Hotels Other places of interest are Madonie National Park, the Baroque towns of south-eastern Sicily, the Cathedral of Monreale, the Dorian Temple and Theatre at Segesta, the ancient Greek Theatre of Taormina, the ancient town of Syracuse and the archaeological area of Agrigento. Erice photos

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