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Visit My-Sicily.com for Sicily Hotels, Holidays and Car Hire. 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. Eolie Aeolian Islands apartments The sea is deep blue, warm and clear, ideal for underwater swimming and fishing, accompanied by flying-fish, swordfish, turtles, sea-horses and hammerfish. Eolie Aeolian Islands apartments. The islands are bathed in a limpid clear light, setting off the black volcanic pumice stone. Hostels in Lampedusa Vines are cultivated on the coastal strips and around the towns. Diving Centres and Schools Sicily On the island of Vulcano bathe in its warm sea-water, heated by underground volcanic springs. Eolie Aeolian Islands apartments. The active volcano on Stromboli offers a spectacular opportunity to observe lava flows and frequent noisy minor eruptions. Nightlife Entertainment in Eolie Aeolian IslandsThe Aeolian Islands off the coast at Milazzo are well worth a visit. Eolie Aeolian Islands apartments Mentioned in Homer’s Odyssey and thought to be the home of Aeolus (the god of the wind) by the ancient Greeks, they offer spectacular volcanic scenery and fine beaches. Eolie Aeolian Islands apartments. The island of Lipari is the most developed. Campo Bello di Mazara photos Sample some of the island’s sweet white Malvasia wine while here. Head for Taormina – Sicily’s most picturesque town. Agritourism in Noto Its magnificent setting on a terrace of Monte Tauro overlooking the sea and its views of Mt Etna have long made it a top tourist destination. Eolie Aeolian Islands apartments. The town was an important centre for trade and art through successive Roman, Norman, Spanish and French rules. Agritourism in Piazza Armerina Begin your Sicilian odyssey in its capital city - Palermo. Eolie Aeolian Islands apartments Spectacularly situated along a wide sweep of bay at the foot of Monte Pellegrino, Palermo was the wealthiest and most magnificent city in Europe in the 12th century. Cheap Pozzallo Hotels Today Palermo has an air of faded grandeur and an unrivalled display of Norman art and architecture and Baroque churches. Eolie Aeolian Islands apartments. Stroll along the Via Roma and Via Maqueda in the heart of the old town and get a sense of what Palermo is all about. Milazzo lodging Don’t miss the magnificent 12th century Norman cathedral at Monreale, 8 kilometres southwest of the city. Calendar of events in Sciacca The inside of the cathedral is covered in breathtakingly glittering mosaics. Eolie Aeolian Islands apartments 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. Flats in Erice 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. Eolie Aeolian Islands apartments. 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. Car Hire Milazzo Among the ancient Greek and Roman ruins on the island are the Taormina Greek theatre and San Domenico Monastery near Messina the Greek theater. Enna Map 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. Eolie Aeolian Islands apartments. It’s also possible to visit the Pantelleria Islands, the Pelagian Islands and the Aeolian Islands from Sicily. Licata Agriturismo There’s enough there to keep one busy for eight days.
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