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Visit My-Sicily.com for Sicily Hotels, Holidays and Car Hire. 'To have seen Italy without having seen Sicily is not having seen Italy at all, for Sicily is the key to everything.' So said Goethe. Flats in Pozzallo. Tuscany might want a look in, and Rome might beg to differ, but Sicily, with a history of foreign occupation across the centuries, is certainly fascinating, with a real pot-pourri of culture, cuisine and architecture. Plus the odd volcano. Camping and Caravan sites in LampedusaThe Aeolian Islands off the coast at Milazzo are well worth a visit. Flats in Pozzallo 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. Flats in Pozzallo. The island of Lipari is the most developed. Diving Centres Dive Sites and Schools Catania Sample some of the island’s sweet white Malvasia wine while here. Head for Taormina – Sicily’s most picturesque town. Piazza Armerina Villa Rentals 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. Flats in Pozzallo. The town was an important centre for trade and art through successive Roman, Norman, Spanish and French rules. Segesta apartments 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. Flats in Pozzallo The sea is deep blue, warm and clear, ideal for underwater swimming and fishing, accompanied by flying-fish, swordfish, turtles, sea-horses and hammerfish. Flats in Pozzallo. The islands are bathed in a limpid clear light, setting off the black volcanic pumice stone. Places of interest in Erice Vines are cultivated on the coastal strips and around the towns. Taormina photos On the island of Vulcano bathe in its warm sea-water, heated by underground volcanic springs. Flats in Pozzallo. The active volcano on Stromboli offers a spectacular opportunity to observe lava flows and frequent noisy minor eruptions. Car Hire Agrigento Flats in Pozzallo 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. Discount cheap lodging Ragusa 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. Flats in Pozzallo. 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. Flats in Eolie Aeolian Islands Among the ancient Greek and Roman ruins on the island are the Taormina Greek theatre and San Domenico Monastery near Messina the Greek theater. Sicily lodging 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. Flats in Pozzallo. It’s also possible to visit the Pantelleria Islands, the Pelagian Islands and the Aeolian Islands from Sicily. Nebrodi Agriturismo There’s enough there to keep one busy for eight days.
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