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Sicily, the largest of the Mediterranean islands, lies between southern Italy and North Africa. Cheap Caltanissetta Hotels The island can be seen as a "stepping stone" between Europe and Africa. Information about Catania. A beautiful, mountainous island, Sicily has been occupied by a series of migrants and invaders. These include the Greeks, Cathaginians, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, Angevins and Spaniards. In 1861 Sicily became part of Italy when Garibaldi united the Kingdom of Italy and the island. Information about Catania Eighty-five years later Sicily achieved "relative independence". This means that although Sicily belongs to Italy it is responsible for much of its own local affairs. Information about Catania. The island is divided into nine provinces: Agrigento, Caltanissetta, Catania, Enna, Messina, Palermo, Ragusa, Siracusa and Trapani. Discount hotels Catania Throughout history islands have been invaded by foreign powers. Booking Hotels Enna However, Sicily's rugged terrain has provided its people with a degree of protection as many of its towns and villages are high in the mountains.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. Information about Catania The sea is deep blue, warm and clear, ideal for underwater swimming and fishing, accompanied by flying-fish, swordfish, turtles, sea-horses and hammerfish. Information about Catania. The islands are bathed in a limpid clear light, setting off the black volcanic pumice stone. Tourist Information office centre Erice Vines are cultivated on the coastal strips and around the towns. Eolie Aeolian Islands lodging On the island of Vulcano bathe in its warm sea-water, heated by underground volcanic springs. Information about Catania. The active volcano on Stromboli offers a spectacular opportunity to observe lava flows and frequent noisy minor eruptions. Places of interest in Sicily
The Aeolian Islands off the coast at Milazzo are well worth a visit. Information about Catania 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. Information about Catania. The island of Lipari is the most developed. Nightlife Entertainment in Campo Bello di Mazara Sample some of the island’s sweet white Malvasia wine while here. Head for Taormina – Sicily’s most picturesque town. Tourist Information office centre Lipari 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. Information about Catania. The town was an important centre for trade and art through successive Roman, Norman, Spanish and French rules. Giarre Villa Rentals
For touring the island can be roughly divided into the north-shore and south-shore areas. Sciacca Tours and Excursions The north shore has reefs, olive groves, secluded coves and countless seaside resorts including Cefalu, a gorgeous Arab-Norman city with good beaches. Information about Catania. 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). Calendar of events in Egadi Islands 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. Information about Catania. 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). Giarre Agriturismo
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