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For touring the island can be roughly divided into the north-shore and south-shore areas. Farmhouses in Siracusa Syracuse The north shore has reefs, olive groves, secluded coves and countless seaside resorts including Cefalu, a gorgeous Arab-Norman city with good beaches. Sicily apartments. 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). Ustica Agriturismo 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. Sicily apartments. 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). Tourist Information office centre Catania

Sicily 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. Calendar of events in Eolie Aeolian Islands 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. Sicily 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. Noto 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. Noto apartments 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. Sicily apartments. It’s also possible to visit the Pantelleria Islands, the Pelagian Islands and the Aeolian Islands from Sicily. Segesta Agriturismo There’s enough there to keep one busy for eight days.

Sicily apartments Sicily, a beautiful island located in the Mediterranean Sea, with its rich natural heritage, represents one of the most interesting tourist destinations. Sicily apartments. Sun, blue sea, and beaches, are the natural attractions of a place full of history and culture. Celebrated throughout the centuries by writers and poets, who have spread its fame from ancient times up to the present. Discount hotels Palermo You must Visit Taormina. Founded by the Greeks on the promontory of the Tauro Mountain, Taormina is one of the jewels of Sicily. Tourist attractions in Erice Dominated from Etna and to lean over on the sea. Cheap hostels in Nebrodi Famous for his Greek Roman Theater from which there is such a feeling of being suspended between the sea and the sky. Sicily apartments. Taormina is a tourist and pleasant town which leaves an unforgettable memory to whoever arrives in Sicily. Cheap hostels in Nebrodi

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