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Palermo was founded by Phoenicians who sailed there from their native Carthage. Agrigento Hotels The Greeks colonized the whole island, leaving some of the most beautiful and best-preserved temples they ever built at Agrigento, Selinunte and Segesta. Tourist attractions in Agrigento. Around those glorious sites they planted Sicily's first olive trees and grape vines. Cheap accommodation in Eolie Aeolian Islands Traces of the Roman period in Sicily can be found in the amphitheatres at Taormina and Siracusa, as well as in that city's Christian catacombs. But perhaps Rome's most lasting (and infamous) contribution to the island came in fostering the great land ownerships which eventually impoverished the peasantry and led, many centuries later, to the founding of secret societies aimed at destroying the fabulously wealthy landlords. Tourist attractions in Agrigento. In Palermo, these groups were known as mafia. Hotel Reservations Lampedusa Tourist attractions in AgrigentoBegin your Sicilian odyssey in its capital city - Palermo. Tourist attractions in Agrigento 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. Lampedusa weather forecast Today Palermo has an air of faded grandeur and an unrivalled display of Norman art and architecture and Baroque churches. Tourist attractions in Agrigento. 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. Farmhouses in Ragusa Don’t miss the magnificent 12th century Norman cathedral at Monreale, 8 kilometres southwest of the city. Discount accommodation Trapani The inside of the cathedral is covered in breathtakingly glittering mosaics.
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. Tourist attractions in Agrigento The sea is deep blue, warm and clear, ideal for underwater swimming and fishing, accompanied by flying-fish, swordfish, turtles, sea-horses and hammerfish. Tourist attractions in Agrigento. The islands are bathed in a limpid clear light, setting off the black volcanic pumice stone. Agrigento Hotels Vines are cultivated on the coastal strips and around the towns. Car Hire Giarre On the island of Vulcano bathe in its warm sea-water, heated by underground volcanic springs. Tourist attractions in Agrigento. The active volcano on Stromboli offers a spectacular opportunity to observe lava flows and frequent noisy minor eruptions. Capo D Orlando Tours and Excursions
For touring the island can be roughly divided into the north-shore and south-shore areas. Hostels in Acitrezza The north shore has reefs, olive groves, secluded coves and countless seaside resorts including Cefalu, a gorgeous Arab-Norman city with good beaches. Tourist attractions in Agrigento. 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). Tourist Information office centre Agrigento 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. Tourist attractions in Agrigento. 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). Trapani photos