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Sicily, the largest of the Mediterranean islands, lies between southern Italy and North Africa. The island can be seen as a "stepping stone" between Europe and Africa. Flight booking Caltanissetta. A beautiful, mountainous island, Sicily has been occupied by a series of migrants and invaders including 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. 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. Flight booking Caltanissetta. The island is divided into nine provinces: Agrigento, Caltanissetta, Catania, Enna, Messina, Palermo, Ragusa, Siracusa and Trapani. Guesthouse Agrigento Throughout history islands have been invaded by foreign powers. Etna eruption 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.

Tourism is an important earner of foreign currency. Flight booking Caltanissetta. There are many castles and churches in Sicily to attract the tourist and important towns such as Taormina and Cefalu thrive on the tourist industry. Tours are available to visit Sicily's active volcanoes: Mount Etna, Europe's tallest volcano, and Stromboli, one of the Aeolian Islands. Driving Holidays Capo Di Orlando Other places of interest are Madonie National Park, the Baroque towns of south-eastern Sicily, the Cathedral of Monreale, the Dorian Temple and Theatre at Sugesta, the ancient Greek Theatre of Taormina, the ancient town of Syracuse and the archaeological area of Agrigento. Greek temples in Capo Di Orlando

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. The sea is deep blue, warm and clear, ideal for underwater swimming and fishing, accompanied by flying-fish, swordfish, turtles, sea-horses and hammerfish. Flight booking Caltanissetta. The islands are bathed in a limpid clear light, setting off the black volcanic pumice stone. Fishing in Campo Bello di Mazara Vines are cultivated on the coastal strips and around the towns. Etna Volcano On the island of Vulcano bathe in its warm sea-water, heated by underground volcanic springs. Flight booking Caltanissetta. The active volcano on Stromboli offers a spectacular opportunity to observe lava flows and frequent noisy minor eruptions.

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