Embark on a holiday with a difference to Sicily! This picturesque island and region off the southern coast of Italy is a treasured paradise of culture and history. Begin your cultural heritage tour of Sicily with a visit to the UNESCO awarded archaeological area of Agrigento.
The remains of many Greek temples lay here which help tourists paint a vivid image of the deity culture that existed here around the sixth century BC.
Stay in a scenic villa in Sicily where you can relax and soak up the deliciously warm sun rays before and after your cultural trips of this incredible island and region of Italy.
The remains of many Greek temples lay here which help tourists paint a vivid image of the deity culture that existed here around the sixth century BC.
Stay in a scenic villa in Sicily where you can relax and soak up the deliciously warm sun rays before and after your cultural trips of this incredible island and region of Italy.
Fancy a lavish seaside holiday? Then look no further than the stunning seaside resort of Cefalu on the north-western coast of Sicily. Experience the perfect balance between sunbathing, land and water sports and the historical exploration of the town and rugged coastline here.
Head a little further inland to explore the charming city of Caltanisetta. See its magnificent cathedral and take photos of the majestic Triton fountain that’s built in front of it.
Less than two hour’s drive from Caltanissetta is the active volcano, Mount Etna and the city of Catania that lies on the plains below it. Be sure to also see the huge city and capital of Sicily called Palermo and the hilltop city of Ragusa.
Head a little further inland to explore the charming city of Caltanisetta. See its magnificent cathedral and take photos of the majestic Triton fountain that’s built in front of it.
Less than two hour’s drive from Caltanissetta is the active volcano, Mount Etna and the city of Catania that lies on the plains below it. Be sure to also see the huge city and capital of Sicily called Palermo and the hilltop city of Ragusa.
Taste the delights of Sicilian cuisine such as a flavoursome shellfish pasta or a steaming bowl of mussels as you travel along the coast. Or tuck into a wholesome inland bean stew made with the region’s beloved fava beans, chick peas and a mixture of seasoning and stock.
Sicily hosts many exciting festivals, especially during the summer months. Enjoy a wine festival that shows off the region’s finest harvests during the month of June in Menfi town. Or enjoy attending a Greek Theatre Festival in Syracuse and Agrigento.
There’s so much to do and see in the vibrant region of Sicily, it would require a book to fully describe all it has to offer!
Sicily hosts many exciting festivals, especially during the summer months. Enjoy a wine festival that shows off the region’s finest harvests during the month of June in Menfi town. Or enjoy attending a Greek Theatre Festival in Syracuse and Agrigento.
There’s so much to do and see in the vibrant region of Sicily, it would require a book to fully describe all it has to offer!
Photo credits
picture 1: Japs_88 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Insider93 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Paola Sersante / CC BY 2.0
picture 1: Japs_88 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Insider93 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Paola Sersante / CC BY 2.0