What to do in Agrogento One of Sicily’s oldest towns, christened with many names and resurrected on many ruins. First of all, we need to visit the Valley of the Temples and the extraordinary exhibits displayed in its Regional Archaeological Museum to better understand that Agrigento, founded in 581 B.C. by Greek, Rhodium-Cretan colonists, to…
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5 things to do in Taormina
5 things to do in Taormina Taormina is one of the most popular destinations in Sicily. For those heading there during their holiday, we discuss the top 5 things to do in Taormina. Located in north-east Sicily beside a stretch of the island’s idyllic coastline, boasting unrivalled views of Mount Etna and possessing a fascinating…
Top 10 historical sites in Sicily
Top 10 historical sites in Sicily 1. Temples of Selinunte An ancient Greek city on Sicily’s south-western coast, left abandoned for over 2,000 years, the Temples of Selinunte are the remains of a once thriving city. Five temples are on show here, centred amid a vast acropolis. The most famous is the Temple of Hera,…
Best beaches in Sicily
Best beaches in Sicily Here, we would like to present you a short list of the most beautiful beaches in Sicily. Keep in mind that this is a small selection and that the island has more than a thousand kilometers of coast line. Have you grabbed your sunscreen, hat and sunglasses? Let’s go! Riserva naturale…
Montalbano: curiosity and info on the fiction
Montalbano: curiosity and info on the fiction Il commissario Montalbano (Inspector or Detective Montalbano) is an Italian TV series, that follows the life and investigations of the main character, Salvo Montalbano, in the imaginary sicilian town of Vigata. Up to this day, 12 seasons have been aired, for a total of 32 episodes. Each episode…
Plan a trip in Sicily
Your trip in Sicily Sicily has always intrigued artists, writers and, last but not least, filmmakers, for its art, history and landscapes. For example, if you happen to be a fan of The Godfather, you can’t miss the chance to visit Savoca, Forza d’Agrò and Fiumefreddo. Savoca is a little beautiful village – so…
