There are many historic buildings in the city, one of the districts, built in an Arabic style, is very attractive. Sciacca has many points of interest: seaside, thermal bath, relics, churches, and a historic carnival. Sciacca is known from the ceramics and vases made there, and the many shops, coffee shops, and restaurants found in…
Road trip
Agrigento
Agrigento is surrounded by green and blended with bustling modern apartment blocks. They curve around Sicily’s oldest tourist site, the Valley of the Temples (or Valle dei Templi), which placed on the map of wonders first by Goethe in the 18th century. Once Pindar, the ancient Greek poet said, that the people of Akragas (ancient…
Mount Etna
Mount Etna is arguably one of the most famous volcanoes of Europe. It stands on the east coast of Sicily, Italy, in the Province of Catania, between Messina and Catania. It is the tallest active volcano of the old continent with its 3,329 meters. Ancient Greeks said that the forges of Hephaestus – the mighty…
Siracusa
There are only a few places in the world where the past and the present, the myths and the reality live in such a harmony with each other. Siracusa is such a place like this. Its old town built from white marble is surrounded by the modern part of the city almost politely. Although Syracuse…
Capo d'Orlando
Capo d’Orlando, a charming coastal town on the northern coast of Sicily, offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, history, and modern amenities. Nestled between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Nebrodi Mountains, this picturesque destination is renowned for its stunning beaches with crystal-clear waters and fine golden sand. Visitors can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while…
Taormina to Savoca
If your idea of Sicily is sea, lemon smell, flowers, sun and beautiful landscape including the Vulcano Etna you must visit Taormina, Isola Bella beach, Castelmola, Savoca. It’s a summer trip and you can do it in one day renting a car. You can get this places from Catania or from Messina, depending on where…
Scopello
Scopello, situated in a rocky inlet, is an idyllic small village in the northwestern corner of Sicily, found to the west of Palermo Airport. The beauty of this place has recently attracted film directors and famous photographers. Scopello and its famous rock towers (Faraglioni di Scopello) have appeared in the film Ocean’s Twelve. A couple…
Modica
The most beautiful Baroque cities in Sicily are located in the Val di Noto. Siracusa, Noto, Ragusa or Catania is one of the most famous Modica. Unlike Ragusa or Noto on the hilltop, it is built in Modica Valley, giving the city its unique location. We can see the magnificent manifestations of the Baroque Sicilian…
Alcamo
Alcamo, located in northwestern Sicily between Palermo and Trapani, is a vibrant town known for its rich history, natural beauty, and winemaking tradition. Dominated by the imposing Alcamo Castle, the town offers a blend of medieval charm and modern vibrancy. Alcamo Marina boasts pristine sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters, making it a popular destination for…
Milazzo
Milazzo has a strategic position at the base of a widely stretching mountain, the Barcellona Pozzo di Gotto on a peninsula 5kms out on the Tyrrhenian Sea, at the north-eastern part of Sicily. This gave the city an important role since its foundation more than 2,500 years ago. In recent days, Milazzo is the gateway…