The Cultural Heritage of Sicily
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A holiday in Sicily is suitable for a relaxing beach holiday as well as for a varied round trip and the best way to enjoy Sicily is staying in a villa with pool.
Fascinating Relicts of an Ancient Time
On the traces of the past, Sicily has a multitude of cultural and historical sites that you can discover when you visit the island with its wonderful Mediterranean nature. Fascinating relics from over 3000 years can be found in the ancient cities. Thousands of tourists join this incredible island every year for this reason. There are plenty of ways to reach the different historical sites. One and the probably cheapest option is to get a rental car, which allows you to join all these wonderful places in a short time.The Splendid Mosaics of Palermo
Framed by mountains up to 600 metres high is the "Conca d'Or", the so-called Golden Shell and capital of Sicily, Palermo. Here you can discover not only a beautiful old town but also a lot of splendid mosaics during your holiday in Sicily.Etna: The City of the Volcano
One of the absolute highlights during your trip to Sicily is certainly the famous volcano Etna on the east coast. A hike to the crater, which is located at an altitude of 3,000 metres, is definitely worth an adventure. And the view from the summit over the whole of Sicily makes your holiday an unforgettable experience.On the endless coasts of Sicily, long beaches and dream bays await you during your journey, and in the fertile interior, lush vineyards and lemon gardens. Add to this the magical silence of the Arcadian landscapes, contrasted by the pulsating hustle and bustle of the streets and squares.
The photo right is from the hilltop town of Caltabellotta in southern Sicily, approximately 20 km. northeast of Sciacca. There are several absolutely spectacular sacrificial altars carved into the solid rock on or near the summits of the several rock pinnacles that rise above the town, some featuring roughly 100 metre sheer vertical drop-offs from the altars to the hillsides far below. "Very spectacular and beautiful" would not be an overstatement.
The Beach “Cave d’Aliga”
On the south coast, beautiful beaches with crystal clear water await you during your trip to Sicily. On the beach "Cave d'Aliga", some stretches of coast offer you both sandy and rocky beaches. Snorkellers and divers are especially well catered for here.Don’t miss the opportunity to visit this wonderful island. You can reach Sicily by plane, car, and also by train. Many different locations offer you the possibility to book a room in the various hotels of the towns and also in the fascinating B’s that are located very close to the spots like beaches and mountains.
With many thanks to Drew Parsons and Ivan Johnson for their kind support and assistance with this article, including their lovely photos.
