Syracuse County
Avola: Home of the “Nero”
Famed for its wine, citrus groves, grains, almonds and olives, Avola was founded in the 11th century under Arab rule and later passed to...
Catania County
Riposto: Between Sea and Volcano
Once a vital center for the wine trade in Eastern Sicily, Riposto derives its name from the location where goods were “stored” before being...
Messina County
Milazzo: The Gateway to the Aeolian Islands
Founded in the 8th century B.C., Milazzo, known as ancient Mylai, is where Roman forces led by Caius Duilius defeated the Carthaginians in 260...
Messina County
Taormina: The Marvelous
World-renowned for its stunning monuments and breathtaking panoramic views, Taormina, originally known as Tauromenion, was founded in the IV century BC and later inhabited...
Agrigento County
Eraclea Minoa: A Marvel of History and Nature
Settled along the coast between Agrigento and Sciacca, at the beginning of Capo Bianco, Eraclea Minoa stands as one of the world's most incredible...
Palermo County
Palermo: A Unique City in the World
Inhabited since prehistoric times, Palermo — once known as Panormos ("all-port") — has been shaped by the many cultures that ruled it, leaving behind...
Messina County
Messina: The City of the Strait
Originally named Zancle by the Greeks - meaning "sickle," due to the crescent shape of its harbor - Messina has withstood the devastation of...
Palermo County
Cefalù: The Incredible Arab-Norman Pearl
Originally founded by the Greeks — its name derived from Kephaloidon (meaning "head") — Cefalù is nestled between the sea and a striking limestone...
Syracuse County
Syracuse: 3000 Years of History, Art and Culture
Founded in 734 BC by Corinthian settlers, Syracuse is one of the most important archaeological centers of ancient Greek civilization and one of Italy's...
Trapani County
Castellammare del Golfo: A Gem on the Tyrrhenian Sea
Nestled in a picturesque bay, Castellammare del Golfo takes its name from the medieval castle with a striking cylindrical tower overlooking the sea. Inhabited...
Catania County
Catania: The Athens of Sicily
Founded in 729 BC by Greek settlers, Catania is a city steeped in history. It boasts impressive Roman ruins and the iconic Castello Ursino...
Trapani County
Trapani: The City of Mysteries
Known as Drepano by the Sicani and Elymi, Trapani flourished during the Arab, Norman, and Aragonese periods. Its charming historic center is a delight...
