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Mandranova
Palma di Montechiaro (Agrigento) - Farmhouse Holidays
The Mandranova Resort combines contemporary elegance with the traditional architecture of the ancient farm houses of Southern Sicily.
Tenuta Cammarana
Ragusa (Ragusa) - Historical Residences
Steeped in the history and traditions of Sicily, Tenuta Cammarana combines the aristocratic elegance of a neo-baroque residence with the warmth of a welcoming country home.
Therasia Resort sea & spa
Vulcano - Lipari - Isole Eolie (Messina) - 5 Star Hotels
Therasia Resort sea & spa is a luxury hotel situated on the stunningly beautiful island of Vulcano, one of the seven islands which, together, form Sicily's Aeolian archipelago.
Casa Ruffino
Balestrate
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Sicily: suggestions from the insiders
Eight traditional Sicialian dammusi accommodations, steps from the three pools - freshwater, eco, and whirlpool - and the sea. The large outdoor areas guarantee maximum privacy, and air conditioning and heat maximum comfort. (Relais Euterpini) →
Experience the ancient and authentic Sicily, at the heart of Val di Noto. UNESCO world heritage site with 5 other sites in a 30km radius. Famous for its chocolate - the oldest in the world, and only 15 minutes for the sea (blue flag). (Le Case dello Zodiaco) →
Selinunte: a unique landscape suspended between the intense blue of the Mediterranean sea and sky. A land dotted with number of treasures, some of which are so well hidden that only the most fortunate of visitors will be able to find them (Baglio Villa Sicilia) →
Others
Sicily at a glance
The Trinacria of the ancient Greeks, the culture of the Normans and the influence of the Arabs. An island volatile and vibrant like its sea, its volcanoes and its people.
A sun drenched island with a splendid coastline and a landscape rich in contrasts, Sicily is a compendium of the greatest civilisations and cultures of all time, a book the pages of which filled with centuries of history and art. The Greek cities of Sicily: Agrigento, Selinunte, Segesta, and Syracuse, were among the most beautiful of the Hellenic world. Thousands of years later, todays visitors can still admire the Valley of Temples at Agrigento or watch a summer performance in the great Greek Theatre of Syracuse. The same concoction of Mediterranean cultures which has influenced the course of the islands history, has made its way in to the kitchens of Sicily, resulting in a delicious and extremely varied cuisine.
Places to stay
Sicily: gourmet addresses
- Don Camillo
- Siracusa
- In the heart of Ortigia, an eatery where to experience the delicious evolution of age-old local recipes.
- +39 0931 67133
- www.ristorantedoncamillosiracusa.it
- La Capinera
- Taormina
- Only the highest quality ingredients are used to make these deliciously simple, flavor-packed dishes.
- +39 0942 626247
- www.ristorantelacapinera.com
- Duomo
- Ragusa
- Dishes which recount the history of a land and the creativity of award-winning chef, Ciccio Sultano.
- +39 0932 651265
- www.ristoranteduomo.it
- Osteria dei Vespri
- Palermo
- In the old city an elegant restaurant where to savour Sicilian cuisine with a difference.
- +39 091 6171631
- www.osteriadeivespri.it
- La Madia
- Licata
- Product, colour and texture. Simple, creative cuisine using the finest local ingredients.
- +39 0922 771443
- www.ristorantelamadia.it
More suggestions and useful addresses
- Parco dell'Etna
- Nicolosi
- From the summit of Europe's most volatile volcano, to the destiny defying towns lying at its feet.
- www.parcoetna.ct.it
- The valley of temples
- Agrigento
- The burial grounds, temples and sanctuaries of one of Italy's most fascinating archaeological sites.
- www.parcovalledeitempli.it
- Acireale carnival
- Acireale
- A parade of floats bearing allegorical figures and flowers, Sicily's oldest and best-loved carnival.
- www.carnevaleacireale.com
