Sicily: Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)
Sicily by sea and nature reserves
Sea, sun and fun, beautiful beaches and enchanting islands: take an excursion by sail or motor boat to Selinunte, the Belice, Zingaro and Platani nature reserves, the Aeolian or Egadi islands or Pantelleria. The choice is you
Activities
Villa Romana del Tellaro
Some extraordinary mosaics were found on the floor of an important Roman villa from the end of the fourth century AD. The mosaics have nothing to envy the most famous mosaics of the Villa Romana del Casale.
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Trekking
Climbing this volcano is not too difficult. The view up there is fantastic on a clear day. You can even see all the Aeolian Island
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Al Tramonto
Overlooking a beautiful landscape between the blue tones of the magnificent sea of Pantelleria, and the many shades of pink a beautiful sunset, you will appreciate a perfect hospitality, the result of "quality ingredients".
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CALA LEVANTE CALA TRAMONTANA
Cala Levante and Cala Tramontana
ancient coves, sheltered by the Punic and Roman ships, from a landscape point of view, yet retain all its former beauty:
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Ragusa Ibla
After the earthquake of 1693, the district was rebuilt in late Baroque style. The district contains over fifty churches and numerous palaces in the Baroque style. The Garden Ibleo is in the eastern section.
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Sicilia Outlet Village
This big fashion village is only 40 minutes away: only the best international labels, over 100 shops and discounts up to 70% all year round!
Shopping
Cavagrande del Cassibile Natural Reserve
An unforgettable trekking amidst ancient necropolis, green water lakes and waterfalls where swimming and sunbathing surrounded by unspoilt nature
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"Infiorata": Triumph of flowers in Noto
Every year, on the 3rd Sunday of May pictures of flowers are made by local artists on Via Corrado Nicolaci, over a space of 2000 sq.mt. A wonderful show of flowers, patterns and colors in the baroque frame.
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Locanda del Colonnello, Modica Alta
Do not miss the refined fish or meat menu of the chef Accursio Capraro
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UNESCO's protectes sites down town Scicli
Scicli is unique in its beauty and simplicity ... Beneventano Palace - Palazzo Spadaro - Via Indeed, they form Pen - Church of St. John the Evangelist - Church of Santa Teresa - St. Michael's Church ... It's worth it believe
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Hidden treasures
A unique itinerary designed to introduce visitors to the secrets of Selinunte and which begins with the Greek temples. You'll experience hidden corners which surprisingly few have seen before you (prices and organization for groups).
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Sicilian Day of the Dead
On November the 2nd, Sicily celebrates the Festival of the dead, when children receive gifts from their dead relatives. In the Eastern part of the island, traditional sweets are "the deads' bones": white dough sweets on a crunchy layer.
Activities
Volcano Etna
UNESCO World Heritage, one of the must in Sicily. Excursions starts from the hotel to be booked directly at our concierge
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Pond Ondine
Powered by the Sea is a small pond of salt water, walk, about 20 minutes drive.
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Cava Grande del Cassibile Nature Reserve
Tthe landscape is characterized by a majestic valley carved into the plateau by the Cassibile creek, converging toward the bottom, where the river Cassibile flows. With a depth of 300 m Cavagrande is one of the deepest canyons in Europe
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Il Girasole
Traditional cuisine in the historic center of Modica
Tel. +39 0932 943532
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Honey: the Gold of Mt.Etna
At the volcano's slopes, Zafferana Etnea (CT) is the motherland of honey, which here is called "Gold of Mt.Etna". With its different color shades and flavors intensity, it has an impressive nutritive value.
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Balata dei Turchi
Balata dei Turchi Pantelleria, a beautiful bay with a picturesque lava that slopes to the sea surrounded by towering cliffs overlooking.
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La Locanda del colonnello
Traditional Sicilian cuisine, reinterpreted by the best Siclian chefs
Tel. +39 0932 752423
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LAGO DI VENERE
One of the most beautiful and unique locations offering the island of Pantelleria is certainly the Lake Mirror of Venus (maximum depth 12 meters), where the level of the water is an average of 2 meters above sea level.
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OK the Sea but not only that ....
Our sea is the Sicilian Channel; here we still have some untouched sandy beaches and high sand dunes that remember us that we're closer to North Africa that Turin... Think that Marina di Ragusa is southern than Tunis...come to discover thi
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Archaeological Excursion
In the ancient Bronze Age Village and his necropolis, the "Sesi"
Activities
Antica cioccolateria Bonajuto - Modica
absolutely invest one hour, during your excursion in Modica, and visit this antique Chocolate artisan! Here they do the chocolate exactly like in the year 1700 ... Go inside and tell to the artisan that I suggested to visit his shop and the
Tel. +39 0932 941225
Shopping
Baroque of Val di Noto
Val di Noto is made of different art towns, some of them are listed in the UNESCO heritage: Noto, Scicli, Ragusa, Modica, Palazzolo, Caltagirone, Militello Val di Catania and Catania, which have been rebuilt after the earthquake of 1693.
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Barbacane Castle
One of the few historical buildings which survived the bombings of World War II, a Renaissance castle consists of a body plan and irregularly quadrangular courtyard.
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Cala Levante
Cala Levante eastern part of the island. Great place for scuba diving because of the wealth of the bottom.
The stupendous cliff
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Thermal Waters
thermal waters
Cala Nikà, is characterized by different pools of water where it is common to observe small animals intent on finding refreshment. A cave with thermal water, the temperature close to 40 ° C.
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The Big Mountain
The Big Mountain (836m) is a volcanic cone remnant, around which 24 hills rise up, small craters called Cuddie.
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La Gazza Ladra
Gourmet Sicilian cuisine
Tel. +39 0932 941059
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