Sicily: Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)
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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Noto (Syracuse)
Be enchanted by the charm of a timeless city....Noto is a baroque jewel. The old town with its churches and historical buildings has evolved around the impressive cathedral of St. Nicolò.
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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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Sea of Val di Noto
A whole area of beaches: crystal clear water, at Calamosche and Vendicari, or San Lorenzo and the Cittadella, where every year sea turtles come to lay their eggs, Portopalo and Isola delle Correnti, where the 2 seas meet each other.
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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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Il Duomo a Ragusa Iblla
Il Duomo is one of the best restaurant in the word. Located downtown Ragusa Ibla this two stars Michelin is owned and drived by the Chef Ciccio Sultano and having the opportunity to dine here is a truly journey inside the Sicilian cuisine.
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Monaci delle Terre Nere for food and wine-lovers
At Monaci you can experience food&wine of the volcano's slopes through aperitifs with home-grown products, tasting tours with the guides of the Etna Wine School or a dinner at our restaurant serving organic food and refined DOC wines.
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The Donnafugata Castle
The Donnafugata Castle is about 15 km distance from La Moresca maison de charme. Just ask our concierge the description of this castle that, contrary to what the name might suggest ....
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Modica Alta
Getting lost in the maze of little lanes in Modica Alta is a unique experience and a chance to meet the locals too!
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Venus Lake
Venus' Mirror is one of the jewels of the island. Its water sparkles like a light blue and green gemstone amidst a typical lush vegetation of endemic plants. Its waters occupy the crater of an extinguished volcano.
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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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Tfe famous Caltagirone pottery
At less than 1 hour from Modica, discover the famous handicraft ateliers of pottery in Caltagirone, the ideal spot for your shopping
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Il Girasole
Traditional cuisine in the historic center of Modica
Tel. +39 0932 943532
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Natural Sauna
The Benikulà sauna is found on the ridge of the Montagna Grande and it is reached from the hamlet of Sibà. Inside the cave you may sit on the lava stone and enjoy a vapour sauna.
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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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Altamarea
Altamarea is the experience you've always wanted.
To live first and then to be told, again and again not to lose the memory, like a beautiful story that you want to take with you, ready to go back again.
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Castelbuono
This tiny town is especially famous for the castle which its name derives, and around which the city grew up in the 14th century.
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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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Lido Azzzurro - Marina di Ragusa
typical seafood restaurant right on the beach. Ask the concierge of La Moresca maison de charme to reserve your table
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Marzamemi
This small fishing village will charm you with its harbor, the old tonnara, the old fishermen's houses and the scenic main square. It's the perfect place to enjoy a Sicilian granita (sorbet) or buy typical fish products.
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MONTAGNA GRANDE
THE MOUNTAIN, "BEHIND THE ISLAND" AND RESERVE PANTELLERIA
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Gadir
An ancient fishing village with adjacent marina from the stony base. The main attraction is represented by the thermal waters that are frequented throughout the year.
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Ristorante Majore - Chiaramonte Gulfi
This so typical restaurant, belongs to the same family since the end of 1800, and since then offers the same menu. Attention because here is served "only pork".
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S.Maria del Gesù
The only church to have survived the 1693 earthquake which destroyed most of the Val di Noto, with magnificent double cloister. The church is open to the general public on Saturday mornings only.
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Donnafugata Castle
Donnafugata Castle (4km from Tenuta Cammarana) dates back to the late 1800s. Around the castle there is a large and monumental park.
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Majestic Mt. Etna
Mt. Etna is the tallest active volcano of Europe. Its different colors, ecosystems and sceneries make it a place of extreme charm and a top-destination for those who visit Sicily. Loved by trekkers, it will give you a unique experience.
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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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Restaurant La Cialoma in Marzamemi
Take the occasion of discovering the charming fishing village of Marzamemi and stop here for lunch to taste very fresh fish in a family-run place, ... and in June or September do not miss its unforgettable tuna fish fillet !
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Modica the citown of 100 churches
Located in the southern part of the Iblean mountains, Modica (UNESCO World Heritage Site) ask our concierge for the description of this beautiful pearl which is only 30 minutes from La Moresca maison de charme
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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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