Sicily: Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)
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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Discovering Avola's almonds
In the territory of Siracusa, in Avola, one of the best kinds of almonds of Italy is produced. It is top quality and nutritious and is protected by a consortium. There are 3 types: the "pizzuta", the "fascionello" and the "romana".
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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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Antica Drogheria
In the heart of Ragusa Ibla, Antica Drogheria is a veritable gastronomic museum. You'll find biscuits and cakes, pate', cheese, honey, oil, fish delicacies, Sicilian wines and a vast selection of teas and infusions. Don't miss it!
Tel. +39 0932 652090
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Cathedral of Siracusa
Oldest Christian Church in Europe.
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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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Favare
The island's surface is alive with secondary volcanic activity consisting in hot water vapour outflows. The most important of these phenomena is the Favara Grande, on the sides of the Montagna Grande.
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Il Girasole
Traditional cuisine in the historic center of Modica
Tel. +39 0932 943532
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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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"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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MONTAGNA GRANDE
THE MOUNTAIN, "BEHIND THE ISLAND" AND RESERVE PANTELLERIA
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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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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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Osteria Il Principe e il Pirata
The Prince and the Pirate. Suitable for all occasions, the menu is characterized by seasonality of raw materials combined with the ancient Pantelleria cuisine.
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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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Punta di Nikà
Nikà tip of the inlet below the ridge flows from the rocks a spring of thermal water, where the temperature can reach up to 70 ° C.
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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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Al Cancelletto Verde
A typical Trattoria Siciliana, which has been handed down for generations, will inspire you to its genuine food, traditional, but with an eye to the presentation of the dishes, elegant and refined
Tel. +39 0913 20537
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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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Locanda del Colonnello, Modica Alta
Do not miss the refined fish or meat menu of the chef Accursio Capraro
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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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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!
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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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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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The canyon of Cava d'Ispica
A marvellous trekking amidst ancient necropolis, cave churches and wild nature ... a stone's throw from Modica
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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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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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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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La Gazza Ladra
Gourmet Sicilian cuisine
Tel. +39 0932 941059
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Punic Roman Acropolis
Punic Roman Acropolis
The Phoenicians founded a colony, Cossyra, the archaeological remains are located on the hills of San Marco and Santa Teresa in the hinterland of the capita
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