Syracuse, founded by the ancient Greeks, was the leading city in Sicily from the eighth century BC until conquered by the Arabs in the ninth century AD. The city of Archimedes, it is famous for its Greek monuments.
Introduction to Syracuse
Eating well in Syracuse
Ancient Greek Fortress
A boat trip on the river Ciane
Monte Pellegrino, whose rocky outline overlooks Palermo, has played an important part in the city’s history. Signs of human habitation going back to the Stone Age have been found here
Castelbuono, a small town 20 kilometres inland from Cefalù, is one of Sicily’s forgotten treasures. Developed around a medieval castle and located in a quiet, rural setting, the town contains
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