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Trip to Sicily (Italy)

Visiting Sicilia It is the perfect plan for an unforgettable vacation. It is the most important Italian island, and the largest in the Mediterranean Sea.

Due to its strategic position it has been conquered by many peoples, which leaves a historical and cultural heritage very interesting that you should not miss.

It's amazing how quickly you are transported to ancient Greece or even Roma thanks to archaeological sites or cities like Syracuse, Agrigento and Palermo. You breathe the coexistence of several civilizations, and the result is simply wonderful.

Sicily is the ideal destination for any tourist. Whether on the beach or in the mountains, whether you like the ancient or the modern, you can find it on this Italian island. Do you want to know more about this little paradise?

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How to get to the island of Sicily

By plane

The first thing is to know how to get to Sicily. Despite being an island, it is very well connected, it is only 3 km from the Italian peninsula. The ferry It is one of the most used transport, there are several ports in Sicily and on the peninsula and the routes are daily. It also communicates with the island of Sardinia and Tunis, which is 140 km away.

If you want to get to the island directly from Spain, you can go by plane. There are two airports main: Catania and Palermo, each one at one end of Sicily. There is also the Trapani airport, although less important. All airports are well connected with trains and buses, it is easy to get to the city.

Our recommendation is that use a good flight comparator to locate the flight that best suits your needs.

Flights to Sicily

Moving within the island is not a problem, since there is a combination of public transport for the most common tourist routes. The bus it is more popular because it is something else or economic sector. than the train. In both cases there is a wide availability of schedules, excursions a la carte.

A car rental service is also available, in case you don't want to be aware of the bus.

What to do in Sicily

You have arrived in Sicily, you know that you can move by bus… to do what?

Sicily - Ancient ruins of Taormina, Italy

Sicily - Ancient ruins of Taormina, Italy (c) Can Stock Photo

What you cannot miss is a tour, so to speak, of the gastronomy Sicilian. It is very varied and peculiar, a product of the mixture of cultures. So many conquests had to be noted in the daily life of the Sicilians, especially the Greek, Maghreb and Hebrew influence.

The ingredients used are those typical of the Mediterranean diet, the protagonist being olive oil. Fruits, vegetables, greens and fish make up the best known dishes of Sicilian cuisine. You cannot leave the island without trying the arancinni, cannoli, bucellato, caponata and different types of pasta and pizza. Eating well will give you strength to visit the beautiful places that Sicily offers.

Something that draws a lot of attention is the archeology. You can find both ruins and buildings in use that belong to all the peoples that inhabited the island. Taomirna is an example of the Greek-Roman mixture, the theater being its main symbol of this.

SIRACUSA It is a purely Greek city. It was declared in 2005 World Heritage for its beauty and historical value. In Neapolis - the most important neighborhood of the city - you can find several Greek temples, the fountain of Arethusa, altars, arches; in short, a diamond of Greek culture.

Sicily - Village of Ragusa, Italy

Sicily - Town of Ragusa, Italy (c) Can Stock Photo

In this area there is also a Roman amphitheater. You can also visit different palaces, castles and basilicas in other areas of Syracuse.

Other interesting cities are Agriento, Messina, the province of Trapani, Palermo - the capital -, and the heart of Sicily, Enna, where archeology and nature merge.

Perhaps the most popular excursion on the island of Sicily is the Etna volcano. It is located between the cities of Catarna and Taomirna, making it easily accessible. You can see the volcano from above riding a cable car, and also enjoy the hot springs that in Acireale thanks to the heat of this active volcano.

If you prefer a more active holiday, there are routes throughout Sicily Hikingthat you can do on foot, by bike or even on horseback.

What if you like the beach more?

The best beaches in Sicily

Before talking about beaches, you should know that there are not one or two seas that bathe Sicily, but three: The Mediterranean Sea, the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Ionian Sea. This makes Sicily a special island, as well as its beaches. 1500 Km of beach They give a lot to talk about, so I bring three, one for each sea.

13 km from the capital, Palermo, is the beach of Mondello in the Tyrrhenian Sea. It is the preferred destination for beach tourists in Sicily. It is characterized by its crystal clear waters and white sand. It is 2 km long and is located between two mountains: Monte Pellegrino and Monte Gallo. It is worth visiting.

The  Selinunte belongs to the Mediterranean Sea. There may be better beaches, but this one offers a spectacular view, alongside impressive Doric temples.

Of the Ionian Sea the best known are the beaches of Taomirna and SIRACUSA, east of the island.

Recommended hotels

What cannot go wrong on your vacation is the hotel. Resting well is essential to enjoy the trip and recharge your batteries. Being a tourist island you have a wide variety of hotels to choose from. Any recommendation? I have chosen the cities where the airports are.

In Palermo the best area is the historic center. You have the Palazzo Brunaccini hotel, which as its name suggests is a restored baroque style palace; It is considered a gem. A cheaper option is the Mediterranean hotel, also in the center, modern in style.

In Catania you can enjoy the romantic Hotel Liberty, which transports you to the XNUMXth century. A truly original hotel. The centrally located San Demetrio hotel is housed in a beautiful UNESCO-protected building. Cheaper than the previous one, with a more current (interior) style.

This has been a brushstroke of SiciliaIt is a charming island where you can enjoy your vacation to the fullest. Go ahead, and discover it for yourself!

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