Enna County
Enna: “The Navel of the World”
In the heart of Sicily, perched at 948 meters above sea level, Enna is the highest provincial capital in Italy. With ancient origins and...
Catania County
Acireale: The City of 40 Churches
Founded in 1326, Acireale is celebrated for its splendid Baroque architecture, including its Cathedral (1597-1618), the basilicas of Saints Peter and Paul and Saint...
Trapani County
Mazara del Vallo: Home of the Dancing Satyr
Mazara del Vallo, an ancient Phoenician settlement at the mouth of the Màzaro River, reached its peak splendor under Arab and Norman rule. Today,...
Messina County
Patti: At the Foot of the Nebrodi Mountains
On the slopes of the Nebrodi Mountains, Patti is known for its cathedral, which houses the Renaissance sarcophagus of Queen Adelasia and a valuable...
Trapani County
Trapani: The City of Mysteries
Known as Drepano by the Sicani and Elymi, Trapani flourished during the Arab, Norman, and Aragonese periods. Its charming historic center is a delight...
Trapani County
Erice: The Hilltop Town with Views of the Egadi Islands
Perched at an elevation of 751 meters atop Mount Erice, this ancient town boasts a rich history dating back to Phoenician and Greek times....
Catania County
Catania: The Athens of Sicily
Founded in 729 BC by Greek settlers, Catania is a city steeped in history. It boasts impressive Roman ruins and the iconic Castello Ursino...
Syracuse County
Syracuse: 3000 Years of History, Art and Culture
Founded in 734 BC by Corinthian settlers, Syracuse is one of the most important archaeological centers of ancient Greek civilization and one of Italy's...
Agrigento County
Agrigento: The City of the Valley of the Temples
Founded in 581 BC, Agrigento is a city of contrasts, blending ancient and modern worlds. The old city, once the Greek Akragas — described...
Ragusa County
Ragusa: The City of Baroque and Sicilian Fine Cuisine
Ragusa, and especially its historic district of Ragusa Ibla, is a treasure of Baroque architecture, with stunning monuments at every turn. The Museo Archeologico...
Palermo County
Monreale: The Mosaics of the Cathedral
Perched above Palermo and overlooking the Conca d’Oro, Monreale was once the hunting reserve of the Norman kings. Its cathedral complex is a masterpiece...
Palermo County
Palermo: A Unique City in the World
Inhabited since prehistoric times, Palermo — once known as Panormos ("all-port") — has been shaped by the many cultures that ruled it, leaving behind...
