Article by Sylvia Arad
Sicily, Italy’s southern island is a region of stunning beauty rich in history. Ancient ruins, volcanoes, dazzling off-shore islands and quaint towns all make Sicily a fascinating place to visit.
Mt. EtnaAt approximately 3350 ft., Mt. Etna is Sicily’s highest mountain and Europe’s highest active volcano. Surrounded by many legends and myths, Mt. Etna is a fascinating place to visit. Easily accessible, youngsters especially will love the hike to the top and an excursion around the summit of the volcano is a real experience. Cool throughout the year, Mt. Etna is a popular skiing destination in the winter. In the summer, hikes in the woods surrounding the area and 4X4 jeep safaris along the summer offer plenty of adventure for all ages. Nearby, the scenic Alcantara Gorge, situated on the Alcantara River features beautiful rock formations created by the volcanic activity of the mountain.
Agrigento – The Valley of the TemplesSurrounded by olive groves and almond orchards, Agrigento is renowned for its archeological site, the Valley of the Temples. Here, you’ll discover the remains of 5th and 6th Century BC Doric temples. Some of these are the most complete of their time. The Temple of Concordia, on the eastern half of the site, is one of the best preserved temples of ancient times.
The Aeolian IslandsOff Sicily’s northern coast, the Aeolian Islands feature active volcanoes and craters, rugged beautiful scenery, dazzling black sand beaches and thermal resorts with water sports galore. Accessible only by ferry from Milazzo and other mainland towns, the Aeolian Islands are a paradise for water sports enthusiasts, and sailing is especially popular. The breathtaking island landscapes include deep caverns, steep cliffs and lovely seascapes. As well, the many remnants of ancient Greek ruins offer a glimpse into the region’s ancient history. Lipari, the largest island town, boasts a fine archeological museum as well as an archeological park. These islands are a wonderful escape holiday destination.
Sicily’s Ancient CavesNorthwest Sicily is home to a series of ancient caves housing drawings from the Paleolithic and Neolithic periods. The Cala Del Genovese Cave houses 32 distinct drawings of various animals are depicted. Drawn by ancient hunters and gatherers, these images date back to 9230 BC. The drawings in Addaura Cave, considered some of the finest in Sicily, depict well-defined pictures of human beings, some in movement and fine detail. Additional drawings of re-historic age can be found in the lesser known Niscemi, Puntali and Giovanna Caves depicting typical scenes of life experienced over 10 thousand years ago.
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