1. Mount Etna
Address: Mt Etna, 95031 Adrano, Province of Catania, Italy.
This is an active stratovolcano situated on the east coast of Sicily is a popular tourist destination. This is considered as the highest volcano in the World with an elevation of more than 3327 meters. Due to its geological features, it is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. There were several volcanic eruptions that occurred in ancient periods over here. This is a popular hiking destination and in winter you can explore snow sports activities too.
2. Noto
Address: 96017 Noto, Province of Syracuse, Italy.
The highest attraction of this Sicilian city is its stunning architecture. This is located in the south-eastern portion of Sicily. The things you can explore here are old streets, an 18th century Noto Cathedral, Palazzo Ducezio �function as a town hall now, Palazzo Nicolaci- its amazing decorated balconies are so popular in Noto, 19th-century Porta Reale- this is considered as the entrance of Noto.
3. Aegadian Islands
Address: Aegadian Islands, Italy.
Aegadian islands are so popular in Sicily with pristine beaches, surrounded mountains, etc. This is a group of 5 small mountainous islands and through a ferry service, you can reach here. You can find wall paintings from the period of Palaeolithic and Neolithic in the caves of Levanzo and Favignana Islands, can enjoy swimming, coastal walks, boat trips and chances of getting excellent fresh seafood from here.
4. Palermo Cathedral
Address: Via Vittorio Emanuele, 90134 Palermo PA, Italy.
This is a Roman Catholic Church in Palermo, Sicily, a popular pilgrim center and attracts visitors with its stunning architecture. The church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and different styles of architecture used for its design. The interesting things to watch here are the famous portico by Domenico and Antonello Gagini, the window over the west entrance, the Baroque small side cupolas, and the sarcophagus of Emperor Frederick II of Hohenstaufen, etc.
5. Taormina
Address: CHAT AND TOUR SRL, Via Stefano Turr, 38, 90145 Palermo PA, Italy.
This is an amazing hilltop town in Sicily. It takes the attention of visitors due to its stunning location. Things you can explore here are Bella Island and a nature reserve in it, pristine beaches with coves, Porta Messina, the church of S. Pancrazio a Greco-�Roman theatre, etc. This is known as the tourist capital of Sicily.
6. Puppet Opera
Address: Via Collegio di Santa Maria, 17, 90139 Palermo PA, Italy.
This opera theatre was established in the early 1800s and considered as the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Earlier puppet shows represent the Frankish romantic poems, medieval clashes between knights and the Moors, and the main the major themes used to represent here are the sense of honor, chivalry, defense of justice and faith, the need to excel, etc.
7. The Zingaro Reserve
Address: 91010 San Vito Lo Capo, Province of Trapani, Italy.
This nature reserve was established in 1981, at San Vito Lo Capo. It has stunning beaches that overlook rugged cliffs. This is the first protected area in Sicily. The area is rich with flora& fauna, amazing sea views, the number of hiking trails, and you can find more than 650 species of plants including trees & shrubs, a variety of bird species and wildlife.
8. Vineyard tours
Address: CHAT AND TOUR SRL, Via Stefano Turr, 38, 90145 Palermo PA, Italy.
Sicily has stunning valleys and perfectly suitable for vineyards. Taking a tour to these vineyards by enjoying the natural beauty is an amazing thing you can do here. You can learn the winemaking process, the chance of tasting quality wines and there are sops that offer quality natural wine for visitors. The popular areas for tasting wines are Palermo, Marsala, etc.
9. Novara di Sicilia
Address: 98058 Novara di Sicilia, Province of Messina, Italy.
Visiting this Sicilian village, you may feel that you have reached in a fairyland. This is located on the border of Monti Nebrodi and Peloritani mountains. The things to explore in this mountain valley town are cobblestone streets, castles, small houses, 15th-century churches, anthropological museum, etc.
10. Aeolian Islands
Address: Lipari, 98050 Lipari, Province of Messina, Italy.
This group of seven islands included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. These islands are of volcanic origin and the things you can explore here are snorkeling in underwater fumaroles, night hike at Stromboli, the chance of tasting Malvasia wine, bathing in sulfurous water, the church of Quattropani, bout tours around Panarea islets, etc.
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