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Monasteri più affascinanti della Sicilia

The most fascinating monasteries of Sicily: a journey through places where time falls silent

Sicily is not only sea, Baroque art, villages and flavours. It is also an island of silence, contemplation and spirituality. A more hidden, slower face, almost suspended in time. And it is among cloisters, shadowed corridors and ancient cells that this side of the island reveals its full intensity. The …

Historic libraries of Sicily: a journey through silence, beauty and memory

There are places where time slows down, where the noise of the world seems to remain outside the threshold, and all that remains is a light scent of paper, ancient wood and stories. The historic libraries of Sicily are exactly this: treasure chests that preserve centuries of knowledge, Baroque architecture, …

Greek Sicily: a journey through temples, theatres and myths on the island of the Hellenes

Sicily is a mosaic of civilizations. Phoenicians, Arabs, Normans, Spaniards: all left their mark, but it is the Greek world that has …

Sulphur mines of Sicily: history, charm and places to discover

The sulphur mines of Sicily are forgotten places, yet still capable of telling the island’s story. Once the beating heart of the …

Sicilian cathedrals: a journey through faith, art, and history

Sicily, a crossroads of peoples and cultures, boasts an unparalleled artistic and spiritual heritage. Among its most treasured gems are its cathedrals, …

Sicilian monumental cemeteries, an eternal silence of art and memory

The Sicilian monumental cemeteries represent an invaluable heritage, deserving of rediscovery and appreciation. Beyond their artistic value, they are places of profound …

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Sicilian tuna fisheries, a maritime culture that never fades

For centuries, Sicily has been a land of fishermen and maritime traditions. Among these, one of the oldest and most fascinating is …

Supernatural Cefalù: the ‘black magic’ of Aleister Crowley

Radiant on the North coast of Sicily, Cefalù is known for its breathtaking beaches and timeless charm. However, behind its idyllic facade …

The Chinese Palace: is there a ‘pagoda’ in Palermo?

We are never tired of discovering Palermo, even beyond the city center. Not too far from the Favorita Park and Mount Pellegrino, …

Himera

Himera, a (almost) secret story of Sicily

Sicily is an open-air museum, full of archaeological sites and corners rich in history…all waiting to be discovered. One stop to put …