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The Leopard

The Leopard, a Sicilian story

The Leopard (in Italian Il Gattopardo) is one of the most renown novels of Italian, and above all, Sicilian literature. In 1963, Luchino Visconti, who was inspired by its huge popularity, decided to make a movie starring some celebrities such as Alain Delon and the American actor Burt Lancaster. It’s …

Sicilian heritage

Sicilian heritage, follow it all over the world

What does it mean to have an Italian or, even more, a Sicilian heritage? Many people were born outside of Italy but have Italian ancestors. Their grandparents or maybe their great-grandparents were Italian, therefore they still feel Italian. It’s a strong bond with their homeland, a sense of belonging that …

museums

Museums in Sicily, what’s your next stop?

Sicily is a land full of art, culture and history. Once you get there, there’s a lot to see and sometimes it’s …

legends about sicily

Legends about Sicily: how much do you know?

Sicily beyond history. A land rich in tradition and culture but not only. We have already told you some curiosities but now …

curiosities about Sicily

Curiosities about Sicily: legends and hidden treasures

Sicily is an amazing land, is the perfect mix of traditions, culture, history and art. Moreover, it’s also the place to be …

art

Art in Sicily: a journey through colors, lights and tradition

Sicily is a sort of huge and natural museum. Wherever you go, you can bump into something extraordinary that will astonish you. …

New itineraries to discover Sicily

Our amazing Island offers original tourist path, not strictly related to the traditional and known places. Several tourist itineraries were born with …

The point of i of Italy. Tour d'antan in Sicily

During spring and for the whole summer, that this year seems to confirm a positive trend in tourist accommodation, Sicily is going …