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Greek Theatre of Taormina / Teatro Greco di Taormina Roman Villa of Casale / Villa Romana del Casale A F An impressive Hellenistic amphitheatre from the 3rd century B.C. is a One of many UNESCO sites on the island, this impressive Roman villa is a must-see for everyone. Plays and concerts are still performed here today. must-see. It holds the largest collection of Roman mosaics in the world.

Via Teatro Greco 59, 98039 Taormina, Villa Romana del Casale, 94015 Piazza Armerina, Italy GPS: N37.85221, E15.29205 GPS: N37.36467, E14.33458 Phone: Phone: +39 0942 610225 +39 0935 982111

Ursino Castle / Benedictine Monastery of / Monastero dei Benedettini B G Considered inconquerable during the Middle Ages, the gargantuan castle is Catania a truly wonderful sight. A must-visit. Inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List, this monastery is a must-see! Visit the church, ancient Roman house and the museum of art, too. Piazza Federico II di Svevia 1, 95121 Catania, Italy GPS: N37.49917, E15.08442 Via Crociferi 11, 95124 Catania, Italy GPS: N37.50297, E15.08542 Phone: / Etna C +39 957 152 207 Surely the No. 1 sight in , the majestic and awe-inspiring volcano standing 3,329 metres high is the largest active volcano in Europe. Biscari Palace / GPS: N37.75440, E14.99590 H A gorgeous Rococo palace, the construction of which took over a hundred years. The meticulous work seemed to pay off!

Via Museo Biscari 16, 95131 Catania, Italy Corvaja Palace / Palazzo Corvaja GPS: N37.50220, E15.09107 D A historical palace with an Arabian feel. It used to house the Sicilian parlia- Phone: ment. A fabulous sight. +39 095 7152508

Largo Santa Caterina, 98039 Taormina, Messina, Italy GPS: N37.85368, E15.28833 Staircas of Santa Maria del Monte / La Scala Santa Maria del I Phone: Monte +39 0942 620198 Recently listed as a World Heritage site, each step of the staircase is beauti- fully tiled with a different motif. A must-see for sure.

Catania Cathedral / Duomo di Catania Scala Santa Maria del Monte, 95041 Caltagirone, Italy E An interesting mix of Norman and Baroque influences. The impressive GPS: N37.23882, E14.51214 cathedral houses many beautiful paintings, frescos etc.

Via Etnea 28, 95131 Catania, Italy GPS: N37.50241, E15.08787

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Alcantara Gorge / Golle dell'Alcantara Via Etnea Catania J O The river Alcantara creates a beuatiful natural scenery, winding among The main shopping artery of Catania. You'll find plenty of boutiqes and rocky cliffs and cascading on several waterfalls. Great opportunity for a top-notch fashion shops here. hike. Via Etnea, 95125 Catania, Italy Frazione Ficarazzi, 98030 Motta Camastra, Italy GPS: N37.51432, E15.08453 GPS: N37.87543, E15.17530

Fiumefreddo di Sicilia P Taormina Public Gardens / Giardino Pubblico Taormina K A nice little town surrounded by splendid nature, ideal for walks or hikes. A lovely garden standing on a cliff with splendid views of the sea on one Parts of the Godfather movie were shot in this town. side, and a view of old Taormina and its Greek Theatre on the other side. GPS: N37.79486, E15.20989 Via Bagnoli Croci, 98039 Taormina, Italy GPS: N37.85098, E15.29104

Marina di Cottone Q Circumetnea Railway / Ferrovia Circumetnea L One of only a few Blue Flag beaches on Sicily meeting the highest ecologi- This charming scenic railway takes you around Etna and through the pic- cal standards. Also a very nice beach with great water. turesque countryside surrounding it. Incredible views. Marina di Cottone, 95013 Fiumefreddo di Sicilia, Catania, Italy Via Caronda 352A, 95128 Catania, Italy GPS: N37.78664, E15.23624 GPS: N37.52171, E15.08500 Phone: +39 095 541111 Giovanni Verga House / Casa Museo di Giovanni Verga R This charming little museum is dedicated to the life and work of the Sicilian poet Giovanni Verga. Aci Castello M A sleepy fishing town with a laid-back atmosphere. Enjoy typical Sicily for a Via Sant'Anna 8, 95124 Catania, Italy while. Just a short drive outside of Catania. GPS: N37.50181, E15.08372 Phone: 95021 Aci Castello, Catania, Italy +39 095 7150598 GPS: N37.55547, E15.14680

Copacabana Beach (Taormina) / Lido Copacabana Piazza Armerina S N A spacious beach newly refurbished with umbrellas, sunbeds and other Known as the city of mosaics for the famous Villa del Casale, this lovely amenities, close to the beautiful ancient town of Taormina. little town is worth a trip from one of the bigger centres of Sicily. GPS: N37.87092, E15.30074 GPS: N37.38380, E14.36977 Phone: Phone: +39 0942 36268 +39 0935 982 111

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Il Picciolo Golf Club T A marvelous 18-hole golf course set on the hillside of Etna, with beautiful views of the volcano. Par 72.

S.S. 120, KM 200, 95012 Castiglione di Sicilia, Catania, Italy GPS: N37.85588, E15.10431 Phone: +39 0942 986252

Sicilia In Bocca Restaurant / Sicilia in bocca U This superb restaurant features all of the tradiotional hearty Sicilian dishes (mainly fish) in top-notch quality. Come here for a real taste of Sicily.

Via Dusmet 35, 95121 Catania, Italy GPS: N37.50202, E15.08865 Phone: +39 095 250 0208

Barrique Club V A popular venue for live music gigs featuring rock, pop and a assortment of other genres. Great entertainment.

Via Antonino di Sangiulano 242, 95124 Catania, Italy GPS: N37.50498, E15.08607

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