Many Faces of Sicily

A golden lion mosaic from the Norman Palace in Palermo. Yet another symbol in Norman Sicily representing the kingdom's unique multicultural character, combining Christian, Islamic, and Byzantine traditions.

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From Villa Palagonia, Bagheria.

The Monument of One Thousand in Marsala contains the names of the soldiers/adventurers who landed here in 1860, led by Giuseppe Garibaldi. Their march continued from Sicily to mainland Italy and ended with the birth of the Italian state.

Sciacca.

Duomo of Marsala.

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Sicily isn't just about stunning beaches and ancient ruins—it's home to some of Italy's most exciting white wines! Ready to explore Sicily's liquid sunshine? #wine #food #Sicily #Italy

From Enna. #Enna #Sicilia #Sicily

Buying meat. #macelleria #sicilia

Thanks to a mudslide that covered the place for hundreds of years, the ancient mosaics in Villa Romana del Casale are in excellent condition.

Claudia Cardinale in The Leopard (1963), directed by Luchino Visconti. RIP.

La Cala harbor in Palermo. This little protected harbor was once Palermo's original port. Perfect for a sunday stroll and enjoying a drink at one of the waterfront cafes.

Getting to Sicily is easy - you'll fly into Palermo or Catania. Or you take a ferry from mainland Italy or Malta. After you get to the island, find a spot that you like and... relax. #Sicily #TravelTips #Italy #Vacation

Noto, the baroque jewel of a town in Sicily, with its honey-colored buildings, where the architecture is something to behold, and the gelato is equally impressive. #ManyFacesOfSicily #Noto #Sicily #BaroqueArchitecture #UNESCO

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Cefalù experiment marked a culmination point in Crowley's religious and lifestyle choices. He had founded his own religion, declaring the equinox of the gods and the beginning of a new aeon, whose sole prophet he claimed to be. On the way, he had also become seriously addicted to heroin and cocaine.

Sicilian People - A Peek Into the Heart of the Multitude Sicilian people: A look at their traditions, culture and identity.

Sicily isn't just about stunning landscapes and ancient ruins – it's the vibrant, passionate people who truly bring this Mediterranean island to life.
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Oh, what tales these walls could tell! The Grand Hotel Et Des Palmes, in Palermo, opened in 1874, is where Wagner finished writing Parsifal. It has also been a meeting place for Mafia bosses, famous writers, politicians, and other colorful characters.
#PalermoHotels #Wagner #Parsifal #BelleEpoque

Catania is like Sicily's edgy younger sibling! It's a vibrant university city built from black volcanic stone, sourced from Mount Etna, which looms over everything. It's grittier than other Sicilian cities, but it has a raw, authentic energy that is known to be addictive.
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Palermo has managed to retain its original grittiness, despite attracting an increasing number of tourists each year. Let the city embrace you, and you won't regret it. #ManyFacesOfSicily #Palermo #Sicily #PalermoLife #SicilyExperience

Cefalù is easily accessible from Palermo by train or by car. Once there, you've got a medieval cathedral right in the town center, plus a very nice beach right next to the old town. And next to all that, the ancient castle on top of La Rocca! (270 m AMSL) #ManyFacesOfSicily #Cefalu #ItalyTravel

Sicilian osterias are cozy, family-run spots where you can enjoy authentic, home-style cooking - not fancy, but delicious. Like fresh pasta with local ingredients, creatures straight from the sea, and recipes passed down for generations. #ManyFacesOfSicily #Sicily #Osteria #Food #Wine

If money is not a problem, and you want a once-in-a-lifetime experience, go to Taormina. The Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo is legendary among celebrities, as well as less celebrated individuals. #ManyFacesOfSicily #Taormina #Sicily #Luxury

There are tours available to visit Mount Etna in any of the nearby towns. You are not permitted to go to the top of this active volcano on your own, so you have to hire a guide. It takes a jeep and some walking to reach the summit. #ManyFacesOfSicily #Etna #Wine #Sicily

Taormina is a stunning hilltop town overlooking the Mediterranean, featuring an ancient Greek theater that continues to host concerts to this day. (Photo: CHMunro) #ManyFacesOfSicily #TaorminaTheater #AnticoTeatroGreco #TaorminaSicily

Sicily has its own unique kind of pizza, characterized by a thick, fluffy rectangular slice. Like a bread pillow topped with sauce and cheese. But there are also plenty of the more familiar type on offer. #ManyFacesOfSicily #Pizza #Sicily