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Agrigento, Taormina and Syracuse: Why Visit Sicily?

Sicily is without a doubt one of the most beautiful islands in the whole of the Mediterranean. Each year, vast numbers of tourists flock to Sicily in order to explore this magnificent corner of the world. If you are currently planning your trip, you will be able to locate and book splendid holiday apartments in Sicily online. With this in mind, here is my quick guide to three of the island’s most popular and captivating destinations, which will no doubt sway the decision-making process and have you on the next plane to Sicily in no time at all!

Valley Of The Temples, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy

Valley Of The Temples, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy.

The glorious city of Agrigento is home to one of Sicily’s most celebrated attractions. The historically significant Valley of the Temples is situated just outside of the city itself and has been awarded the prestigious title of a UNESCO World Heritage site. This mesmerising archaeological park boasts a total of 8 awe-inspiring ancient temples dating back to 510 BC. The striking Temple of Olympian Zeus and that of Hera and Concordia are considered to be some of the island’s most impressive Grecian ruins. The Valley of the Temples currently attracts around 600,000 visitors annually and is a must-see during any visit to Sicily.

Taormina & Etna Volcano, Sicily, Italy

Taormina & Etna Volcano, Sicily, Italy.

The small town of Taormina is widely considered to be one of the most beautiful destinations in Europe with the likes of Woody Allen, Elisabeth Taylor and Oscar Wilde readily singing its praises. Taormina is picturesquely perched upon a vast promontory and offers some of the most phenomenal panoramas known to mankind. The town itself features a splendid Greek/Roman theatre, medieval architecture, meandering walkways and lively restaurants serving up Sicily’s world-renowned cuisine. Taormina makes for the perfect holiday destination due to its heavenly surroundings and traditional ambience.

Piazza Del Duomo, Siracusa, Sicily, Italy

Piazza Del Duomo, Siracusa, Sicily, Italy.

The historical city of Syracuse is yet another great reason to visit the island of Sicily. The city is home to a fabulous archaeological site, which boasts vast numbers of ancient ruins including a majestic Grecian theatre and an equally monumental Roman amphitheatre. Syracuse’s rich and colourful history is sure to captivate the imagination and provide for a wonderful day trip or base holiday destination. In conclusion, there is so much to see and do in Sicily that you will no doubt be spoilt for choice during your visit. Be sure to plan your itinerary beforehand in order to make the most out of all that this unforgettable island has to offer.

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Paul Tomaszewski is a science & tech writer as well as a programmer and entrepreneur. He is the founder and editor-in-chief of CosmoBC. He has a degree in computer science from John Abbott College, a bachelor's degree in technology from the Memorial University of Newfoundland, and completed some business and economics classes at Concordia University in Montreal. While in college he was the vice-president of the Astronomy Club. In his spare time he is an amateur astronomer and enjoys reading or watching science-fiction. You can follow him on LinkedIn and Twitter.

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