The Islands

Sicily

The Islands

Sicily

Sicily is a region that I have loved since first visiting in 2014. No other part of Italy fuses so many cultures together, and with such a unique personality, visitors should (almost) consider this island as a seperate country. This island is home to some of my favourite locations anywhere in Italy including Taormina, Lampedusa and Noto. Use the guides on this page to plan your trip to Sicily, using my direct and personal experiences to make the most of whatever time you have in what is one of my favourite places in the world.

”All of Sicily is a dimension of the imagination...

Leonardo SciasciaItalian Writer
LATEST SICILY GUIDES
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flower display at the Noto infiorata event
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view of noto cathedral from rooftop of nearby church
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close up view of 3 columns in agrigento valley of the temples
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