From east to west: Sicily summed up |
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Sicily is many things and many places. In its manifold guises and infinite diversity, it is a continent unto itself, a land of superlatives, of bewildering historical complexity, a crucible of myths and legends, an elemental wonderland of volcanic virtuosity, a bountiful, sun-baked cornucopia, a beach-lovers delight, an epic concentration of Mediterranean civilisation, and an encyclopaedic compendium of architectural evolution. With so much on offer, which area of Sicily should you choose for your next villa experience? The southeast? The west? The north? We’re here to guide you, to let you in on the island’s secrets and to assist you in identifying a version of Sicily (and a villa) that’s perfect for you and your group. Head below for some ideas and then get in touch with our Villas Specialists, all of whom have spent considerable time exploring the Mediterranean’s largest island. |
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No matter which of our villas in southeast Sicily you choose, you‘ll never be more than a few miles away from a UNESCO World Heritage Site, such is the splendid abundance of gorgeous, historic towns and fascinating archaeological sites in the area. Beach lovers will swoon at the idyllic stretches of sand, food lovers will well up at the gastronomic goodies on offer, and history buffs will be bowled over by what they see. |
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Delimited by the two magnificent Greek archaeological sites of the Valley of the Temples and Selinunte, southwest Sicily retains a gentle, authentic atmosphere. Undulating vine-carpeted hills slope languidly down to a seemingly endless run of irresistible, often empty sandy beaches, while in the hinterland, rocky mountains cocoon villages in a shroud of timelessness that invites exploration. |
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Sicily’s Ionian Riviera is home to the sparkling jewel of Taormina, the vast, towering expanse of Mount Etna, the intriguing lava stone baroque city of Catania, an irresistible coastline of pebbly bays and beaches, a host of panoramic mountain-top villages and a fleet of picturesque fishing harbours. A week on the Ionian Riviera is never enough, and even a fortnight spent there will leave you with unfinished business. |
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Stretching from the bustling historical epicentre of Palermo, past gorgeous Norman Cefalù, and on to Milazzo, the gateway to the magical archipelago of the Aeolian Islands, Sicily’s north coast offers visitors much to explore. Rising 2,000m above the beaches of the Tyrrhenian Sea are the tree-capped mountain ranges of the Madonie and the Nebrodi, yet another version of Sicily, one we hold dear. |
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From the Phoenician emporia of the 8th century BC to the English winemakers of the 18th century, western Sicily has seen it all. Today, you too can see (and taste) it all, from the ancient streets of Erice to the evocative archaeological site of Mozia, from the mouthwatering, North African-inspired signature dish of fish couscous to Marsala’s ambrosial eponymous wine. Mother Nature also has plenty in store for you if you decide to head west. |
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