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Eastern Sicily
This document provides recommendations for sights to see, things to eat, and places to swim in eastern Sicily. Key places mentioned include Piazza del Duomo and Via Crociferi in Catania, the fish market in Catania, Acireale known for its Baroque architecture, Acitrezza home to writer Verga, Acicastello with its Norman castle, the Roman mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale near Piazza Armerina, Taormina with its Greek theater, Mount Etna volcano, Syracuse with its Greek theater and Ortigia island, Noto known for its Baroque architecture, and beaches like Isola Bella, Cala Mosche, and V
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Eastern Sicily
- 1. Eastern Sicily Terra diFuoco, Mare e Cultura Angelo Corsaro angelo@icorsaro.net
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- 3. Piazza del Duomo Beautifulduring the day and fantastic at night, Piazza del Duomo is one of the landmark of Catania’s unique architecture. You should absolutely visit the “Cattedrale di Sant’Agata”
- 4. Via Crociferi Enjoy oneof the finest expression of the Sicilian Baroque architecture in this small alley that was considered holy since Roman times. You may visit the “Museo delle Benedettine” as well as enjoy a cool Beer at the famous Nievski http://www.benedettineviacrociferi.it
- 5. Fish Market That’s somethingthat you should not miss. The fish market takes place every morning and is a unique experience.
- 6. Acireale Acireale is atown north of Catania known for its very fine baroque. You should not miss its Cathedral and main square.
- 7. Acitrezza Acitrezza is thefisherman village that was made popular by Verga’s Malavoglia. In Acitrezza you can visit “La Casa del Nespolo” as well as enjoy the view of the “Faraglioni”. Rocks that based on Greek mythology were thrown by the Cyclop Polifemo against Ulysses
- 8. Acicastello Acicastello is asmall town north of Catania that features Norman castle that used to be on a isle eventually connected to the main-land by subsequent lava flows. You can visit the castle as well as enjoy the beautiful scene and the view on the Faraglioni
- 9. Villa Romana delCasale Piazza Armerina The “Villa Romana del Casale” in Piazza Armerina (1h30 driving distance from Catania) has the best preserved Romain mosaic in the world. This is a place you should not miss!
- 10. Taormina Driving 1h northof Catania you’ll find the beautiful and posh Taormina. Enjoy shopping on its alleys, dining in its several excellent restaurant and why not attend a play at the magnificent Greek theatre!
- 11. Etna The biggest andmost active Volcano in Europe is something you should not miss. You should drive to Linguaglossa and then get on a Jeep to reach the main crater. A surreal experience you won’t regret!
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- 13. Teatro Greco Siracusa (Syracuse)is only 1h driving from Catania. It is very much worth a visit. Plan to visit the Greek Theatre and the ancient part of the city in the morning and them enjoy Ortigia for lunch and early afternoon.
- 14. Ortigia Ortigia is asmall island attached to Syracuse. Ortigia is full of little secrets to discover, start from the main square and simply roam across its alleys.
- 15. Noto One of thefinest example of the Sicilian Baroque not is a must visit. Enjoy a walk in its main course and pause on the Caffe Sicilia to try some of the finest patisserie of the island.
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- 17. Granita This is whatSicilians eat for their breakfast during summer time. The traditional granita is the one with Mandorla e Caffè (Almond + Coffee). You should also try the one made out of Pistachios and Gelsi. A granita is always eaten with a “Brioscia”
- 18. Cannoli A properly madeCannolo is a passport for the heaven! Ask for it to be freshly filled and enjoy the experience. One of the best place where to buy Cannoli is Savia in Via Etnea.
- 19. Arancini, Cartocciate, Siciliane… The Easternpart for Sicily is very famous for its “Rosticceria” Enjoy the famous Arancini, Cartocciate, Cipolline, and Siciliane. This is a perfect choice for a mid morning or mid afternoon break!
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- 21. Isola Bella L’Isola Bella(Beautiful Island) is one of the nicest spot in Taormina.
- 22. Cala Mosche Two armsof rock enclose a golden beach and reveal turquoise water. This beach is at 20m driving from Noto in Contrada Vendicari, 96017 Noto SR, Italy Beware that this is a natural reserve and you’ll have to hike for 30 to get to the beach.
- 23. Vendicari Vendicari is anatural reserve at 20 km from Noto. It offers several kilometres of white beaches and turquoise water.