These are 5 places that you really must see during a holiday in Sicily

One thing has to be said: Sicily is beautiful to see throughout the year. However, you have decided to spend a holiday in summer. So, the places that you must absolutely see are five. Each one will give you a different side on this wonderful island.

1. Isola Bella beach

It is located in Taormina, not far from Messina and Catania. The small rocky islet rises from a turquoise sea. In front of the small island, there’s a small, cosy and charming beach. A sandy isthmus link the islet to the mainland.

And, since you are there, it’s a great occasion to visit the pearl of the Mediterranean Sea: these are the places to see in Taormina.

2. Favignana Island

Favignana is the most famous of the Aegadian Archipelago. Famous for absolutely valid reasons: wonderful beaches, untouched nature, small and picturesque villages overlooking the sea. Again, we can suggest a one-day itinerary that will allow you to see:

• Villa Florio;
• Cala Rossa;
• Cala Azzurra;
• Forte di Santa Caterina;
• Lido Burrone;
• Marasolo.

If you need another good reason to visit sit, you have to know that Favignana is also one of the most beautiful places in Sicily.

3. Aeolian Islands

They are called the seven sisters. Because they are seven beautiful islets that rise not far from the coast. We are talking about Lipari, Salina, Volcano, Stromboli, Filicudi, Alicudi and Panarea: the Aeolian Islands. Every day, from Milazzo (near Messina), several boat excursions bring visitors to visit these islands: an unforgettable experience.

4. Cala dei Turchi

Why visit this unique place? It’s easy to say: you’ll admire one of the ten most beautiful beaches in Sicily. It is located near Porto Empedocle, in the Province of Agrigento. A simply spectacular beach: it’s a long white cliff that the wind and the sea shaped like a staircase.

5. Etna

Any holiday in Sicily cannot be complete without visiting the highest active volcano in Europe. To get to Etna, you have several options available, such as car, train and bus. Things to see and to do are really several. But the most unforgettable is the amazing panorama.

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