Italy's largest island, Sicily offers exceptional beaches, charming villages and towns, as well as an abundance of ancient ruins and archeological sites such as the Greek temples in Agrigento, Roman theatre in Syracus, Roman mosaics in Agrigento and the Greek theatre in Taormina. A visit to Mount Etna i salso a must. Sicily is also known for its cuisine which has been influenced by the many cultures througout the island’s history. Sicilians are masters in typical Sicilian cuisins. Make sure to try these some of their iconic dishes when you visit Sicily such as the arancini, pasta alla norma, cannoli or cassata to name just a few of the more well-known dishes
Mount Etna is the largest volcano in Europe and also probably the oldest, being about 350.000 years old. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2013 for its “exception level of volcanic activity” as well as global scientific, culture and educational importance” . It is an important center for scientific research that allows thousands of geologists and volcanologists to collect their data.as it’s in an almost constant state of activity erupting on average once a year. This massive mountain is one also one of the top attractions in Sicily and a popular tourist destination . It offers great hiking and even better views, so an excursions to the summit crater is definitely a must.
