Catania, a Baroque city at the foot of Mount Etna, has a lively historic center rich in artistic and cultural heritage, with squares, churches, and noble palaces. Known for its traditional cuisine, historic markets such as the Pescheria, and cultural events, Catania offers a unique mix of history, urban life, and natural landscapes. Its proximity to Mount Etna allows visitors to combine city experiences with excursions and outdoor activities, making Catania an ideal destination for those seeking culture, nature, and authentic Sicilian experiences.
Ancient grains of Sicily
Since ancient times, Sicily has always been a region rich in grain. It is assumed to have been around since the [...]
Ski mountaineering in Sicily
Etna, the roof of the Mediterranean, with its 3340 m height, majestically dominates the north-eastern part of the island, and [...]
La Via dei Castelli dell’Etna
The Via dei Castelli dell'Etna is an itinerary of art, history, beautiful landscapes and traditions. The stars of the route are [...]
Caltagirone
"Caltagirone (...) The tuffaceous scenery of the town unfolds, full of houses and palazzi, punctuated by the hundred bell towers [...]
Sicilian carts
Sicilian carts are a tradition and a local folklore icon. Known all over the world, they originated in Sicily around [...]
Windsurfing in Sicily
Windsurfing in Sicily? With over 1000 km of coastline, you'll be spoilt for choice! At the end of the 1980s, two [...]
The Tea House
The Tea House is a cultural association dedicated to the cultivation, transformation, promotion and enhancement of tea and its traditions. [...]
Caponata (Sicilian saucy aubergine salad)
From the Spanish "caponada", the word "caponata" derives from "capone", the name given in some parts of Sicily to the [...]
