Greeks settled in this corner of land, calling it Zancle, which means sickle, due to the shape of its natural harbor. Its current name derives from Messenia, the Greek town of the colonists who later populated it.
Sicily by water: an itinerary through canyons, rivers, and springs in the island’s interior
When you think of Sicily, your imagination immediately turns to the sea. Yet, far from the coast, the island boasts [...]
The lighthouses of Sicily
Along the coast of Sicily, where the land ends and the sea begins, lighthouses emerge like sentinels of stone and [...]
Carnevale francavillese 2026
From February 7th to 17th, 2026, the town of Francavilla di Sicilia comes alive with one of the most engaging [...]
Sustainable Sicily: green itineraries through nature reserves and parks
Sicily is a veritable natural laboratory of biodiversity, where sea, mountains, volcanoes, and protected areas coexist in a complex and [...]
The Astronomical Clock of Messina
The Astronomical Clock of Messina is one of Europe’s most astonishing wonders, a masterpiece that brings together engineering, art and [...]
Il Grande Mito! Omero racconta…
At MAFRA, on 6 and 13 December 2025, “The Great Myth! Homer Speaks…” comes to life, offering an emotional journey [...]
Pylon of Messina
Suspended between sky and sea, the Pylon of Messina is one of the most fascinating landmarks in northeastern Sicily. This [...]
