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The island of Sicily is Italy’s largest region and is also its most varied. In terms of geography, there are offshore islands, endless coastline, rugged mountains, rolling wheatfields and volcanos, but its history and architecture are also of note. Sicily formed a significant portion of the Greek empire, was strategically vital to Rome, and was invaded in succession by the Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, French, Spanish and Bourbons, before unifying with Italy. Each conquest left its mark, to create a palimpsest of cultures on the island.
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This campsite provides 160 tent and caravan spots, bungalows for rent, adult and children’s pool, tennis, restaurant and beach access.
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Ricotta cream in a fried pastry tube (see Cassata and Cannoli).
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Inside the Florio institution is a nice store and a wine museum with a selection of antique tools used for wine-making.
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This established Marsala family offers tours (in various languages) of the cellars and tastings.
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From tiny capers to the huge cucunci , the best come from Salina and Pantelleria.
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Originally a fish dish, it was adapted by the cucina povera (kitchen of the poor) as a slow-cooked mix of aubergine (eggplant), tomato, celery, capers, olives, raisins and pine nuts, flavoured with vinegar and sugar, and topped with toasted almonds.
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This masterpiece of Norman art celebrates both the Glory of God and successful Norman rule. Masses are said in the richly decorated chapel (see Cappella Palatina Interior).
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Burial ground of Palermo’s upper classes (1599–1881); the niches still contain skeletons.
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Everything is good here – try aubergines (eggplants) stuffed with mint and garlic.
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The historic streets of these towns are packed with revellers for parades, parties and competitions. Papier mâché floats satirize current events or figures of popular culture.
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Hotel price categories
For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
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Restaurant price categories
For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
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