Castello di Venere, Erice
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This Norman castle is impressively sited on a sheer cliff face. The entrance through the tower is marked by the coat of arms of Charles V. Inside, the remains of Norman walls surround the ancient area sacred to Venus Erycina – stones from her temple were used to build the castle. There are also Phoenician and Roman ruins here.
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Via Conte Pepoli
Open 9am–1 hour before sunset daily Free
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