Things to do in South Western Sicilian Coast
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A week in Gela.
Where: Gela
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Gela is located on the southern coast of Sicily, a city of ancient splendor and crucial for the Mediterranean trade of the ancient Greeks. The Gulf on which it overlooks is extensive and includes many marinas, giving the possibility to differentiate your holiday, between...
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Ribera, the city of oranges
Where: Ribera
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Ribera is a Sicilian town in the province of Agrigento; it has 20,000 inhabitants and extends over a wide plain at 230 meters above sea level which is 7 km away. The territory is particularly suitable for cultivation, thanks to its favorable geographical position and mild...
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Two fundamental stops in Agrigento: Scala dei Turchi and Valley of the Temples
Where: Agrigento (Valle dei Templi e Scala dei turchi)
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If you pass through Agrigento, a visit to two wonderful places is a must, one historical and the other natural: the Valley of the Temples and the Scala dei Turchi. The Valley of the Temples is an archaeological park that corresponds to the ancient Akragas, the original nucleus...
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Scala dei Turchi
Where: Realmonte (Scala dei Turchi)
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Scala dei Turchi is a geologically known site for its rocky wall; which rises above the sea along the coast of Realmonte, in the province of Agrigento. It has become a tourist attraction due to its singularity of the white cliff and the peculiar shapes. La Scala is made up of a...
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Palma di Montechiaro, the city of the Tomasi family
Where: Palma Di Montechiaro (Palma di Montechiaro)
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A few kilometers from the Valley of the Temples, on a hill, stands Palma di Montechiaro, the unforgettable city of the Leopard. Built to be the little Jerusalem that would grant the same indulgence to the faithful like those who went to the Holy City. The pretty church of...
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The wonderful Scala dei Turchi
Where: Realmonte (Scala dei Turchi)
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La Scala dei Turchi is one of the most famous geosites in Sicily and one of the most popular destinations for visitors; is located in Realmonte, a seaside resort near Agrigento. The name comes from past piracy raids by the Saracens, Arabs and, by convention, Turks; the Turkish...
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