Article Written By: GilbertRobbins
Sicily is among the most beautiful landscapes of Italy that surprises tourists with its enchanting beaches as well as monuments that have been inspiration for poets and writers. One of the important places of Sicily is Palermo, which has been the land of conquest of different civilizations. These populations have left some extraordinary monuments that are worth visiting on a tour of the city. If you plan to visit Palermo, remember that there are many holiday homes for rental where you can stay during your stay. A small town called Cefalu is located to the northern coast of Palermo. It has the cathedral with two imposing tower, which gives it the aspect of a fortress. The different accommodations such as Sicily villas near sea create a beautiful landscape. Another important place is the Mondello s Gulf. It is the most important site for relaxation on beach where you can find all you need about the sea. Traveling to the west, you can encounter the beautiful landscapes of Trapani. 15 km from this land is the aristocratic town of Erice. The town has safeguarded its history along with architectural beauties which is a joy to explore. Here stands a temple of Venus, the goddess of love and fertility. Erice has more than 60 churches that are carved beautifully. Moving to the west, you can visit the exclusive site of San Vito Lo Capo enclosed in the bay between the natural reserves of the Zingaro west and mount Cofano east. Being located at the extreme north-west end of Sicily, this is really an enchanting place to visit. Staying at one of the Sicily apartments, you can enjoy the countryside of San Vito that has the most beautiful colors of the Mediterranean Sea. Low white houses covered in bougainvillea, white sand long beach and turquoise water will mesmerize you. You can also enjoy springs and hidden caves, almond trees, olive groves of Castelluzzo and flaming red sunset. All make this place a haven for relaxing vacation. In the inland you can find some of Italy s most dramatic scenery. Majestic mountains with deep ravines, and the volcanic lava draped landscapes around Mount Etna, offer a great backdrop. This is the largest volcano of the Europe and its awesome crater can be reached by jeep or on foot passing through the beautiful slopes of olives, almonds, grapes and citrus fruits all along the way. A view from the summit is awe-inspiring. When visiting this island, the Sicily villas are the best option for accommodations. Beautiful and magnificent villas always make your stay luxurious and comfortable. You can also choose from those near the beaches for spending the most memorable time.
This Article Has Been Published on Mon, 5 Sep 2011 and Read 144 Times