Mitoraj sculptures on display at Etna and Syracuse
Come and discover "Mitoraj. The Look, Humanitas, Physis", the open-air sculptural exhibition created with Igor Mitoraj works, which will stop in Sicily from March 26 to October 31, 2025. Thirty monumental works by the Polish artist, famous for his reinterpretation...
Thapsos: crossroads of history and culture in the north coast of Syracuse
Thapsos: A Complete Exploration in Ancient Sicily among Archaeology, History and Nature Thapsos, an ancient settlement stretching between Priolo Gargallo and Augusta along the northern coast of Syracuse, represents a timeless journey through Sicily's historical...
Climiti Mountains, a treasure a stone’s throw from Syracuse
The Climiti Mountains represent an incredible fusion of history, nature, and geology that fascinates trekkers, nature lovers, or mountain bikers who wish to train in a place full of contrasts and unmissable landscapes. This little-known mountainous relief, which is...
Noto Antica and Cava Carosello, pearls of the Iblean Mountains
Exploring the Charm of Noto Antica and Cava Carosello Ancient Noto, a jewel of Sicily, holds the memories of a glorious era abruptly interrupted by the great earthquake of 1693. This medieval city, located on Mount Alveria, is a hidden treasure waiting to be...
Etna Morning Tour: the spectacle of smoke rings
Etna, the majestic Sicilian volcano, offers a fascinating spectacle these days with its enigmatic smoke rings. These perfect circles, emerging from the volcano, arouse the curiosity of many observers, tourists, users and pages on social media who have shared photos...
Ortigia Sound System 2023: among Europe’s top electronic music festivals
The European electronic music festival scene is being disrupted by the arrival of the new OSS (Open Sound System), an event that has already generated great anticipation thanks to a series of side events held in Catania, Palermo and Milan. This ambitious project...
Syracuse solarium, where to go to the beach in the city
The "Sea in the City" continues to be an exciting reality even in 2023, yet there is a sea in Syracuse, many often, Syracusans, seem to forget or avoid glimpses of the sea, coves and small pearls scattered along the north coast of Syracuse, fortunately also...
The Allied landing of July 10, 1943 in Sicily: Operation Husky and the false myth of mob support
The July 10, 1943 Allied landing in Sicily, known as Operation Husky, was the first amphibious landing of Anglo-American forces on European soil and represented a real watershed for the fate of World War II. Operation Husky was a vast military operation conducted...
Salicornia, a tasty Mediterranean plant rich in properties
Salicornia, a fascinating and versatile Mediterranean plant. Salicornia, also known as "sea asparagus" or "sea hay," is a plant that grows in coastal areas with saline soils, such as lagoons, estuaries, and marshy areas. It has a fascinating history and several...
Syracuse boat tour, exclusive experience in a fishing gozzo
The boat excursion to Syracuse, proposed by Stella di Mare does not represent a classic, quick and inaccurate boat trip. It is an authentic and exclusive experience with qualified local guides, who take guests daily to some of the most picturesque places on the...