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The Elyminians called Erice Iruka; the Punics named it
Erech; the Greeks and the Romans Eryx. Centuries of
history and myth make Mount Erice a fascinating place
famous for its cobbled streets and medieval habitation.
For centuries Erice – which was called Gebel Hamed by
the Muslims, and Monte San Giuliano by the Normans – has
been a place of love; with the Castle of Venus (PAGE 15)
in which legend says that during his voyage Aeneas
stopped by here to give homage to his Goddess mother.
One can also visit the Elyminian-Punic walls; the Chiesa
Madre; the Balio Garden, and the municipal museum “A.
Cordici”. There is also the Cultural Scientific Centre
“Ettore Majorana” where seminars and meetings attended
by the most important scientists of the world take place
throughout the year. |
For further information:
Erice info |
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In the shape
of a butterfly, the island of Favignana is the largest
of the archipelago of the Egadi and is a popular tourist
destination because of its wonderful sea characterised
by numerous coves. It is an island rich in history (the
famous naval battle between the Romans and the
Carthaginians was fought here). Favignana is also famous
all over the world for its “mattanza” (slaughter of tuna
fish) tradition. In the area of San Nicola one should
visit the archaeological sites which contain remains of
the prehistoric era; a necropolis from the VIII century
BC; the Boasco district sites with remains of the Punic
epoch. One should not miss a boat trip which will allow
you to discover all the wonders of the uncontaminated
sea. |
For further information:
www.favignana.com
www.isoleegadi.it
www.egaditourism.it |
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The
smallest of the Egadi Islands, it is an ideal place for
trekking thanks to its numerous paths. One should not
miss a visit to the Genovese Cave which you can reach
either on foot or by boat. The Cave conserves
prehistoric graffiti. A boat trip around the island will
enable you to reach numerous coves where you can swim in
a deep blue sea. |
For further information:
Levanzo |
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Among the
Egadi Islands, Marettimo is the furthest from Trapani
and therefore it still remains a real natural paradise,
with a rugged and enchanting landscape and a crystal sea.
It is also well known for its archaeological sites
characterised by the caves which can be reached by a
ride on a fisherman’s boats. It is an ideal place for
those who want to spend a holiday in close contact with
nature and with traditions, ways of life and customs
that no longer exist in urban environments. |
For further information:
www.marettimonline.it |
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Reachable by
the pier located in the “Spanish” district in the
territory of Marsala, it was one of the largest
Phoenician centres in Sicily. The archaeological
excavations have revealed precious finds such as the
necropolis, a house of mosaics, and a paved road. One
should not miss a visit to the Whitaker Museum that
conserves archaeological finds of great importance such
as the Giovane (a young man) dressed in a tunic, a
statue of Greek origin from the second half of the V
century BC. |
For further information:
Mozia info
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An
archaeological area located on Mount Barbaro, it was (together
with Erice) one of the principal settlements of the
Elyminians. Legend tells us that it was founded by
Alceste, son of the Trojan Egesta, who hosted Aeneas
during his voyage after the fall of Troy. One can visit
the Doric-style Temple, the Hellenistic Theatre, and the
remains of a Sanctuary probably of Elyminian rituals,
and the ancient city in which the remains of some
squared towers are still visible; a fortified door and
the remains of a boundary wall. |
For further information:
Segesta |
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It is an ideal
holiday destination thanks to its deep blue sea and its
fine white sandy beach. From San Vito Lo Capo one can
reach the Riserva Naturale Orientata (Natural Reserve)
Lo Zingaro. One should also visit the Sea Museum in Via
Savoia. The International Couscous Festival which takes
place in September should not be missed. |
For further information:
San Vito Lo Capo info point
Riserva dello Zingaro
Cous Cous Fest
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