Sicily is an administrative region in Italy and the largest island in the Mediterranean with an area of 25,700 sq. km. Its population is 5 million. The island is a popular tourist destination, has a rich history, testimony so preserved are numerous temples and the Acropolis of ancient Greek cities in today’s cities – Catania, Siracusa, Palermo and Taormina.
Sicily is still inhabited during the Iron Age, is separated from Italy by the Strait of Messina and, despite being located close to the mainland, the atmosphere here is different. All Italian in Sicily is somehow better, not only food but also history and culture.
Great tourist attraction and destination in Sicily are also the famous Roman mosaics, beautiful cathedrals and churches. The architecture is inspired from the Mediterranean style and the atmosphere in the island is calm and very beautiful. The magnificent crystal waters of the island and majestic Mount Etna statutes unique feeling in everyone who visits it. The capital Palermo is one of the most colorful cities of Sicily, in the town center is preserved the atmosphere of the Middle Ages, when the city took its greatness.
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