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A golden lion mosaic from the Norman Palace in Palermo. Yet another symbol in Norman Sicily representing the kingdom's unique multicultural character, combining Christian, Islamic, and Byzantine traditions.
Thanks for the info! Now that I looked into it I realized that I have visited their workspace/shop in Palermo. Very much recommended!
The Monument of One Thousand in Marsala contains the names of the soldiers/adventurers who landed here in 1860, led by Giuseppe Garibaldi. Their march continued from Sicily to mainland Italy and ended with the birth of the Italian state.
Sicily isn't just about stunning beaches and ancient ruins—it's home to some of Italy's most exciting white wines! Ready to explore Sicily's liquid sunshine? #wine #food #Sicily #Italy
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Thanks to a mudslide that covered the place for hundreds of years, the ancient mosaics in Villa Romana del Casale are in excellent condition.
Claudia Cardinale in The Leopard (1963), directed by Luchino Visconti. RIP.
La Cala harbor in Palermo. This little protected harbor was once Palermo's original port. Perfect for a sunday stroll and enjoying a drink at one of the waterfront cafes.
Getting to Sicily is easy - you'll fly into Palermo or Catania. Or you take a ferry from mainland Italy or Malta. After you get to the island, find a spot that you like and... relax. #Sicily #TravelTips #Italy #Vacation
Noto, the baroque jewel of a town in Sicily, with its honey-colored buildings, where the architecture is something to behold, and the gelato is equally impressive. #ManyFacesOfSicily #Noto #Sicily #BaroqueArchitecture #UNESCO