About Sicily - Online Guide for your Vacation in Sicily

Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and it´s history goes back to ancient times. The Greeks and the Romans praised Sicily as a “gift of the gods” and in numerous cities you still find impressing antique buildings and remains of temples. Citynames like Siracusa, Agrigento, Giardini Naxos and Taormina summon the spirit of antique history.

The symbol of Sicily is the head of a woman, surrounded by snakes and little wings, in the center of three “running” legs. The symbol originated from the old name of the island “Trinakria”, which translates into: the three forelands. You will find the symbol everywhere in Sicily.

Day trips in Sicily If you are interested in seeing beautiful spots on the island, than you will find what you are looking for in this section. We provide information about excursion destinations and sights in Sicily. And we tell you how to get there. more information ...

Geography of Sicily More than 3000 meter high towers the Etna in the sky of Sicily. It is the highest, active volcano in Europe. At it´s slopes prosper orange- and lemon trees. Sicily is mountainous and green, surrounded bei the cleer water of the tyrrhennian sea. In the center of the island rivers have cut deep canyons into the rocks. Beautiful places and impressive nature ... more information ...

History of Sicily Sicily has a long and turbulent history. The strategic important position in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea was the reason why people wanted to control the island. Greeks, Romans, Vandals, Arabs and Normans, all of them reigned Sicily and they left their marks ... more information ...

Weather in Sicily How is the weather in Sicily and when is the best time for a vacation? In this section you find information about the climate in Sicily, as well as average temperatures of the water ... more information ...

Car rental in Sicily A hired car gives you the freedom to explore the island independently. In this section we offer you a list with company-names and some basic information. more information ...