Sicily is the biggest island in the Mediterranean Sea and the largest region in Italy. Sicily is home to over five million people and is a very popular tourist destination as a result of its exquisite climate, scenic locations and interesting culture. Listed below are ten reasons to visit Sicily in 2010.
1. Of all the reasons to visit Sicily, Mount Etna is definitely one of the most important. This active volcano is the second tallest in the world and is an incredibly popular sightseeing location among tourists. Apart from spectacular views, tourists can enjoy a walk around the old crater which is a popular skiing location.
2. Palermo the capital of Sicily rates among the chief attractions of the island. Located on the north coast, Palermo is famous for its excellent museums, chapels, cathedrals and churches the Cathedral, Gesu Church and Cappella Palatina.
3. The people of Sicily are a friendly and hospitable people. Visitors to Sicily can be sure of a warm welcome here.
4. The hillside town of Taormina is very popular among the tourists and is another good reason to visit Sicily. The town is located between Catania and Messina and is host to some of Sicilys best beaches and Italys finest beach resorts.
5. The islands beautiful architectural structures are another reason to visit Sicily in 2010. From the spectacular views of the Greek Theatre in Syracuse, the clock tower in Taormina to the Museo Archeologico and Quattro Canti in Palermo, every town in Sicily has something to offer architecture enthusiasts.
6. For shopping enthusiasts, Sicily houses some of the finest stores. Taormina in particular is famous for its boutiques. Palermo is not far behind in this respect and is home to some of the Mediterraneans most famous sweet shops.
7. One of the biggest reasons to visit Sicily is the climate. Whether it is summer or winter, regardless of the time of year, Sicily always has pleasantly mild weather that is just ideal for a relaxing vacation. 8. For people who are looking for a quiet leisurely holiday on white sandy beaches with crystal clear turquoise waters, Sicily is the perfect destination. Taormina and Catania in Sicily are said to have the finest beaches, but the other coastal regions are not far behind.
9. Ragusa and Syracuse are probably the most popular tourist towns in Sicily. Ragusa is considered to be one of the jewels of the Val di Noto region and has been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Syracuse on the other hand is a perfect blend of the old and the new cultures and is known for its well preserved Greek ruins like the Piazza Del Duomo and the Apollo Temple.
10. One of the most important reasons to visit Sicily is its wonderful food and excellent wines. Virtually every town in this region has exclusive dishes and different recipes and the wines available here are among the finest in europe.
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