This is the definitive guidebook to the enchanting island that bears the
legacy of many Mediterranean cultures from centuries of trade and
occupation. Written by expert Italy travel writer and National
Geographic Expeditions guide Tim Jepson, this guidebook contains
everything you need to make your visit to Sicily an enriching, engaged,
and unforgettable experience.
Beginning with an in-depth history of the island and an informative look
at Sicily today, the guidebook takes you through the popular entry port
of Palermo, followed by Syracuse and the Southeast, and around the
island to popular and historic destinations, including ancient Greek
temples, volcanic Mount Etna, and the olive gardens of Mount Iblei.
Features highlight every activity under the Sicilian sun: sampling
cannoli and gelato; swimming in volcanic pools; and running a mountain
marathon. Readers are guided on a walking tour through Northern Palermo
and a rail trip around Mount Etna, and taken off the beaten path to
places such as Ragusa's cheese farms and the fishing island of
Favignana. Gorgeous National Geographic photography and useful maps help
you navigate your way around Sicily and its surrounding islands.
This handy edition is designed to be perfectly portable and quickly
accessible. It offers a wealth of reliable information on activities,
excursions, and local sites, along with a useful listing of hotels and
restaurants. The book also includes a detailed section of practical
information, including how to get around the island. However you travel
around Sicily, Jepson's local knowledge and National Geographic's travel
expertise will prove indispensible.
