Sicily, the garden of the Mediterranean, is located in the heart of the Mediterranean sea, just off the southern tip of mainland Italy. It’s more than just an island...Europe, Africa and Asia are rolled into one here in one of the world’s first multicultural societies. A unique place full of art and archeology, history and folklore and breathtaking scenery.

Sicily has attracted the attention of outsiders for more than 6000 years - Greek tyrants, Arab emirs, Norman knights, Byzantine bishops and Holy Roman Emperors have all added their stamp and made Sicily the place you see today. A fabulous display of Greek amphitheatres and temples, Roman villas, Arab mosques and gardens, Norman cathedrals, Renaissance palaces, Baroque churches - over thirty centuries of history and culture to be explored.

Only 3km across the Straights of Messina from the shores of it’s latest ‘occupier’ mainland Italy, Sicily abounds with natural beauty - the landscape is varied, with rugged mountains running into the glittering Mediterranean sea, coastal valleys of lemon orchards, ancient olive groves, vineyards, cherry and almond orchards and endless wheat fields set the scene.

An island where you can visit an active volcano, or relax on pristine beaches, discover ancient temples, Moorish cities and medieval villages and relax in one of many cosmopolitan resorts. Around it lies a number of smaller islands from the Aeolian islands in the north, the Egadi in the west and the Pelagie islands in the south.

In recent years Sicily has returned to its state of sleepy tranquility, fuelled by its famous cuisine and wines. Today, the cloak of silence covering Sicily, has been cast aside and this fascinating island has opened again to the outside world – come and be fascinated!