Thanks in part to the “ White Lotus effect “ (the country featured in season two of the hit show), Sicily has become increasingly popular with travellers over the past few years. As the largest Mediterranean island, located just off the main peninsula of Italy , the country is home to beautiful beaches , quaint hilltop towns, and impressive architecture. The summer months can get very hot – July and August are probably best spent sipping an Aperol spritz by the beach – while the less stifling temperatures in the low seasons are ideal for visiting festivals, exploring the many archaeological sites and maybe even taking a hike up Mount Etna.
Europe’s tallest active volcano is one of seven Unesco sites, which also include Roman palace Villa Romana del Casale near the central town Piazza Armerina, and the eight Baroque towns of the Val di Noto in the southeast. Planning a Sicilian holiday soon? We’ve rounded up the best places to visit and where to stay during your Sicily trip. Capital city Palermo is a diverse destination with architectural nods to the Phoenicians, Normans, Turks, Egyptians, Arabs, and Spaniards, who have all inhabited the area throughout its history.
One of these buildings is Palermo Cathedral, dating back to the 12th century. Ballaro market and Vucciria market are both popular for street food, and there are various culinary-based walking tours where you can tuck into gelato , arancini , and cannoli . Read more on Italy travel : The city is home to .