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Selinunte, between history and sea

In eternal competition with Segesta was Selinunte, about sixty kilometers and fifty minutes away. Its name derives from Sélinon, a species of widespread wild parsley that grows in arid areas near the temples. It was razed to the ground in 409 BC from the Carthaginians and from Hannibal who after having paid the ransom to leave the city in…

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Segesta, the temple and the amphitheater. A story that lasts for millennia

Segesta a flourishing time, no longer inhabited for several centuries. During the spring period from April to June, the not too warm climate favors the splendor of the colors of millions of flowers that adorn the temple, creating an environment with a magical appearance. Silence dominates the valley. The smell of the soil brings back the memory to ancient…

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Sicily has been elected the most beautiful region of Italy

Sicily is the most beautiful region of Italy: the title, which confirms once again the undeniable charm of the island, has been awarded by the web users, who have expressed their preference at the Trofeo delle Regioni. The initiative was launched by the tourist portal “Italy to discover” and ended with the election of the most beautiful. Users started…

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The Zingaro natural Reserve

The Reserve extends in the western part of the Gulf of Castellammare, extends along the eastern side of the peninsula of Capo San Vito overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. it is a pedestrian path between paths and plants, exactly located between Castellammare del Golfo and San Vito Lo Capo It is about 35 minutes by car from the historic center of…

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