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What to see in Ortigia in 4 days: the complete itinerary
With almost three thousand years of history packed into less than a square kilometre, Ortigia is the beating heart of ancient Syracuse....
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May 30, 20233 min read


Discovering the best beaches near Syracuse and beyond!
Summer in Sicily offers unforgettable experiences, among golden beaches, crystal clear waters and the cultural treasures of a region rich...
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Apr 13, 20233 min read


Open for Culture: the celebrations for Syracuse's 2750th birthday
Confcommercio and the Municipal Administration of Syracuse have chosen to inaugurate their city's 2750th birthday celebrations with a...
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Mar 28, 20232 min read


Syracuse and Ortigia bike tour
The city of Syracuse, located on the east coast of Sicily, is a popular tourist destination because of its rich history and cultural...
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Feb 23, 20232 min read


Visit the Syracuse Catacombs: history and opening hours
The history of Syracuse has its origins in ancient times. Today it is possible to explore Aretusean history by walking through a...
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Sep 27, 20222 min read


Puppet Opera: discover the Sicilian theatrical tradition
L'Opera dei Pupi: la storia e la tradizione siciliana
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Sep 13, 20222 min read


Sicily Food Experience; Shop, Cook, Eat!
“Food is more essential than clothes” is the Sicilian proverb and after thirteen dominations this Italian island has taken the best of...

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Apr 28, 20224 min read


OPEN AIR GREEK THEATRE SEASON 2022 - Siracusa, Sicily
From Tuesday the 17th of May running through until Saturday the 9th Of July 2022, the long awaited 57th theatre season at the Greek open...

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Mar 31, 20223 min read


‘Mikve’ Jewish Baths - Bagno Ebraico Siracusa
The unassuming location of this magnificent piece of 15th century Jewish history is what makes a visit here even more enchanting. This...

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Mar 31, 20222 min read


Ortigia For Iconic Italian Brands Adverts
With such a backdrop it is no wonder that many famous, high-end Italian brands use the stunning Island of Ortigia in Siracusa, Sicily as...

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Feb 28, 20222 min read


Visit Ortigia 2022, An Unforgettable Wander...
Trapped in time with regards to beauty and simplicity, the 'island of Ortigia' a peninsula of the eastern Sicilian city of Siracusa, will...

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Feb 25, 20225 min read


Sicilian Arancini
Across the planet certain foods are recognisable on every plate. The most humble ingredient of rice is no exception. When you are...

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Jan 31, 20222 min read


From Sea To Plate, The Siracusan Fishermen
Lost in time, the traditions of fishing are held strong here in Sicily. As an island surrounded by sea, the foods provided direct from...

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Jan 29, 20222 min read


The Language of Christmas, Italian Style
If you are heading to Italy this Christmas season or already here, then you must be wondering where the little things that make up...

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Dec 31, 20212 min read


Santa Lucia Saint Lucy Day, Siracusa, Sicily 2021
The smell of December the 13th in the air, the nourishing atmosphere amongst the locals anticipating the arrival their very own Saint...

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Dec 13, 20213 min read


'English Cemetery' in Siracusa, Sicily
Unsuspectingly, the cemetery of The British fallen soldiers in Operation Husky*, 1943 Sicily during the Second World War is placed in...

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Nov 29, 20212 min read


Siracusa Puppet Theatre, Teatro dei pupi, Ortigia.
Hidden away in a small street in the old Jewish quarter Guidecca, of Ortigia, Siracusa is one of Sicily's hidden treasures. The Puppet...

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Nov 29, 20212 min read


Holiday Reads - Books about Italy
Whether you are holidaying for work or pleasure, it is always nice to have a nice holiday read. You know, that pile of books that you...

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Oct 1, 20212 min read


Chess - The Sicilian Defence
Chess or ‘scacchi’ in Italian, in most minds conjures up images of Russian men in deep thought playing for hours on end banging away at...

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Oct 1, 20213 min read


'Inferno' Heat & Tips For Summer Travels
'Inferno' Heat & Tips For Summer Travels. Meteorologists measuring 48.8 °C (119.84 °F) on the Sicilian island this summer. Tips to stay cool

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Aug 30, 20214 min read
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