Siracusa - Archaeological Sites Teatro Greco Its design and architect makes the tourists marvel. It is one of the monuments, which the Greeks and Romans built. The monument was exclusively used for classic dramas during the ancient times. The wild animals slaughtered criminals and slaves here and most gladiatorial fights contested here.
Agrigento - Archaeological Sites Tempio della Concordia The Temple of Concord, built around 440-430 BC, is located in the Temples Valley in Agrigento, Sicily, and, with its elegant symmetry, is a true masterpiece of ancient Greek art.
Catania - Archaeological Sites Parco Archeologico Greco-Romano The Greek-Roman Archaeological Park of Catania, was established by the Sicilian Region, and deals with research, maintenance, enhancement and use of about a hundred archaeological sites and monuments, as well as the protection of several thousand finds.
Catania - Archaeological Sites Teatro Romano Also in the city center, in piazza S. Francis, this testimony of Roman culture, could accommodate 5,000 visitors. Nearby is the Odeon, a smaller theater that was, it seems, used for testing.
Catania - Archaeological Sites Anfiteatro Romano Could hold 15,000 spectators and was one of the largest theaters after the Colosseum. There were also real naval battles, filling the arena with water.
Siracusa - Archaeological Sites Tempio di Apollo e Artemide The oldest temple in Sicily has been made in the Byzantine era as a church. Then it was used as a a mosque, and later again as a a Christian church and in modern times as a military barracks.
Marsala - Archaeological Sites Mozia - zona archeologica fenicio-punica Mozia is a fortress town located a few kilometers from Cape Lilibeo. Following the destruction that occurred in 397 BC by the tyrant of Syracuse Dionysius I, the city remained uninhabited. At present, the city has several very elegant and elegant buildings.
Campobello di Mazara - Archaeological Sites Cave di Cusa THE QUARRIES FROM WHERE THE BOULDERS WERE EXTRACTED TO BUILD THE TEMPLES OF SELINUNTE
Siracusa - Archaeological Sites Anfiteatro Romano Erected in the Imperial Age in the 3rd - 4th century AD of the amphitheater you can see only the bases, the stripping perpetrated over the centuries completely destroyed the upward part. Elliptical in shape, the external diameters measure mt- 140 x 119, the amphitheater is one of the greatest buildings of the existing genre.
Ispica - Archaeological Sites Parco archeologico della Forza The Forza Park is one of the most important natural archaeological complexes in Sicily. The quarry is located near the sea and has a shape of a throat. Exhibits have been found since the beginning of the 6th century BC
Modica - Archaeological Sites Cava Ispica Cava Ispica is a river valley located in the municipality of Modica. In the area, the presence of man was testified until the earthquake of 1693. According to some scholars, Cava Ispica is one of the largest, most magnificent and special archaeological areas that have been discovered to date. The houses have a special structure in the shape of a gorge that was suitable for defending from the river and enemies.
Filicudi - Archaeological Sites Capo Graziano In the locality called Capo Graziano have recently been discovered the remains of a prehistoric settlement dating back to 3,000 BC It is twenty-five oval-shaped huts, in which were also found remains of pottery. Near the village, which was inhabited until 1430 BC has also been found sacrificial altar.
Patti - Archaeological Sites Teatro Greco di Tindari The Greek Theatre of Tindari is supposed to have been built in the 4th century BC on a slope close to the sea. The excavations that brought him back to light date back to 1842. Like all Greek theaters it has perfect acoustics. Unfortunately, in the Imperial Age the Theater was used for circus games and after suffering damage its blocks were used for the reconstruction of the walls.
Patti - Archaeological Sites Tindari - Resti Mura di Cinta (396 a.c.) The city walls existed only in sections not protected by the inaccessibility of the cliffs. At the beginning of the 3rd century BC, this structure consisted of a double vestment of squared blocks and with internal filling of stone. The walls were crossed by numerous drainage channels and posters.
Patti - Archaeological Sites Zona archeologica di Tyndaris Nestled on the highest point of Capo Tindari is an important archaeological area composed of the Greco-Roman Amphitheatre, remains of the market, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Aeolian Islands. From here you can enjoy a unique panorama overlooking the entire Gulf of Patti and the nature reserve of the salt lakes of “Marinello”.
Montalbano Elicona - Archaeological Sites Rocche dell'Argimusco The megalithic area of Argimusco, the Sicilian Stonehenge, seems to be one of the few places on our planet where the powerful forces of nature focus to create a magical and ancestral atmosphere.
Aidone - Archaeological Sites Città sicula-greca Morgantina The archaeological site of Morgantina was founded in the Prehistoric Age and had its decline in the Roman Imperial Age. It is located in the interior of Sicily and is the best known ancient city. In Morgantina there are two areas that correspond to the two main phases of the city's history, which are: the ancient, Hellenistic-Roman settlement and the one called “The Citadel “which has its own origins in the Bronze Age.
Catania - Archaeological Sites Acquedotto Romano The Roman aqueduct of Catania was the greatest work of piping water in Roman Sicily.
Agrigento - Archaeological Sites Tempio di Castore e Polluce The Temple of Castor and Pollux, built in the sixth century BC, is located in the heart of the Shrine of chthonic deities, and is considered an important symbol of the city of Agrigento,Sicily. It is well worth visiting.
Agrigento - Archaeological Sites Tomba di Terone The Valley of the Temples is home to the so-called Tomb of Theron, a tuff monument of considerable size with a pyramid shape. It is expected erected to remember the fallen of the Second Punic War.
Agrigento - Archaeological Sites Tempio di Giunone The Temple of Juno in Agrigento, Sicily, dating back to 450 BC, was used by the Greeks to celebrate weddings.This beautiful monument, located in the upper part of the ancient city is absolutely worth seeing.
Agrigento - Archaeological Sites Tempio di Vulcano Also called the Temple of Hephaestus, the Volcano Temple was a temple in the ancient city of Akragas. Located in the Valley of the Temples of Agrigento.
Agrigento - Archaeological Sites Tempio di Ercole Agrigento is full of history and beautiful temples, one of these is the Temple of Hercules,built in the eleventh century BC. It's a beautiful monument worth visiting in this interesting city of Sicily.
Agrigento - Archaeological Sites Tempio di Zeus Olimpio Agrigento is a city rich in ancient temples and one of these is the Temple of Olympian Zeus, built to celebrate the defeat of Carthage in 480 BC. Today only the ruins are left,but they are filled with history and meaning.
Agrigento - Archaeological Sites Quartiere ellenistico-romano The daily way of life of ancient times can be understood by walking through the Hellenistic-Roman Quarter in the heart of ancient Akragas, now called Agrigento,in Sicily.
Ispica - Archaeological Sites Parco Forza di Cava Ispica Beautiful naturalistic and archaeological site not to be missed.
Siracusa - Archaeological Sites Latomia del Paradiso Latomia del Paradiso is located near the Syracuse Greek theatre and is the most famous among the latomies of Syracuse. It is bare and vertical walls where different vegetations of oranges, palm trees and prickly pears unfold. Its peculiarity lies in being the place where the cave stands called “The Ear of Dionysus” that the tyrant had made up to act as a prison and listen to the conversations of the prisoners.
Siracusa - Archaeological Sites Latomia dei Cappuccini The Latomy of the Capuchins is located on the eastern border of the Greek Pentapoli in Syracuse, constituting one of the most beautiful and ancient places in the Sicilian city. The name comes from its function as a quarry that over the centuries has provided construction material for the whole Syracuse city. Instead, the name of the Capuchins is given to her, since the University of Syracuse, in 1582, gave it to the friars minor of St. Francis to build a fortified convent in the area above, with the intent of defend the coast from pirates.
Siracusa - Archaeological Sites Foro Siracusano The Syracuse Forum is located at one of the busy intersections of the city. The Forum was known, until 1910, as the 'Square of Weapons'. Inside you can visit the temple dedicated to Zeus. Currently, the Forum is under restoration, with the aim of restoring the splendor of the past.
Siracusa - Archaeological Sites Antico Arsenale The Ancient Arsenal was a shipyard of the Greek age, where the merchant and war boats of the Syracuse fleet were manufactured and adjusted. In this building the majestic ship 'Siracosia' was built, which served as both a warship and a merchant. The ship was donated to Ptolemy of Egypt by Heron II as a sign of gratitude as an ally. The arsenal structure could contain more than three hundred ships.
Gela - Archaeological Sites Ingresso citta' greca (VII sec.aC) Gala is one of the oldest Sicilian cities, the first appropriations take us back to the 5th century BC. The name comes from the Doric colony founded in the 7th century BC which took possession of all Greek Sicily. Do not forget also the Federican period in which Terranova was built, a new city on the ruins of the Hellenic metropolis. In 1943 there was the first arrival of the Allies, in 1948, instead, the great archaeological discovery of the fortresses of Capo Soprano. In 1956, with the discovery of oil deposits, the city became of great importance, assuming fame and fame throughout the nation. Over the decades, as a result of the latest events, Gela took on a negative image.
Noto - Archaeological Sites Castelluccio - Zona Archeologica (Xviii Sec.Ac) Castelluccio di Noto is an archaeological site located in Syracuse. The site was discovered by Paolo Orsi and resembles a necropolis of over 200 artificial grotticella tombs. From this site come ceramic materials, bronze artifacts and 2 tomb hatches that have been exhibited at the “Paolo Orsi” museum in Syracuse.
Noto - Archaeological Sites Villa romana del Tellaro These are the remains of a Roman Villa from the 4th century AD. The excavations have brought to light the remains of an ancient dwelling with an area of 6000 square meters. It is located on the right bank of the Tellaro River, and since 2008, following a long renovation process, it is open to the public. Behind the Villa you can admire the beautiful vineyards, where even today the traditional grapes of the territory are cultivated.
Avola - Archaeological Sites Dolmen di Avola The Dolmen di Avola or the so-called Dolmen di Ciancio, named so in honor of Prof. Archaeologist Salvatore Ciancio, is located in the municipality of Avola in the province of Syracuse in Sicily. The dolmen is a prehistoric single room building. The Dolmen of Acola was realized from the 5th millennium BC to the end of the III millennium BC. It belongs to the Neolithic Age. It is located a few kilometers from the center of Avola. It was built with stones of three or four vertical legs that support one or more horizontal slabs. It was discovered in 1961.
Augusta - Archaeological Sites Città Greca Megara Hyblaea (729 A.C.) The Greek city Megara Hublea (Iblea) is located within the municipal territory of Augusta, north of Syracuse in Sicily. It was built in 729 BC by Megaresi, a Greek colony. It was demolished in 483 BC by the tyrant of Gela, and in 213 BC by the Romans. It has a location directly overlooking the sea. Today there are the ruins of the Greek city including the remains of the Hellenistic Sanctuary, the Hellenistic Temple, the Hellenistic Baths and the Heroon, the Western fortifications and finally the metallurgical workshop.
Acireale - Archaeological Sites Aci Catena - Terme Romane di S.Venera al Pozzo The Roman Baths of San Venera al Pozzo are located in Acireale. Since ancient times, the territory has been known for the conspicuous presence of beneficial waters coming from springs including sulphurous. The archaeological site consists of two covered rooms. The oldest of the findings dates back to a period between the first and second century AD.
Termini Imerese - Archaeological Sites Himera - Tempio della Vittoria The Temple of Victory was located in the ancient city of Himera. The building was built in 480 BC after the epic battle between the Greeks of Sicily and the Carthaginians. During the siege of 409 BC the latter destroyed and set fire the Temple, of which today only a few remains remain. The city plan included the construction of several shrines including the Temenos of Athena, located in the northeastern part of the city. The archaeological area includes the urban area defended by the city walls and the necropolis located along the exit paths.
Pantelleria - Archaeological Sites Acropoli Punico-Romana di San Marco e Santa Teresa The Phoenicians founded a colony, Cossyra, whose archaeological remains are located on the hills of San Marco and Santa Teresa in the immediate afterland of the current capital. Cossyra soon entered the orbit of the nearby Carthaginian power.
Gioiosa Marea - Archaeological Sites Gioiosa Guardia Gioiosa Guardia was a city built by Vinciguerra of Aragon as a fortress to defend pirate raids. At the end of the eighteenth century, due to the high seismicity of the territory, the city was abandoned. Today we can only admire the remains.
Siracusa - Archaeological Sites Catacombe S.Giovanni Evangelista The Catacomb St. John the Evangelista is one of the most special archaeological sites in Syracuse, and dates back between 315 and 360 A.D. The atmosphere of the places of the Catacomb is immense and full of mystery and curiosity. From all the catacombs present in Syracuse, the catacomb St. John the Evangelista is the most easily visited.
Pantelleria - Archaeological Sites Sese Grande o Sese del Re The island of Pantelleria archaeological ruins from the Neolithic period as the "Sese Grande", a monument built with dry stones. It starts from an oval base to wrap on itself and ending towards the top in a spiral shape. Inside the dead were buried in a fetal position with his head facing west.
Pantelleria - Archaeological Sites Relitto Ras Jedir Since 2002, it is possible to visit the wreck of the vessel Libyan "Ras Jedir" that ran aground carrying illegal immigrants. It 'was in the bay of Cala Tramontana, in sailing trim. From the portholes you can see how the people of the Mediterranean have made this wreck their new home, from groupers to bream.
Scopello - Archaeological Sites La Tonnara The tuna Scopello is one of the most important historical monuments of Sicily, probably the only intact evidence of tuna fishing in the Mediterranean sea. The building is privately owned
Archaeological Sites Citta' Greca (V Sec.Ac) viale giuseppe agnello - Siracusa The notoriety of Syracuse is inextricably linked to its Greek history, the cradle of Mediterranean civilization at that time the city was a fortress, defended by a city walls never conquered. Syracuse has some partially intact temples among which the most famous is the temple of Apollo.