Sicily’s cultural heritage
Seven UNESCO sites and four intangible world heritage sites
Seven sites (out of 54 in Italy) have been declared Tangible World Heritage Sites by Unesco: The Archaeological Park of Agrigento and the Villa Romana del Casale, the Aeolian Islands, the entire Baroque area in the south-east, Syracuse and the rock necropolis of Pantalica, Mount Etna and the Arab-Norman monuments between Palermo and Cefalù.
The art of dry-stone walls, the vine of Pantelleria, the “Opera dei Pupi” and the Mediterranean diet have been declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Natural riches
The agricultural and nutritional records of a unique region in the world
Fourth in wine production in Italy with 4.3 million hectolitres and 21 DOC wines, third in olive oil production with 34 thousand tonnes, first in the production of almonds, pistachios, carob and citrus fruits, second in wheat. No fewer than 34 Slow Food Presidia bear witness to the high quality of agricultural and livestock production and the focus on tradition and biodiversity.
More than 10% of the region’s surface area is protected, including 4 regional parks and 76 nature reserves, 3 active volcanoes and numerous smaller islands. So, it’s hard to find more reasons to visit Sicily, whatever the season of year. And if these official data alone are not enough, direct experience will certainly add many more. Let us advise you and enjoy your trip.
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