The place where the mountains meet the sea. Sicily is the largest of the Mediterranean islands (about 1/9th of the size of great Britain) and is an island rich in culture and natural beauty.

Sicily has everything for a wonderful holiday. Sun drenched beaches, magnificent coastline, stunning, countryside, picturesque villages, ancient buildings, friendly locals, great shopping, and outstanding cuisine.

Sicily has a long history. Before it became a permanent territory of Italy in 1861 it had been under the influence of Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs and Normans who all left their own distinctive influences, particularly in the architecture and the cuisine.

Each scenic reguion offers something different. In north eastern Sicily's Nebrodi Mountains, you'll find unexpectedly lush forests. In the central regions you'll encounter rugged land and rolling hills. Dignified vineyards, ancient olive groves, hardy almond orchards and endless wheat fields complete the picture. Bedda, the Sicilian word for "beautiful," is the way Sicilians describe it.

Places to visit from Caccamo of major archaeological interest.

Palermo: The capital of Sicily offers a host of interesting sites that highlight the Norman period of the island's history. The Temple di Normi, the regional Archaeology museum, the Duomo and the buildings of the Old Town in the historic centre of the city. There are colourful street markets, Fashionable shops the famous opera house and the catacombs. take a stroll around the Arab quarter and enjoy some incredible Sicilian cuisine from a restaurant or trattoria for lunch or the local speciality "Pani ca' Meusa" from the street food vendors.

Monreale: for its delightful Norman cathedral and cloister

Cefalù: has a Norman cathedral famous for its mosaics, ancient streets and sandy beaches and a host of bars, cafe's, restaurants and gift shops.

Erice: High on a hill overlooking Trapani and the distant Egadi Islands, was originally colonized by the Phoenicians. Today it is known for the two scenic castles (one built by the Normans, the other Islamic in origin) that dominate this historic city. Erice has managed to preserve its medieval look and is interesting enough to deserve a visit

Segesta: has a well-preserved Greek temple and neighbouring amphitheatre, both located on the slopes of Mount Bàrbaro, in a gorgeous section of the Sicilian countryside.

Selinunte: this was one of the first areas colonized by the Greeks in Sicily. Eventually conquered and razed by Carthage, Selinunte offers several excavated temples that are worth a visit. Although there are fewer standing-temples here than Agrigento it is has a more beautiful setting.

Agrigento: (Valley of the Temples), founded in the 6th century B.C., was an important and prosperous centre of the Mediterranean world in the 5th and 6th centuries B.C. Today, the remains of the city can be found in Agrigento's Valley of the Temples, an archaeological site that is world famous for its outstanding collection of excavated Greek temples

Mount Etna: the highest active volcano in Europe which dominates the plain of Catania. This is well worth a visit to walk around the craters, volcanic terrain, and marvel at the spectacular views of the ocean and surrounding countryside.

There are sun-drenched beaches where you can take a swim or relax with a good book, nature reserves, mountain walks and ancient villages to explore. Sicily has something for everyone.