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It is believed that the bikini was a 20th century invention, but an ancient mosaic reveals women in Rome wore it while playing sports. The Villa Romana del Casale, located in Sicily, dates back to the early fourth century AD. Among the ruins, archeologists have discovered one of the largest collections of ancient Roman mosaics. All of them are surp...

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Sicily’s history is based on agriculture, and its treasure trove of quality products, its incredible biodiversity, from food to wine, all make it the “soul” of the Mediterranean. It is now just one step away from the prestigious international title, “European Region of Gastronomy” 2025, awarded by the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture,...

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In Italy, as we know, there’s a fondness for rivalries—be it between cities, flags, or neighborhoods. Among these, the Palio of Siena is undoubtedly the most renowned, not just in the Belpaese. However, numerous other events fill our streets and squares at various times of the year, giving life to medieval games that closely mimic the reality of th...

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The archaeological discoveries in Sicily never cease to amaze, and Pantelleria, an island belonging to the province of Trapani, is no exception. It continues to unveil spaces of great interest to scholars, such as an area once designated for political assemblies. Capable of holding up to two hundred people, it was situated in the forum of Cossyra –...

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The ancient hilltop city of Taormina is arguably the most famous and popular destination in Sicily. Backdropped by the smoldering force of Mount Etna, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, the city is a tapestry of winding cobblestone and marble streets. Steep cliffs plunge down to coves with pebbled beaches surrounded by dense Mediterranean sh...

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All the energy, light and character of Sicily are found in its wines, famous all over the world. We remind you to drink responsibly and not to drink if you have to drive.  The production of wine in Sicily has always had a great importance and today Sicilian wine is undoubtedly one of the favorite alcoholic beverages of the summer of Italians. The g...

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“Sicily is not Italy,” reads stenciled graffiti around Palermo, a sign that some in the Sicilian capital view the city as both a physical and cultural outlier from the mainland. Influenced by Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Norman and Spanish conquerors, the port city has long been known for its distinctive dialect, original street food, medieval ch...

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Medieval Sicily occupies a crucial position in literary history: incorporating the three monotheistic traditions of Islam, Christianity and Judaism, it has a repertoire of texts in Arabic, Hebrew, Greek, Latin, and Romance.  In the 13th century, Sicily was also the protagonist in a pivotal event in world literature: the rise of the Italian lyric. T...

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Italy is known for embracing art in its many forms. While Italy is not the birthplace of ceramic making, it’s undeniable that the country is home to skilled artisans who have perfected this ancient tradition. Hand-painted ceramics are often referred to as maiolica, which references the tin glaze used on these pieces. The original spelling of this n...

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When you see the “brioscia cu’ tuppu” (Sicilian brioche) for the first time you inevitably think: okay, what is this? Is it really eatable or is it a strange work of art to be admired and photographed for Instagram? Well yes, Sicilian brioche is instagrammable without a doubt, but it is also eatable, and how! It is one of Sicily’s most famous and p...

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