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Cefalù In northern Sicily lies the coastal city of Cefalù, home to a pretty fishing boat-lined port and gorgeous beaches that laze alongside a great 12th century Arab-Norman cathedral. It’s an architectural masterpiece, with Byzantine mosaics and heady towers, all to a backdrop of mountains. The Italian film classic Cinema Paradiso was set here, and it’s no wonder, as Cefalù really does feel like a paradise! Filming locations included the marina, and the beautiful main beach of Lungomare. On a typical day, if you head down to the promenade, you’ll usually find it lined with trattorie and cafés rather than a film crew. Streets and houses around Piazza Duomo were transformed into the 1960s era for the film, complete with a traditional barber shop and café. Head to Lilies Caffè in Piazza Bagni di Cicerone, to see if you can recognise it from the film! 10 Citalia.com
INDIANA JONES IN SICILY Trapani The lesser visited province of Trapani in the west of Sicily also got thrown into the limelight. Castellammare del Golfo One venue of choice was the historic town of Castellammare del Golfo. The literal Italian translation of ‘Sea Fortress on the Gulf’ is apt as you’ll find a medieval fortress in the harbour. It’s not the first time film crews have been here - Ocean’s Twelve was also filmed nearby, as was an Inspector Montalbano episode (The Sense of Touch). Some say that Castellammare del Golfo has the most beautiful peninsula in all of Sicily, so you may wish to unwind along the coast here. You’ll find a lovely lido culture with watersports at La Plaja. We heard word that one lucky visitor found Harrison Ford’s credit card on the beach, which he apparently lost while out strolling during a filming break. There are steep, winding streets up to the main town centre, which is where Roman gladiators were seen roaming during filming. Should you wish to explore further, the major city of the province is likewise called Trapani, and just a 40 minute drive away. It has many historical sights, including the Torre di Ligny (an astronomical clock), a pretty 19th century park, an atmospheric fish market, and an 18th century Spanish church that holds many mysteries. Marsala A 30 minute drive southwest of Trapani lies the town that famously holds the nectar of the gods, marsala wine. Possibly crucial to the new Indiana Jones plot, a yacht was filmed sinking here! Marsala has always been a strategically important port town for the many rulers over the centuries. What you’ll also find here is a centuriesold, still-working salt pans, which are home to native and migratory birds, windmills, and a fabulous network of waterways and pools. Take your time here - it’s well worth going on a boat tour and visiting the salt museum and the nearby nature reserve of Il Stagnone. You’ll also be able to explore beautiful Baroque architecture, an archaeological museum, and two fabulous white sand beaches. Plus, there are the local wineries to scrutinise too of course, which we highly recommend you do! Head to the historical Cantine Florio, one of Italy’s oldest wineries. Segesta With origins as far back as the ancient Elymians, one of the three indigenous peoples of Sicily, Segesta invites you back to a simpler time. More inland, it’s a tucked away spot of both barren hills and woodland, and at the top of one such hill you’ll unearth a great treasure: the Temple of Segesta. This beautifully-preserved ancient temple is believed to have been built around 420 BC, and is considered one of Europe’s best examples of Doric architecture. What’s more incredible is that historians and scientists concluded that this was simply a draft, and abandoned it before it was completed. They came to this conclusion as the pillars don’t have bases, and there’s no sign of walls or a roof ever having been built, nor was it ever painted or ornamented, so the temple’s purpose remains a mystery. To visit, we recommend you take the shuttle bus, or go early in the morning and take a somewhat steep walk up the hill. Do you want to follow in the footsteps of Indiana Jones in Sicily this summer? A 7 night holiday in Sicily, staying at the UNAHOTELS Naxos Brach Sicilia starts from £899 per person. Speak to one of our Personal Travel Planners on 01293 765061 Spring/Summer 2023 Andiamo!
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Page 5 and 6: CONTENTS 36 The Magic of Lake Maggi
Page 7 and 8: INSIDE ITALY TRENTINO- ALTO ADIGE F
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Page 15 and 16: TREASURES OF THE COAST Capri Capri
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Page 19 and 20: Hotel Covo dei Saraceni Embrace the
Page 21 and 22: ITALY'S LUXURIOUS RESORTS Excelsior
Page 23 and 24: ADVERTORIAL Days 1-3 Palermo Start
Page 25 and 26: The Big Dig: Paestum The stories of
Page 27 and 28: Have you heard of the Basilicata ca
Page 29 and 30: THE LOST FOODS OF ITALY Finding Loc
Page 31 and 32: Rome Beginning in Rome, to truly ge
Page 33 and 34: UNEARTHING ROME & TUSCANY Toscana R
Page 35 and 36: A 7 night holiday in Calabria, stay
Page 37 and 38: Lake Orta To the west of Lake Maggi
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