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Indiana Jones in Sicily Are you ready to follow in the footsteps of the ultimate explorer? Anticipated to be released in late June, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny will excite Citalia readers, as much of the filming was done in Sicily! After more than 15 years, Harrison Ford returns to our screens with the fifth instalment of the legendary adventure franchise, Indiana Jones. Aged 80 years, there’s a final adventure left in Ford as he dons his cowboy hat, khakis, and bullwhip once again. The premise of this sequel is ‘fitting into a world that seems to have outgrown him’. In this adventure, Ford is joined by Phoebe Waller-Bridge of Fleabag fame, and Mads Mikkelsen, who you’ll recall from Casino Royale, as well as his old trustworthy sidekick, Sallah, played by John Rhys-Davies. With its spellbinding natural beauty and plentiful archaeological treasures, the southern Italian island of Sicily is an obvious location for the legendary explorer. A 600-strong crew were on location, with some actors reportedly dressed as Roman soldiers, which may provide some clues to a time-travelling storyline in this long-awaited sequel. Well, you’ll be pleased to hear that we’ve unearthed the filming locations, so that you can have your own Indiana Jones moments in Sicily. Let Citalia take you into the heart of the action! 8 Citalia.com
COVER STORY Parco Archeologico della Neapolis Syracuse On the east coast, Syracuse takes you into the sheer timelessness of Sicily, as you immerse yourself in a thousand-year-old city, with an even older origin story. Syracuse’s Old Town, known as Ortigia, is in fact a small island, but is connected by little bridges. Roam the medieval streets and decadent Baroque piazzas, and discover an impressive collection of ancient Greek ruins, as you breathe in the salty sea air of the nearby sparkling waters. Parco Archeologico della Neapolis One of Sicily’s greatest archaeological sites is the Neapolis Archaeological Park, which dates back to 734 BC and was one of the largest cities in the ancient world. It’s a classicist’s dream - and an ideal spot for Indiana Jones! Unsurprisingly, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site. All in all, we recommend about an hour and a half to visit the park, which you can enjoy independently or on a private guided tour. At the entrance of the park you’ll find a second century Anfiteatro Romano (Roman amphitheatre), where horse races and bloody combat took place between gladiators and, occasionally, wild beasts. It’s one of the more recent monuments, so is usually left until the end of a tour. Sadly, much of the amphitheatre was destroyed by Spanish conquerors in the 16th century. You’ll also find the Altar of Hieron, allegedly the largest stone altar ever built by the ancient Greeks, where bulls would be sacrificed on feast days to honour the Greek god of sky and thunder, Zeus. The pièce de résistance of the archaeological park is its 5th century BC Teatro Greco (Greek Theatre), which was rebuilt in the 3rd century. It’s best viewed at its lowest position to give you a sense of size. You’ll find a few artificial caves surrounding it, some of which are believed to have been used to supply water for mock naval battles, and also as burial sites in the Byzantine age. At one point, this impressive amphitheatre could have accommodated an audience of up to 16,000 to watch all the famous tragedies of its time. Even today, you’ll find a season of classical theatre running from early May until early July. You can also explore the Latomia del Paradiso (Paradise Quarry), an ancient limestone cave that is teeming with catacombs, but has also bloomed into a beautiful Mediterranean garden of citrus and magnolia trees. Orecchio di Dionisio You’ll find Syracuse’s most famous cave in the park: Orecchio di Dionisio (the Ear of Dionysius), a wide and deep cavern whose mouth is usually framed by ferns. Our sources tell us this features in Indiana Jones as an old mine. The renowned Italian painter Caravaggio believed its shape resembles a human ear and so gave the cave its name. Legend has it that the Greek tyrant Dionysius the Elder imprisoned his enemies here so that he could use the perfect echoing chambers to eavesdrop on them - and possibly even relished listening to their torture. While access to hear the sound from the top of the cave has been restricted in recent years, you can still test the acoustics for yourself from the cavern floor! Grotta Dei Cordari Also inside the park, you’ll find the Grotta dei Cordari (the Ropemakers’ Cave), which is expected to feature in the film. It’s so named because skilled family craftsmen worked here for many centuries, using their legs and hands to stretch, twist, and weave rope out of hemp, coconut, and agave, from dawn until sunset each day. A popular attraction through the centuries, this cave has been depicted in several significant historical and religious paintings. The last ropemaker left in 1984 when the cave was at risk of collapse and due to the onslaught of industrial methods. The cave was reopened to the public in 2021, after 40 years of closure. Castello Maniace Right at the tip of Ortigia stands a great 13th century Gothic citadel, Castello Maniace, which will feature in this year’s epic film, with scenes featuring horses, gunfire, and smoke! Built on rocks, it’s been continually restored and restructured through history. There’s a small antiquarium that features many artefacts found on site, however you might simply wish to gaze across the waters and dream of another time. Spring/Summer 2023 Andiamo!
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