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Covid, experience Mt Etna in the “orange zone”

Posted on 16/11/2020 (21/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

As soon as the “second wave” of Covid 19 pandemic hit Italy, the national Government has decided to divide the Country into zones. Every zone indicates a risk level and has some restrictions that shall rule the human movement on the territory. Red zones are in “semi lockdown”, with very few open places and stop […]

Alternative Mt Etna: by bike, helicoper or with alpacas

Posted on 09/11/2020 (20/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

The beauty of a mountain like Mount Etna is due to the fact that it is also an active volcano. So, besides the wonderful landscape, it also shows volcanic phenomena, unique in the world. The best way to enjoy Mount Etna is on foot, by just … walking. You will admire every single detail of […]

Vulcano, the sulfur island

Posted on 02/11/2020 (20/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

The island of Vulcano is the first one you see as you arrive to the Aeolian Islands by hydrofoil, from Milazzo. A flat land, semi barren too, full of that typical smell of “rotten eggs” which comes from sulfur on an active volcano. Because this is an active volcano, though seems to have been dormant […]

A trip to Timparossa Hut

Posted on 26/10/2020 (21/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

Timparossa Hut is set on the northern flank of Mount Etna. It is a magic place attracting every year trekkers, hikers and photographers. It is a part of the “hut itineraries” of this volcano but its particular characteristic is the beech forest all around. In autumn it turns red, thus giving the name to the […]

The red leaves of Etna, what a show!

Posted on 19/10/2020 (20/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

In autumn, many plants lose their green colour to take on very lively tones, such as golden yellow, red, even orange. This phenomenon is due to the process of the leaves that die off while waiting for spring. The yellow and orange colours, typical of most plants, are due to the decrease in chlorophyll which […]