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Mt Etna, a new eruption starts on July 19

Posted on 20/07/2019 (23/02/2025) by Grazia Musumeci

UPDATE FROM INSTITUTE OF VOLCANOLOGY– The eruption has ended on July 21st A new eruption has just started on Mt.Etna. By the dawn of July 18th, the great Sicilian volcano had begun to show signs of nervousness. The volcano, which however had not been quiet for some time, had manifested the first flashes due to […]

What is a “Trunzu di Aci” and why you should taste it

Posted on 15/07/2019 (23/02/2025) by Grazia Musumeci

When the people of Catania want to needle and bother the inhabitants of the nearby baroque town of Acireale, with whom they have always been in a rivalry, they say tyey are “teste di trunzu” (cabbage heads). That indicates their stubbornness, their being hard-headed like the trunzu cabbage that grows on their territory. Besides the […]

Mt Etna, 10 reasons to visit and love it

Posted on 08/07/2019 (23/02/2025) by Grazia Musumeci

Do not be surprised if Mt Etna is considered as female, in Sicily. For the local people, in fact, the volcano is a mother and for those who respect it this mountain can also become a lover ! It is hard to find someone who cannot have one reason to come and visit Etna, but […]

Etna, easy routes for elderly people

Posted on 01/07/2019 (23/02/2025) by Grazia Musumeci

A particular mountain like Etna is a continuous challenge that certainly fascinates those who love trekking, or young people who like to bring their skills to the extreme limits. But it is still a relaxing landscape, rich in woods and fascinating ravines that can please even those who do not really feel like adventure, but […]

Summer Festivals in the district of Siracusa

Posted on 30/06/2019 (23/02/2025) by Grazia Musumeci

If you are in Sicily during the summer months make an exception to the rule and choose the district of Siracusa, as your favorite destination. Not only for the now famous beauties that are absolutely worth the visit – the Greek ruins in Siracusa, the baroque of Noto and Palazzolo Acreide, the valley of the […]