How to Enjoy Wandering Historic Ortigia
10 Aug 2026

How to Enjoy Wandering Historic Ortigia

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Siracusa, a city in southern Sicily, has an estimated population of 115,000 residents. Its land area consists of 207 square kilometers or 79 square miles, about twice the size of Florence. The historic center is the island of Ortigia and … Continued

How to Enjoy the Best Ancient Greek Ruins in Sicily
16 Jun 2025

How to Enjoy the Best Ancient Greek Ruins in Sicily

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Since 12,000 BC, Sicily has been inhabited, but it wasn’t until 750 BC that the Phoenicians and Greeks colonized this Mediterranean island. Fortunately for travelers like me and anyone who appreciates history, many of these preserved ancient structures or ruins … Continued

Sicily Travel – A Day in Siracusa
3 Oct 2013

Sicily Travel – A Day in Siracusa

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Tuesday Sept 17, 2013 Breakfast on the outside terrace of our hotel was lovely, and I met a British couple who were also traveling in Sicily for ten days.  I like meeting other English-speaking tourists in Italy and find it … Continued

Siracusa, Sicily in Photos
19 Sep 2013

Siracusa, Sicily in Photos

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Siracusa is an amazing city with rich history. Here are a few photos from my one-day to this southern Italian city. Enjoy.

Margie in Italy
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