The beautiful island of Sicily is a popular tourist region. It is most often visited by lovers of the beach and wonderful views. The capital of Sicily is Palermo.
Palermo is located in the north-western part of the island, which belongs to Italy. It has sea access to the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Climate
Sicily lies in the Mediterranean climate zone. Therefore, there are hot summers and mild winters, during which the temperature drops to a maximum of several degrees during the day.
There are no negative temperatures or snowfall recorded here. In the summer months such as July and August it is quite dry and very hot. The temperature reaches up to 40 degrees Celsius.
The greatest attractions of Palermo
Orto botanico di Palermo
Worth visiting in Palermo is the botanical garden, Orto botanico di Palermo, which is located near the University. It covers an area of 10 hectares and has a collection of 12,000 plants. It is the biggest attraction in all of Italy. And very important on a European scale. It houses plants from all over the world.
Abatellis Palace
The Abatellis Palace, located in the Kalsa district, is very popular. In Palazzo Abatellis there is an art gallery, Galleria Regionale della Sicilia, which attracts many visitors every year.
Art in the Abatellis Palace began to be collected in the second half of the 19th century and mainly concerns the medieval period. On the first floor of the Abatellis Palace is the most famous work of art present in this building. It is a painting entitled “The Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary”.
Cattedrale di Palermo
Palermo Cathedral (Cattedrale di Palermo) – this is an architectural complex. It is characterized by the presence of different styles, due to a long history of additions, changes and renovation works, the last of which took place in the 18th century. The cathedral is located on Corso Vittorio Emanuele, corner of Via Matteo Bonello, Palermo.
Teatro Massimo
Another attraction that you can’t just stare at is Teatro Massimo, Vittorio Emanuele’s impressive theater in Palermo. The largest opera theater in Italy. The theater area of 7,730 m2 is also the third largest facility of this type in Europe.
Tourists are attracted to the Teatro Massimo building by the famous stairs leading to it and its characteristic roof. The opera performances are breathtaking.
Spiaggia di Mondello
Spiaggia di Mondello is one of the most beautiful beaches in Sicily, located just a few kilometers from the center of Palermo. It is a paradise for beachgoers on the Mediterranean coast and attracts both locals and tourists from all over the world.
Cefalu – Lido Eolo
Near Palermo, in the town of Cefalu, there is Lido Eolo. A sandy area with a special relaxation area for tourists seeking seaside relaxation. They will find sun loungers with umbrellas here, and although the stay on the beach is subject to payment.
Street Food
Vucciria market
Street Food in Palermo at the Vucciria market. This is something you cannot miss for anything in the world. It is a land of culinary adventures of street food.
The basis of Italian street food is its easy availability, low price and large portions. The dishes are simple and all you need to prepare them is fire, a frying pan and lard or olive oil. The dishes are mainly fried, so not very dietary, but so good!
Palermo is an extremely picturesque city, the climate is hot in summer and not only in summer, the local beaches invite you. City trips are rich in monuments, buildings and amazing views. It’s also worth trying street food, I bet you’ve never eaten it before.
