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Private Guide in Sicily

Private Guide in Sicily

Sicily, which is one of the autonomous regions in Italy, is an island in Mediterranean. In Sicily, which has a deep-rooted history, Greek, Roman, Aragonese and Arab civilizations reigned and today the traces of those civilizations can be encountered. Sicily, where east and west culture harmonized, quite developed in terms of tourism. The language spoken in the island is a dialect of Italian and bears some traces from Arabic and Greek languages. That’s why tourists coming from all over the world benefit private guide in Sicily service.

Sicily is known with Etna Volcano which is still active. Etna is an active stratovolcano located nearby Mesina Strait where Sicily diverts from Italy mainland, and neighbors with Mesina and Catania cities. Etna, with its height up to 3350 meters is three times higher than other active volcanos in Italy, namely, Vesuvius and Stromboli. Etna is also known as the highest volcano in Europe. Since the volcano is still active, scientists control it all the time to protect the people of Sicily. Etna is an important center for volcano researches. Etna is open for the tourists to visit. private guide in Sicily recommends you to visit Silvestri Crater at an altitude of 2100 meters. You can get there with tour buses. As you get closer to Etna, the vegetation decreases and black and brown lava residues are encountered at the hill. It is also possible to get to the higher spots by cable car. There are also ski facilities at Etna and it attracts many tourists in the winter. In fact, the affects of Etna can be observed at every part of Sicily. Ashes coming from volcano made the soil of Sicily very fertile and agricultural products are abundant. The buildings made of black volcanic rocks are remarkable. Additionally, those black rocks are very pervasive at the coast. Mount Etna was declared as Natural Culture Heritage in 2013 by UNESCO.

private guide in Sicily
private guide in Sicily

Palermo, Catania, Taormina and Messina are the main touristic cities of Sicily. It is possible to see the traces of different cultures in each those cities. In order to see the important sites and work arts of that culture mosaic, as well as to learn and understand its historical significance, we advise you take the advantages of private guide in Sicily during your tour.

Sicily is also known with its gastronomy as well as its architecture, historical riches, natural beauties. It is also possible to observe east-west synthesis in the local flavors. You can find the answers of questions such as where to eat, what to eat, where to entertain, where to be safe, as well as sightseeing places through Sicily English-speaking guide hire.

 You may not know what to do when you visit a foreign country alone or with your family and your friends. Although you search about the region before going there, you will feel that you know nothing about the destination. That’s why it will be useful to take the advantage of guide service especially if you are going to a foreign country for the first time. private guide in Sicily service will both save your time and make you feel safe. Our guides have the professional know-how about not only language but also sightseeing places and historical and cultural texture of Sicily. You will not only see Sicily but also get information about deep-rooted history and culture of it with Sicily English-speaking guide hire service.

Private Guide in Sicily Hire and Sicily Tour

If you prefer Sicily English-speaking guide hire for your Sicily tour, whenever you step on the island our tour guide will meet you and transfer you to your accommodation in a safe manner. After introduction and a general briefing, our guide will talk about the tour program prepared for you and ask for your opinions and expectations.

It is possible to get to Sicily by different means such as taxi, mass transportation, shuttle bus. Your guide will inform you in detail about the options and then direct you according to your preference.

We start our private guide in Sicily tour in Palermo. Corleone, where Godfather movie was shot, is a commune in Palermo. That’s why the tourists show great interest to that region where that once-blockbuster, unforgettable movie was shot. Your guide will escort you in Corleone and talk about the true story of the movie.

Palermo is one of the worth seeing cities with its historical sites. Montreal Cathedral is one of the main historical buildings. Its main characteristics is that an area of 6500 square meters is decorated with glass mosaics. You will enjoy to visit that Cathedral with private guide in Sicily service. The mosaics located on right side of the Cathedral represent the prehistory and symbolize Adam-Eve and Noah’s Flood. The mosaics located on left side depict post-Christian era and gives information about the bible.

Another important historical site is Norman Palace. Nowadays the city is governed in this building. This palace, which is in UNESCO’s World Heritage list, was originally built as an Arabic Castle and then it was used as the palace of Sicilian King following the capture of the city by Normans. The Palace bearing traces from Arabic culture is worth seeing. Those who wonder about its history can prefer our Sicily English-speaking guide hire service.

Cefalu, which is one of the touristic locations in Palermo region, is like a corner from heaven with its buildings dominated by medieval architecture, narrow streets, long beach and deep blue sea… Cafes, Bars, restaurants and stores attract the attention of the tourists. In addition, Cefalu Palace remained from Norman era is worth seeing.

Massimo Theater, which is one of the biggest opera buildings in Europe and Garibaldi Theater at Piazza Polietama Square are historical buildings worth seeing.

Another site in Palermo that you can visit with private guide in Sicily service is Cappuccini Catacombs Skeleton Museum. The museum in which 2.000 mummies are displayed, was built in 16. Century.

Catania is the second biggest city in Sicily. It is a fascinating city with its historical buildings, squares as well as Mount Etna. Sant’ Agata Basilica, Roman Theatre, Ursino Castle located at the outskirts of Etna and Duomo Square are important location during the tour.

Another city that you can visit with Sicily English-speaking guide hire is Messina. Historic port, Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock, Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani Church, Regional Museum, Panoramic Road, Temple of Christ King are worth seeing.