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Sicily is Italy\u2019s Wild West: it is or course recognisably Italian but it\u2019s different, very different, it\u2019s edgy, exciting and very romantic. \u00a0There\u2019s the sleeping giant, volcanic Mount Etna, the hunched brooding presence of which glowers over the eastern coast of the island, there are the most beautiful roads you\u2019ll ever drive, there are gorgeous hilltop villages where, in the heat of midday, not a soul stirs and there\u2019s a wealth of beautiful buildings in almost every architectural style since the ancient Greeks. Here are five romantic things to do whilst you\u2019re there.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stay Somewhere Memorable<\/b><\/p>\n

The distances between places in Sicily may not seem great and there are some impressively big, fast roads but for the most part, travel on its exquisite winding roads is slow, so it\u2019s worth considering carefully where you want to stay on the island. \u00a0Mrs and Mrs Smith have a selection of <\/span>handpicked romantic hotels<\/span><\/a> or if you prefer more privacy you might consider <\/span>a private rental in somewhere idyllic like the historic hill top town of Taormina.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Take a Food Tour<\/b><\/p>\n

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Sicilian food uses fresh local ingredients of a quality way beyond anything you\u2019ll find in a supermarket, you\u2019ll also find that you are eating it in the most romantic locations, so why not become better acquainted with one of the delights of the island by taking a <\/span>food tour<\/span><\/a>. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There\u2019s a wide range of tours on offer: if you\u2019re based in the island\u2019s capital, Palermo, why not opt for a street food walking tour of the city. \u00a0In the company of a local expert you\u2019ll learn about the history of the city, visit the outdoor markets and sample a delicious variety of street food such as panelle (chickpea fritters) and arancine (deep fried rice balls). \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re based on the other side of the island you might opt for a cookery class at a Taormina restaurant. \u00a0First, you\u2019ll go out and buy your ingredients, then you\u2019ll prepare them, under the expert guidance of a local chef and finally you\u2019ll sit down in the restaurant and enjoy the fruits of your labour.<\/span><\/p>\n

Travel back in time \u2013 Syracuse and the Archaeological Park<\/b><\/p>\n

Sicily\u2019s history has been one of regular invasion and colonisation and this is reflected in an extraordinary wealth of archaeological heritage. \u00a0Important historical sites can be found all over the island but nowhere is there such a concentration of riches as at Syracuse. \u00a0The pride of the Archaeological Park is the stunning fifth century Greek theatre, where the plays of Aeschylus and Sophocles were performed. \u00a0Also within the park is the other worldly Latomia del Paradiso, the limestone quarry from which the city was constructed. \u00a0The Ear of Dionysius, which lies within the quarry, is a vast grotto with extraordinary acoustics. \u00a0The city of Syracuse itself is filled with antiquities but don\u2019t miss the beautiful Santa Maria delle Colonne, one wall of which is formed by the Doric columns of an ancient temple to Athena.<\/span><\/p>\n

Take a romantic boat ride<\/b><\/p>\n

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Sicily\u2019s past has been shaped by the sea which brought it invaders and traders in swift succession. \u00a0There\u2019s no better way to admire its dramatic, rugged coastline, and get respite from the searing heat, than by taking a <\/span>sea cruise<\/span><\/a>. \u00a0There\u2019s a huge variety to choose from and an awful lot of coastline to explore.<\/span><\/p>\n

Explore the island\u2019s vineyards<\/b><\/p>\n

Winemaking on Sicily dates back thousands of years and a tour of its vineyards will take you deep into the heart of the island and its traditions. \u00a0Learn about the history of wine production, experience the rugged, unforgiving landscape and best of all enjoy that delicious glass of wine, sipped in the most perfect of situations.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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