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Temple of Concord Agrigento Sicily with statue of Icarus

Is the Valley of the Temples at Agrigento Sicily really in a valley?

July 14, 2016 By Jan Robinson 11 Comments

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The so called Valley of the Temples in south-western Sicily sprawls along the ridge tops near the town of Agrigento. The ridge falls away to valleys on both sides, one lush green and treed toward the town and another over brown then manicured fields to the ocean. On this side the fields are divided by …

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Filed Under: Destination, Italy, Ruins, Ten Weeks in Europe 2015

Piazza Navona Moor Fountain

Piazza Navona Fountains The Tale of Three Fountains in Rome

April 15, 2016 By Jan Robinson 27 Comments

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As soon as I read about the Piazza Navona fountains in Rome, I knew they would be at the top of our Rome Walking Itinerary. With the Trevi Fountain closed for repairs during our 10 weeks in Europe, you can imagine the excitement of discovering Navona Square was home to not one, but three famous …

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Southern Sicily Modica Walk

Southern Sicily Unplugged

March 25, 2016 By Jan Robinson 20 Comments

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The aim of Southern Sicily Unplugged is to reveal the streets as they really are. Some shots were taken from the car whilst moving from A  to B, while others are from our walks on the streets of Modica, our home base in this Baroque corner of Sicily. I hope they impart a feeling for …

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Sicilian Baroque Architecture Scicli

Sicily’s Scenic Southern Corner Revealed

March 17, 2016 By Jan Robinson 27 Comments

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Driving in Sicily can be challenging. Much to my dismay as chief navigator, I discovered how easy it was to become lost, even when using a GPS as well as a paper map. Keeping in mind that trips can take much longer than anticipated, it is a most enjoyable way to explore and reveal this scenic …

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Filed Under: Food to Love, Italy, Road Trips, Ruins, Ten Weeks in Europe 2015

Ortigia Wasteland of Concrete

Strange Sights in Siracusa

March 10, 2016 By Jan Robinson 30 Comments

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If I were given the task of filing Sicily into a suitable Destination niche, I would struggle to categorise this island of contradictions. After experiencing the Seductive Streets of Siracusa I might be tempted to slot this most beautiful city of the Ancient Greek Empire into the Enchanting Box. But Ortigia Island, the historical centre of Siracusa …

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Santa Lucia Alla Badia in the Piazza Duomo

The Seductive Streets of Siracusa Sicily

March 3, 2016 By Jan Robinson 43 Comments

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Siracusa, the ancient Greek stronghold on the south-east coast of Sicily, is seductive in May. Although Spring temperatures should be mild, the stone streets and buildings of this World Heritage listed town, store and radiate the mid-day heat. Sensible locals take a long Siesta with the shutters firmly pulled down, but we cannot resist discovering more Siracusa …

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Filed Under: Airbnb, Italy, Ten Weeks in Europe 2015

Siracusa Budget Meal

Budget Eating at Ortigia Market Ortigia Siracusa

February 26, 2016 By Jan Robinson 25 Comments

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To find Caseificio Borderi, the cheese factory deli owned by the Borderi family in the Sicilian town of Ortigia Siracusa, look for the crowd of happy shoppers munching on hand made cheeses at Ortigia Market. This local institution was on our personalised list of What to See in Siracusa as recommended by our Airbnb host …

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Filed Under: Budget Travel Tips, Food to Love, Italy, Markets, Ten Weeks in Europe 2015

Terme di Caracalla Within the Ruined Spa Complex

Baths of Caracalla Rome plus Lunch at Al Callarello

December 17, 2015 By Jan Robinson 24 Comments

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Having visited three of the major historical sights of Rome, the Palatine Hill, The Roman Forum and the Colosseum the nearby Baths of Caracalla are a must see Roman destination. I’m not sure why this ancient thermal baths complex, built in 212AD isn’t more popular because it is a spectacular ruin set amidst beautiful landscaping. However it’s …

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Filed Under: Food to Love, Italy, Ruins, Self Guided Walking Tours

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