About Sicily
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Sicily's sunny, dry climate, natural beauty, cuisine, history and architecture attract many tourists from mainland Italy and abroad. Mount Etna, the beaches, the archeological sites, and the two major cities of Catania and Palermo are the favourite tourist destinations.
The island of Sicily has a population of approx. five million, many involved with agriculture. Its highly fertile soil due to the volcanic eruptions in the past and presently produces more wine than New Zealand, Austria and Hungary combined. The best known local variety is Nero d'Avola, the best wines made with these grapes come from Noto, a famous old city close to Avola.
The town of Siracuse has a natural deep water harbour and it provides a useful stepping-stone for visits to Mount Etna and the rest of the east coast of Sicily.
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