IN THE HEART OF SICILY, PIAZZA ARMERINA & CALTAGIRONE
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In the heart of Sicily there is a Roman Villa beautifully conserved, the Villa Romana Del Casale, a few km from Piazza Armerina. In Piazza Armerina, UNESCO site since 1997 for its Villa del Casale, treasures of art and archeology famous all over the world are preserved. Caltagirone, the Sicilian capital of ceramics, is full of churches, buildings and eighteenth-century villas, famous for the exceptional value of its architectural heritage.
• Pick up at the place and time previously agreed with customers.
• Visit to the Villa Romana del Casale famous for colorful mosaics depicting how the Romans lived, dating back to the IV century.
• Lunch break.
• The tour continues with the discovery of Caltagirone, the Sicilian capital of ceramics and UNESCO site for its Baroque architecture. Caltagirone is a beautiful city with several monuments: the stairs of Santa Maria del Monte famous for its 142 steps with floor tiles in stunning ceramic, Cathedral of Saint Giuliano, Church of Saint Giuseppe, Municipal Gardens and many handicraft shops where you can find ceramic gifts and unique jewels.
Duration: Full day
Tickets: Adult € 65 euro – 4/12 years €45