The island of Sicily is one of the largest in the Mediterranean. The uniqueness of Sicily lies in the fact that it is washed by three seas - the Mediterranean, the Ionian and the Tyrrhenian. Here are found in commonwealth stone and sand.
The northern part of the island is pebble beaches and rocks, and on the south side stretch the best sandy beaches of Sicily . The eastern coast of the island combines both, and others. Some of them are located directly at the foot of Etna - the volcano, which erupts 3-4 times a year. So the choice of tourists is great enough and you can find a place to rest to your liking.
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Holidays in Catania
Going on a vacation, indulging in doing nothing, you should definitely pay attention to the city of Catania, located on the east coast of Sicily . Despite the fact that it is very close to the volcano Etna, just 25 kilometers away, yet tourists do not stop coming here without fear of the danger of a sudden eruption.
The Cattedrale di Sant'Agata cathedral, the Church of the Conclusion of Saint Agata (Chiesa di Sant'Agata al Carcere) and the Fountain of the Elephant (Fontana dell'Elefante) on Cathedral Square are the places that must be visited in Catania.
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Weather in Catania
Speaking about the local climate, it is worth emphasizing that the sun shines 105 days a year. This figure is significantly higher than in other resorts in Sicily. Thanks to this, it would seem, a dark city made of black volcanic stone, as if illuminated by golden rays and gives each guest an incredible impression.
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The weather throughout the year in Catania is mostly warm. The peak of solar activity occurs in July-August, when the thermometer reaches a maximum of + 35 ° C, and then gradually falls to + 15 ° C in winter.
For lovers of a mild climate is ideal vacation golden in autumn. The days of the scorching sun have already passed and you can sunbathe without worrying about the damage to the skin.
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How to get to Catania?
4.5 kilometers from Catania is the civilian airport of Fontanarossa, a feature of which can be called the view of the giant Etna opening when taking off. To worry about the flight is not worth it: many European countries are making direct flights, so everyone can enjoy amazing rest in Catania and visit the most amazing places.
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