With its six sites recognised by UNESCO, Sicily is one of the territories worldwide with the highest density of World Heritage Sites, and indeed many are convinced that Sicily can contend with Greece recognition as the cradle of western culture.
Whether or not you agree with this classification, you cannot fail to be fascinated by the extraordinary melting pot of cultures to be found here, giving rise to an intense Mediterranean atmosphere: breathe it in in the fascinating historic city centres, in the grandiose architecture of its cities of art, in its small fishing villages and astounding archaeological sites.
Throughout the island there are a host of destinations to whet your appetite for culture: we have selected for you the best hotels to discover Sicily’s cultural heritage.
