Qué hacer en Palermo

Located on the northern shores of Sicily and looking out over the Tyrrhenian Sea, Palermo is the major city of the island and boasts splendid architecture, a rich history and a wonderful coastline. Immerse yourself in a land of scents and colors, from the intense blue of the sea to the green of vegetation, to the shining white of sand beaches.Melting pot of European and Arab civilization, Palermo bursts with art treasures, enchanting landscapes and traces of ancient civilization. Explore and city center and discover its Arab-style domes, the colorful Vucciria market and its many parks and gardens, such as Parco della Favoria, Villa Giulia and the Garibaldi Gardens. Don't miss the splendid Cathedral of Santa Vergine Maria Assunta, a gorgeous mix of different architectural styles and recently inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage sites list. Another spot you might want to include in your city tour is the Neoclassical Teatro Massimo, the biggest opera house in Italy and third in Europe, after the Opéra National of Paris and the Staatsoper of Wien.