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THE
BAROQUE SICILY:
NOTO, MODICA & RAGUSA IBLA
Our destination today is the
southern part of the Island - enjoy the visit of the real Sicilian
Baroque among the wonderful unspoiled charming villages of Noto,
Modica and Ragusa Ibla.
Our ninety minute leisurely drive will take us down the eastern
coastline of Sicily passing the "Piana of Catania", the
coast line of the Ionic sea and Iblei mountains, arriving in Noto.
The beautiful antique town was built in 1703 is entered by the Porta
Reale and from there we follow Corso Vittorio Emanuele along which
we can admire numerous 18th century beautiful palaces of incredible
architectural value. The streets all leading to Corso Vittorio Emanuele
have also many beautiful buildings including the Duomo, the Museo
Civico the Convento dei Francescani...the list goes on and on.
We then continue our drive to the charming Ragusa and visit the
old part, "Ragusa Ibla", situated in the upper part of
this magnificent town.
We finish with a visit of the antique village of Modica, famous
also for its special unique chocolate in different taste. A chocolate
taste is a must!
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