The beautiful Greek temple at the ancient city of Segesta dates back to 420 BCE, while the city itself goes back to 2,000 BCE. The temple is situated at the top of a hill, but is surrounded by cliffs and is a dominating feature of the landscape. The structure is an example of the Doric order, which was one of the three main orders of Greek architecture (the others being Ionic and Corinthian), and is one of the best preserved examples of Doric architecture in Europe. The dimensions of the temple also conform to Greek mathematical ratios with 14 columns on each side and 6 along the facade.
Erice is a small medieval town on top of Monte San Giuliano. The town has a rich history, having at one point been under the Elymian people, the Phoenicians, the Spartans, the Romans, and the Normans. Some local attractions to head to include the Castle of Venus, the Torreta Pepoli, and the Giardino del Balio, which has spectacular views of Sicily. Or just get lost in the cobblestone streets and explore what you come across. Erice is also the location of one of the island’s most famous pasticcerias - La Pasticeria Maria Grammatico.
The Isole Egadi, or Egadi Archipelago, are formed by the islands of Favignana, Levanzo and Marettimo and the islets of Formica and Maraone. It is a Marine Protected Area and the largest marine reserve in Europe. All the islands offer a little something of their own, whether it's a natural or historical wonder. We highly suggest taking the ferry to explore the area.
Cretto Burri, or Cretto di Gibellina is a piece of land art by Alberto Burri. Started in 1984, the work rises from the rubble of what was once the Sicilian town of GIbellina Vecchia, which was destroyed by the Belice earthquake in 1968.