Fancy a holiday in Sicily? Noto could be your ideal destination. Immersed in one of the most beautiful valleys in Italy, the Val di Noto, Noto is renowned for the Baroque beauty of its historic center.
Ragusa Ibla in Sicily in the early morning
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It is located halfway between two fascinating Sicilian cities, Syracuse and Ragusa, and offers you the chance to visit some beautiful beaches overlooking the Ionian Sea. Read on to discover Noto and the beaches in its surroundings.
Noto and the Baroque of Sicily
The Val di Noto is undoubtedly one of Sicily’s most attractive areas. It extends from the province of Catania to Ragusa and includes the ancient city of Syracuse, as well as charming smaller towns such as
Modica, Scicli, Caltagirone, and Noto itself
City of modica and its cathedral of saint George
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View from the absolutely breathetaking Scicli Italy, Sicily
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Caltagirone city, Sicily
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Together, they have become part of UNESCO’s World Heritage site thanks to the presence of archaeological areas and their majestic Baroque architecture, which saw them reborn after the devastating earthquake of the 17th century.
Noto fully represents the beauty of Sicily, and your holidays here will undoubtedly be full of pleasant surprises. We recommend you sleep in a Noto villa. This way, you will have every comfort and choose daily what experience to have in the exquisite Sicilian style.
We warn you: you will have much to explore and taste! Here, you will find every delicacy of Sicilian cuisine, especially pastry. And if you are a wine lover, here, too, you are spoiled for choice.
Basilica and cathedral of St. Nicholas of Myra (San Nicolo) in Sicilian baroque style. In the small town of Noto, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy
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In the heart of the historic centre, there is so much to see, but here are some sites not to be missed:
- Cathedral of San Nicolò —It is the city’s symbol and recognizable for its grandeur. It is at the top of a long staircase that attracts all visitors. It is open every day until 8 p.m., so you can’t miss it!
- Palazzo Ducezio—This palace perfectly exemplifies the Sicilian Baroque opposite the cathedral. It is worth visiting, especially to enter the Hall of Mirrors. You can find more information on the official website.
- Bell Tower of San Carlo al Corso – This little…
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