We pave us the way through the impossible parked cars at the hotel, strolling through the beautiful Giardino Pubblico park with the impressive views of the water, further down a few lanes and bum, so we meet the throng, which fills the Taormina’s impressive main street, the Corso Umberto. Impressive and contrasted.
Some are on their way to the amphitheatre, the other on the way to dinner, and so there are many who just tusser around to experience life on the street.
in the north-eastern part of Sicily is a jewel for the island. With a location a few hundred metres above sea level, there is the one beautiful view after another. To The Ionian Sea or mount Etna, depending on which way you turn your head. No wonder that the italians themselves use this destination to stay.
be hectic, awakened in the evening, but during the day is the going style in mind. It takes place mostly on the many surrounding beaches, which can easily be reached, even if you are up in the hills on Monte Tauro, where the city is located.
There is traffic of charming vehicles in the small streets in the city. However, there are several ways to get around – most places you can also hike to the. Photo: Jonas Ryefelt
the of the famous beach located at the Isola Bella, a small island just outside the coast. The easiest way to get there is to use the very pleasant kabinebane, which is a few minutes walk from the centre of Taormina.
the Trip goes over the local football pitch and the slopes with a true ease, and vuet is, quite simply, beautiful. The trip takes no more than a few minutes and costs a little more than a 20 per. way. This is just a small walk to the famous beach.
We hit the, however, an unfortunate day clean vejrmæssigt, suddenly came the rain, and so we had to beat us down on one of the beach bar. But the sight was still the experience worth it. the
Weather can not put a finger on, and the trips to the beach was enjoyed by both big and small. Photo: Jonas Ryefelt
There is also the more conventional ways to get from the city to the beach in, if the car is not deadlines. Many hotels have shuttle service, and finally, there is the public transport, which also works fine. We tried some different places and was not to be on the pebble beach. However, it was offset by a nice dip in the turquoise sea, which is much needed when the thermometer reaches over 30 degrees celsius.
most of The shops and outlets are closing down at 15, but opens again in the evening.
the Italians go late, so you are nicely alone, if you insist on getting your evening meal at 19. It may be necessary, however, if you need to get past one of the performances at the fascinating Teatro Greco.
the Amphitheatre was built 358 years before our era and still have the same function, namely to entertain. And there are many who want to be entertained. Thousands of people flock up the little shopping street that leads up to the site before showstart. ‘You can just get on to the battle, for they begin never on time’, said the ticket seller.
the Amphitheatre is popular. The show part will be probably never a hit for our part, and the three hours, like the famous opera Tosca goods, can feel long. But when it is said, so it is a great experience anyway. The open night sky with the moon as the background, the pompous music and the lively atmosphere is a rare combination that you won’t find many other places. Photo: Jonas Ryefelt
theater is filled, thins it a bit out in the number of people on the shopping street, and there is ample opportunity to go in many shops, which both include the classic tourist traps and Italian topdesign. Otherwise you can just explore the small narrow streets, full of warmth and authentic atmosphere.
the Evening stretches long on these edges, and only start to be quiet, when teatergængerne have gone home. It can easily be on the other side of the bell a of Fenomenbet the night.
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Beware of the traps
Taormina is located several hundred meters above sea level, so it is not difficult to find really beautiful lookouts. Photo: Jonas Ryerfelt
There are a few pitfalls, when one is traveling to Sicily, but it is mostly about timing. We arrived at a time where there were many Italian tourists in the city, and for some it can safely be too much, while others will find it festive.
however, It is hardly a celebration to be at the beach on Sundays, when it is completely packed. You need to spend a day by the pool, is this week’s last day enough day to do it.
is also a hilly town with stairs and steep roads. Are you bad at walking, it can be a challenge, but you have the courage to slightly increases, it is to clear.
We had then in each case the success with pushing a stroller around along the way.
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Delicious dining options
Aftenstemningen in the small streets, recalling that we are in the south, and here if you eat late. Photo: Jonas Ryefelt
That is neatly obsessed with Michelinanbefalede restaurants, and the city keeps generally very high level when it comes to experiences for the taste buds.
There are also a number of restaurants in the immediate vicinity of the main thoroughfare, so when you are tired of the rat race and the crowds, you can just elope to the quiet restaurants on each side.
the quiet terrace, where the food is top-notch and the atmosphere relaxed.
Go a little further away from the main street, the Rosmarino is close by the park is recommended. Here are presented the very best ingredients for you in the baskets before placing the order, and follow up with good kokkehåndværk afterwards.
And as it is said in the famous Godfather movie from 1972: Leave the gun.
Take the Cannoli. The sicilian dessert is available in many forms and flavors and is sure to be a hit.
How do you come to Taormina
In the summer, fly charter direct to Catania, which is approximately one hour’s drive from Taormina.You can also knit a scheduled connection. Norwegian flies, for example, directly forward and back at a price below 1500 euros.When you arrive at Sicily, waiting for a game of twisting bjergkørsel.Many hotels in the Taormina can not be reached with the large buses, so that you must change to smaller vehicles.
