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Mediterranean
Coast
Why Go?
Sicily's Mediterranean coast is a mixed bag. The main attraction of the area, the spectacular
ruins of the Valley of the Temples - unparalleled across the island for their significance, ex-
panse and beauty - are overlooked by ranks of unsightly tower blocks, giving the city of
Agrigento an odd air. West of Agrigento, the development soon peters out and the land-
scape takes on a wilder, less contaminated aspect. Here you'll find some wonderful sandy
beaches, particularly at the Riserva Naturale Torre Salsa and Eraclea Minoa, and tracts of
beautiful, unspoilt countryside. The chalk hills of the Scala dei Turchi are a spectacular
sight and there's a great beach too. Further west, the pretty spa town of Sciacca is well
worth a day or two for its excellent seafood restaurants and handsome historic streets.
Don't miss Favara's art neighbourhood, Farm Cultural Park, an innovative and vibrant art
project that has revived a town.
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