Sicily Active Volcanos

One of Sicilys most fascinating characteristics is the juxtaposition of constantly changing colours.

The sea is a predominant feature, with its many shades of green, turquoise and blues, contrasting sharply with the intense whiteness of the fishing villages and the black lava of the archipelago of the Aeolian Islands. Most of the islands are active volcanoes of which we only see a small tip.

Mount Etna, the ever present, overpowering giant rises 3323m above sea level. Here there are ancient lava flows where the Mediterranean vegetation thrives vigorously, scored by the new dark and barren lava flows that cross the mountain sides. The rugged cliffs and razor-sharp crests offer great panoramas to the walkers eyes as do the small villages built like eagles nests on the mountain slopes and the greens, and yellows and browns of the seemingly infinite succession of cultivated fields. Here, daily life passes away slowly, following the rhythm of the seasons, all strongly influenced by old rituals and traditions. The hard life is made sunnier by the excellent Sicilian food and wine that uses many fresh vegetables full of vivid colors.