Palermo skyline, Sicily, Italy
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Flavours of history. Palermo, Sicily, Italy
Palermo, the capital of the island of Sicily in southern Italy, is a city where layers of history, art and culture meet in a vivid and sometimes chaotic harmony. Founded by the Phoenicians and later shaped by Romans, Arabs, Normans and Spaniards, it carries traces of many civilisations that passed through the Mediterranean. This rich past is visible in its architecture, from the Arab-Norman palaces and churches recognised by UNESCO to the Baroque facades that define its historic streets.
Art and tradition blend naturally into everyday life, especially in its bustling markets like Ballarò and Vucciria, where colours, voices and scents create an unforgettable atmosphere. Palermo is also a city of flavours, known for its street food culture. From arancine and panelle to sweet cannoli, its cuisine reflects centuries of cultural exchange. Between the sea and the mountains, Palermo offers a unique rhythm, where history is not confined to museums but lives in the streets, in the food and in the people themselves.
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