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Hotel Villa Sonia is in a a superb position with magnificent views over the Sicilian countryside to Mount Etna.
We discovered its terrace 'by accident' when we missed the lunch-time bus down to Taormina, and noticed the entrance to it by the road junction at which the bus waits. We then found out that for 8 euros each we would be provided with a mattress for a sunbed and a large towel, be served with drinks at the sunbed and allowed to use the swimmming pool. We enjoyed it so much that we subsequently spent a full day there and had lunch at one of the tables by the pool.
It is definitely a place at which we would consider staying if we were to return to Sicily.
Updated Apr 13, 2011
Website: http://www.hotelvillasonia.com/uk/
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Castelmola is a small village, high up on the top of the hill above Taormina.The village is buildt like a fortress, to protect the inhabitants against agressors from the sea. By car the ride goes for about 5 kms, by foot one and a half hour to the top.The village consists of many small, narrow lanes, which are worthwile to explore; when the tourists have vanished in the late afternoon,the village is calm and serene, offering a great view. There are some cafes and restaurants, and a small castellet above the village, from where the view is furthest over the coast and the village.A visit to San Giorgo`s church is to be recommended.
Written Jun 21, 2007
Address: Castelmola, Taormina, Sicily
Website: http://www.messina-sicilia.it/english/castelmola.htm
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It's not called Castelmola for nothing. Although little more than four walls, the castle at the top of the moutain is worth the climb if only for the view. It's accessible by a long staircase. Just below it, along the path, is a large restaurant with a huge cliffside patio. It was closed when I was there but the view of the Sicilian landscape was amazing and I'm sure it would be a fine place for a meal.
The beginning of the staircase is at beginning of town (the end of the road up to the town) on the right as you enter the city. I believe there was a sign that said Castello.
Updated Apr 16, 2004
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Taormina's Greek theatre has a fantastic view, this is true. It is, however, also crawling with tourists and costs 4.50 euro to get into. Castelmola, being on another, higher, promontory, has an even better view from the balcony of its Duomo. A friend of mine spent four hours watching the sunset here once (of course, he's a little crazy, and he walked here too... see transportation tips).
See the photo on the main page.
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Taormina's Greek theatre has a fantastic view, this is true. It is, however, also crawling with tourists and costs 4.50 euro to get into. Castelmola, being on...
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This by necissity is going to be a short page: Castelmola is not very big. Actually, Castelmola is tiny. However, it is also beautiful and easily accessible from incredibly popular (and in my humble...
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Castel Mola is located 5 km away from Taormina. It is a small village, quieter than Taormina, but it is also worth a visit. The road to Castel Mola can be dangerous as it is very narrow and there......
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