Introducing Erice
One of Italy’s most spectacular hill towns, Erice sits on the legendary Mt Eryx (750m); on a clear day, you can see Cape Bon in Tunisia. Wander the medieval tangle of streets interspersed by churches, forts and tiny cobbled piazzas. The town has a seductive history as a centre for the cult of Venus. Settled by the mysterious Elymians, Erice was an obvious abode for the goddess of love, and the town followed the peculiar ritual of sacred prostitution, with the prostitutes themselves accommodated in the Temple of Venus. Despite countless invasions, the temple remained intact – no guesses why.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Sicily itinerary
by TPAL 08 September 2011
We have made this travel the last week. We spent there 8 days and with a car it is time enough to make a tour by the island. Our itinerary…
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Re: Sicily itinerary
by Bisquick 07 September 2011
I am by no means a Sicily expert but I think you should get along just fine on public transport. I found trains and buses to be comfortable,…
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RE: Sicily itinerary
by seaneendubh 07 September 2011
I would rethink the whole hassle of hiring a car, as public transport in Sicily (or anywhere) is only the second-best way to view the…
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