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Sicily Siracusa is a beautiful historic city in Italy, located more exactly within the Sicily region, in the province of Syracuse, being the capital city of the province at the same time. The history of the city can be traced 2,700 years back, when it was founded by Ancient Greek Corinthians and became a very powerful city. Sicily Siracusa is still renowned nowadays for its rich Greek history and culture, but also for being the birthplace of the preeminent mathematician Archimedes. According to the 2011 census, Sicily Siracusa has a total population of 123,408 residents and spans on a total area of 78.8 square miles (204.1 sq km). Sicily Siracusa is also listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Top Attractions within Sicily Siracusa

Greek landmarks. Sicily Siracusa has numerous buildings and ruins from the Greek period you should visit, including the Temple of Apollo, Fountain of Arethusa, Greek theater, Roman amphitheater, Tomb of Archimedes, and Temple of Olympian Zeus.

The Cathedral of Sicily Siracusa (Duomo) is an impressive cathedral dating back to the 7th century, when it was built over the great Temple of Athens by bishop Zosimo. Other religious sites you could visit in Sicily Siracusa include the Basilica of Santa Lucia extra Moenia, Church of the Madonna of the Tears, Church of San Paolo, Church of San Cristoforo, Church of Santa Maria dei Miracolo, Church of the Spirito Santo, and many others.

The Castello Maniace is a large edifice in Sicily Siracusa dating back to the 13th century, when it was constructed by Frederick II. The castle is a fine example of fine architecture of Frederick II's reign, its most impressive feature being the pointed portal, which is decorated with polychrome marbles.

The Archaeological Museum is an important cultural institution in Sicily Siracusa. The museum puts on display numerous historical items and archaeological findings, including items from the mid-Bronze Age..

Other attractions in Sicily Siracusa include Palazzo Lanza Buccheri, the Archbishop's Palace, Palazzo Beneventano del Bosco, the Castle of Euryalos, and Palazzo Bellomo, now home to a museum housing the Antonello da Messina's Annunciation.