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Faraglioni of the Cyclopes

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Faraglioni of the Cyclopes

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Faraglioni of the Cyclopes

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    Location: Aci Castello, Catania, Sicily, Italy

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    April 3, 2024

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    Imposing black rocks. The name Cyclops Islands comes from Greek mythology. Great sundowner atmosphere in Aci Trezza
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    January 8, 2023

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    Even after the New Year, when temperatures are between 15 and 20 degrees, many people stroll along the coastal promenade and enjoy the beautiful view with a Sicilian almond or pistachio granita. Only on Saturdays is it a bit quieter. On Sunday, after 10 a.m., the parking lots fill up and around 1 p.m., it’s off to the fish restaurants.
    For now 10 euros per person, a former fisherman showed us the so-called Faraglioni (rock formations in the sea) in his boat and told us something about it...
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    1. Aci Trezza and the Isola Lachea Reserve and the Cyclops' Faraglioni – loop from Aci Castello

    5.23km

    01:21

    30m

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 40 m

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    Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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