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Maradona can be found everywhere in Sicily but not always as well as here

A village uninhabited for decades, ever since the entire population was relocated en masse to a brand-new town. Three thousand people, the exodus of survivors of the 1968 earthquake that destroyed entire towns in the provinces of Trapani and Agrigento. Today, only façades remain, baroque railings, old majolica tiles, a tangle of houses leaning against the bell tower of the main church, and stairways that look like they were cut out with scissors on a sheet of paper. Before the earthquake, Poggioreale was a delightful baroque village, with noble palaces, the square with the club, the inn, and everything else. The ruins bear witness to a tragedy from 40 years ago: fear, escape, separation. A place that, due to its beauty and the evocative atmosphere it evokes, has been the setting for numerous famous films: it is here that Tornatore filmed some scenes from Malena and The Star Man. An island out of time, with the hands of the clock stopped on the terrible night of January 15, 1968.

From here you can enjoy a privileged view of the high cliffs of Sciacca lapped by an intense blue sea.

Beautiful, you have to see it.

interesting marble mosaic as road surface

The Selinunte Archaeological Park houses the ruins of the Doric temples of the ancient Greek city. Founded in the 7th century BC, Selinunte was an important commercial center before being destroyed by the Carthaginians in 409 BC. Today the park offers a fascinating immersion in history with temples, sanctuaries and the acropolis overlooking the sea.

The Cathedral of Mazara del Vallo, the "Santissimo Salvatore", immediately captivates you. This mixture of Norman origins and baroque splendor was begun as early as 1086 and later redesigned in the baroque style in the 17th century. The sea-green domes give the cathedral a unique charm, especially when they shine in the light of the Sicilian sun. As you walk through the main square in front of the cathedral, you immediately notice how it is embedded in the surrounding architecture and yet stands out as a dominant monument. A highlight of the interior is the ornate carving and the detailed statues that recall the history of the city and its rulers. Particularly nice: The spacious, shady squares around the cathedral invite you to take a break in the shade of the palm trees. If you come in the afternoon, make sure you allow enough time for the visit, as the cathedral sometimes closes earlier.