Cefalu Holidays & Hotels Sicily Italy
Cefalu is a city in the province of Palermo, located in the northern region of Sicily, Italy, on the shores of Tyrrhenian Sea, about 185 kilometers west to Messina. It is nowaday one of the top vacation spots in Sicily. To this city travel every year a large number of tourists seeking to spend relaxing beach holidays and enjoy great accommodation in the luxury hotels from there. As many other towns in Sicily, Cefalu has been founded by Greeks and has a rich history.
One of the major attractions in the city is the cathedral. The construction begun in 1131 in a style of Norman architecture, more accurately called "Sicilian Romanesque" style. The exterior is very well preserved and is largely decorated with interlacing pointed arches. On each side is a massive tower and the round-headed Norman portal is particularly interesting.
Some remains of the ancient city are visible even today. The most interesting monument remained from the ancient age is an edifice consisting of various apartments constructed from large irregular limestone blocks. On the promontory are extensive remains of a Saracen castle. The town's fortifications extended up to the shores, in the form of two long walls protecting the port.
Cefalu Accommodation
Cefalu belongs to the exclusive vacation spots in Italy. In fact, it is a picturesque village nestled between a rock and a beautiful beach, on the northern coast of Sicily. Cefalu is now renowned worldwide as a great place for spending relaxing beach holidays and enjoying luxury accommodation in some of the best hotels in Italy.
Preserving much of the original medieval charm, tourist industry is now a major factor in the region. Luxury hotels, villas, vacation home rentals, pubs, and coffee shops are plentiful there. The village has also many excellent restaurants to choose from.
Beaches in Cefalu are just gorgeous! The main beach in Cefalu, covered by golden sand, is one of the best sandy beaches in Sicily and stretches from the historical center of the city up to the resorts area. From the top of the "rock" that overlooks the city, tourists can admire some spectacular views of the red-roofed houses built on the shores of Tyrrhenian Sea.
Tourists who intend to spend holidays in Sicily should not miss the chance to discover one of the best kept secrets in Italy! Cefalu is an excellent spot for beach vacations in Sicily, because it is spectacular, has excellent beaches, and the accommodation is just great! Due to the increasing popularity in the recent years, in resorts in Cefalu where developed many villas, rental properties, and 5 star hotels.
Featured Resorts & Hotels in Cefalu Sicily
Hotel ART Hotel Atelier Sul Mare
Hotel Santa Lucia and Le Sabbie D'Oro
Featured Cefalu Tours
Historical Excursion to the Sicilian Town of Cefalu
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