Hotels & Holidays in Taormina Sicily Italy

Taormina is a small town on the eastern coast of Sicily Italy, in the province of Messina, about midway between Messina and Catania. Numerous tourists spend there excellent beach holidays because Taormina belongs to the luxury vacation spots in Italy since the 19^th century. There are located some very popular beaches, accessible via an aerial tramway, on the shores of the Ionian Sea.

The geographical position of Taormina, facing Greece, influenced very much of its history. There is no doubt that Tauromenium (the ancient name of Taormina) was part of Kingdom of Syracuse till the death of Hieron. After that the city was ruled by the Roman Empire, when the whole island of Sicily was turned to a Roman province.

The modern Taormina attracts lots of holiday makers with accommodation in luxury 5 stars hotels and occupies the ancient site of Tauromenium, about 300 meters above the sea. Numerous fragments of ancient buildings are spread over the whole surface.

Accommodation & Tourist Attractions - Beaches

Like almost all cities in Sicily, Taormina is a premier vacation spot and is visited by plenty of tourists looking for beach vacations in Italy. The large majority of travelers want to see also the ancient ruins and medieval buildings. Along with hotels, holiday makers can find great accommodation in luxury villas and rental properties of all kinds.

Taormina is considered by many vacationers one of the most valuable holiday resorts and tourist gems of the Mediterranean Sea due to the awesome beaches and relaxing environment. The main beach is located at the small Mazzaro Bay, where are also numerous sea caves and a natural marine reserve - Isola Bella.

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