Siracusa, Italy - Part I

We spent a wonderful week in the ancient town of Siracusa on the island of Sicily in Italy. The city was founded by the Greeks in 734 BC, but has been fought over for thousands of years.

Greek Theatre

Limestone Quarry

Ear of Dionysius

Inside Ear of Dionysius

Quay in Ortigia (the Old Town)

Narrow streets just above the quay

Marzipan Fruit (A Sicilian Speciality)

Quay at Night

Relaxing at the end of the day