In Sicily, sports, fun and relaxation are combined with an opportunity for tourists to explore the fascinating places and historical monuments of this island, a place that has been the crossroads of various civilizations and cultures. Nestled within the slopes of Etna, in a lovely set- ting bounded by the forests and the sea, just a few kilometers from the Taormina

resort, experienced golfers can enjoy a fabulous 18-hole golf course meeting their standards for excellence. Also found in eastern Sicily, in the area between Siracusa and Noto, there is a brand new 18-hole par 71 golf course, built in a renovated Dominican Convent, surrounded by lush citrus, palm, carob and olive trees. Continuing further south, a short distance from the baroque jewels of Ragusa Ibla, Modica and Scicli, in the land of the adventures of Inspector Montalbano, another wonderful sporting facility welcomes golfers. Two paths wind through natural preserves, the Punic necropolis and panoramic landscapes.

Forty kilometers from the city of Agrigento, located near Sciacca, there is another sports facility composed of 120 acres, made up of three fields, including two 18-hole courses and one 9 -hole course. Visitors have the opportunity of visiting the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento , Selinunte and Segesta, providing them with a full experience of Greek architecture in Sicily. This offering is the beginning of additional facilities that will be developed to attract tourists and golf lovers alike.