Palermo: Flower of the Mediterranean

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Palermo: Flower of the Mediterranean

Palermo is a city woven from layers of history and culture, and our walking tour will be your guide, revealing not only the captivating beauty of the city but also the intriguing contradictions that render Palermo unique.

Zyz was the name given by the Phoenicians when they founded the city in the 7th century BC, and Zyz means "flower." Palermo is a city woven from layers of history and culture, and our walking tour will be your guide, revealing not only the captivating beauty of the city but also the intriguing contradictions that render Palermo unique. With expert guidance, the city will astonish you. We will stroll among Palermo's cultural treasures, marvelling at the majestic Norman monuments, exploring streets lined with grand Baroque buildings, and wandering through medieval alleys, enchanted by the vibrant colours and scents of the historic markets of Capo and Ballarò. We'll pause in the shade of ancient, towering trees. We will undertake a journey through the art, history, and stories of the Sicilian capital.

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