Sicily Pictures

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You can tour Mount Etna, Europe's tallest active volcanoe, on a hike or by taking a cable car. ciccioetneo Flickr

This UNESCO World Heritage Site holds ruined temples constructed for a host of Greek gods; this one is dedicated to the twin brothers and gods Castor and Pollux. seier+seier Flickr

This church gives the Palermo Cathedral a run for its money. Neil Weightman Flickr

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The Teatro Massimo is Italy's largest opera house -- as well as one of the world's biggest too. Chiara Marra Flickr

By day, Mondello Lido is a beach; by night, it's a mass of pulsating clubs. Dedda71 Flickr

One of Sicily's most beautiful beaches. eduardomineo Flickr

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While hiking through the Riserva Naturale Orientata dello Zingaro, you can see awe-inspiring views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. dickdotcom Flickr

This stretch of shoreline -- called San Vito lo Capo -- is located in northwestern Sicily; nearby, you'll find the famous Cafe Europa, known for its delectable paninis. THRILLHO Flickr

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Some Sicilians do their shopping via Vespa. (We do not advise this). Mishkabear Flickr

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