Experience Sicily

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  • Another Black Madonna in Sicily

    Tucked away near the castle that gives Castellamare del Golfo its name is the Chiesa di Maria SS del Rosario, which is believed to have been built in such a secluded corner during the Norman era, circa 1100, to hide it from invading pirates. Inside is this alter devoted to the Madonna dell’Agnuni, or Madonna…

  • Still Life in Scopello

    A recycled wine barrel (After a few uses, you have to retire the barrels.) and a basket and broom made from dried palms, that were probably picked in Los Zingaro Nature Preserve

  • Savoring Sicily, Day 2: Dive In! 

    Welcome to Savoring Sicily! After arriving yesterday, we are on a boat touring the northwest coast of Sicily. I can’t wait to dive in! (P.S., I just went in, and the water is magnificent.) 

  • Black Madonna at Castellamare del Golfo

    Tucked away near the castle that gives Castellamare del Golfo its name is the Chiesa di Maria SS del Rosario, which is believed to have been built in such a secluded corner during the Norman era, circa 1100, to hide it from invading pirates. Inside is this alter devoted to the Madonna dell’Agnuni, or Madonna…