My favourite place: Syracuse, Sicily

The latest in our historical holiday series sees Catherine Nixey discover the timeless beauty of Sicily’s ancient heart

The Fountain of Arethusa on Ortygia, the historical heart of Syracuse, separated from the main city by a small channel. (Photo by Alamy)

August 9, 2018 at 5:37 am

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