The apartment is located in the old fishing village of Santa Tecla, on the Ionian Sea. At a distance of just 5 km you will find the beautiful, historic city of Acireale. According to the legend, the city was manifest as a result of the love between the mortal shepherd 'Aci' and the `nymph Galatea'. Acireale has witnessed the coming and going of many peoples, such as the Phoenicians, Romans and Byzantines, and there are many monuments and architecture which attest to this fact. One of the richest periods was the baroque of the 17th century. Its influence is clear to see in the basilica of San Sebastiano, the basilica of SS Peter and Paul and in the neo-classical buildings along the Corso Umberto. As you walk through the garden of the Villa Belvedere, you have a magnificent view of the castle of Scammacca. By car you can also visit a number of interesting and beautiful places like Taormina (37 km), Catania (15 km) or Acitrezza (9 miles). One highly recommended visit is to the excellent nature park of Etna (only 15 km away) where you can go on hiking and walking tours. For transfer from the airport to Palermo or the Catania Residence you can contact the landlord. He can also help you with information concerning all the possibilities in the area.