Syracuse

Italy

Syracuse is a historic city on the southeast coast of Sicily, Italy. Once the greatest city of the Greek world — home of Archimedes — its archaeological treasures are UNESCO-listed. Attractions include the island of Ortigia's baroque lanes, cathedral built within a Greek temple, and harbor, the Greek theater where ancient plays are still performed, the Ear of Dionysius cave, the Roman amphitheater, and the city Cicero called the greatest and most beautiful of all Greek cities.