Alla Giudecca

About Alla Giudecca

It is ideally situated in the city centre close to the university with views over the superb bay of Siracusa. Impressive stonework dramatic archways beamed ceilings and four-poster beds all contribute to this romantic setting. Modern amenities are understated to preserve the integrity of the palace. Dining Breakfast is served in buffet form while beverages are served at your table by the staff. During the summer breakfast includes typical Sicilian granita -semi-frozen dessert of sugar water and flavourings similar to a sorbet- while in winter freshly squeezed orange juice is offered. Recreation Under the palace you can visit the oldest Miqwe -Jewish ritual bath- in Europe that dates from the Byzantine era. Guided tours are also offered.

It is the southernmost corner of Sicily which that still has the characteristic of urban landscapes cultural heritage and diverse architectural and elegant and a rich natural environment and fascinating. Water is a vital resource not only the sea the extraordinary beauty with clear waters and the coast beaches and colorful cliffs but also several rivers the unique places for sport hiking canyoning rock climbing.1. The Castle of Palazzolo built on a rock dominating the Anapo Valley dates back to the Norman period. There are only a few ruins of this superb castle which was destroyed in the 1693 earthquake with most of the town and which was the home of the Alagona barons and other lords. The town was rebuilt in the 18th century and the late original Baroque style of architecture blends with 19th and early 20th century architecture. 2. The Church Of San Giuseppe - built in the second half of the 18th century it has an interesting prospective with statues featuring the Saints and the Saints of the Benedettini order. The interior of an oval form in rococo style has a splendid wooden statue of San Giuseppe faced in silver.