Maniace Castle: Guided Tour

The Greek Theater of Syracuse has a storied past. Hosting everything from theater performances and religious worship to large events and public trials, this hillside relic was a key landmark in Sicily during Greek and Roman-era history. It was even the venue for gladiatorial battles, with up to 15,000 people able to view the blood sports of the Roman Empire. You'll literally stand where lions and humans faced-off all those centuries ago. This archaeological site is prime for exploring, its whispering remains are full of incredible stories that will excite history lovers and casual visitors alike.

The Ancient Theater of Taormina is an ancient Greco-Roman amphitheater in Taormina, Sicily. Built by the ancient Greeks in around the third century BC, the site was renovated by the Romans around 500 years later. Carved into the Sicilian hills, the theater is still in use today. The likes of Bob Dylan, Elton John and Sting have all graced its stage, which boasts stellar views of the ocean and surrounding countryside. Not your average music venue!

Neuschwanstein Castle is a 19th-century Romanesque revival castle building perched on top of a hill above the village of Hohenschwangau near Füssen in southwest Bavaria, Germany. The palace was commissioned by Ludwig II of Bavaria and was inspired by the works of Richard Wagner and German fairytales.

The Grande Galerie de l'Évolution is home to over 7,000 preserved animal specimens, all taking residence in a huge 19th-century hall in the light of a massive glass roof. It's an evolutionary adventure located in Paris, France.

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At 1,300 hectares, the Archaeological and Landscape Park of the Valley of the Temples, in Agrigento, Sicily, is the largest archaeological site in the world. The site contains many examples of Greater Greek art and architecture and is a national monument of Italy. The area was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site list in 1997.

Discover the art collections that trace history from the 13th century

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