The history of the City of Messina is cloaked in many fascinating myths and legends. This is a true city of fairytales, an enchanting and mysterious place. According to one of tales, angry Neptune threw his trident into land and separated Sicily, turning it into a lonely island. Later another god, Saturn, was amazed by the beauty of the island and founded a wonderful city in it, giving it the name Zankle. This is one …
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Another remarkable symbol of the city is its stunning fountains. All of them are decorated with interesting sculptural compositions depicting mythical characters. Near the cathedral is Fontana di Orione. According to one legend, the founder of the city was Orion. The famous sculptor Giovanni Montorsoli, one of Michelangelo's most talented students, worked on the creation of the central city fountain. Walking …
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An interesting recreational option is daily boat tours organized for tourists at the port. Here you can book a tour along the coast of Sicily and admire the island's historical and natural sights. There are also interesting trips for fishing enthusiasts - you can go fishing on a rented boat alone or with local fishermen. One of the largest diving centers on the island can be found in the port area, so diving trips …
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Messina will be a great place to experience traditional Sicilian cuisine. Amazing dishes be tasted at every step in the city. On lively streets, you will find stalls and small cafes with inexpensive meals. They sell very interesting food atypical for other Italian regions, and a great example is the common appetizer "arancini". This is how they call deep-fried rice balls, which can be cooked with various fillings. It …
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Many tourists seek to visit Messina at the end of January when the annual carnival kicks off in the city. The tradition of its holding is now widespread throughout Sicily, but the first carnival was held back in the late 16th century. In all cities of the island, preparations for the largest carnival are held throughout the year. It lasts several weeks and ends with the beginning of Lent. During the carnival, …
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In 2015, the Regional Interdisciplinary Museum was opened in Messina. It was equipped in a former military bunker that was built during the Second World War. The area of this bunker is 900 square meters. In time of war, it could take up to 800 people at a time. The bulk of the museum's exhibits are military artifacts, including samples of old weapons and military uniforms. The museum presents an interesting …
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Moving around in Italy - transportation
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Italy is one of the most economically developed countries in the world. Accordingly, the transport infrastructure in the country is at a very high level. Due to the fact that most of the territory of Italy is surrounded by sea, transportation by water is well developed. It is worth noting that historically, Italian channels were the most powerful among all maritime powers. Today, the influence of this type of transportation and turnover has a huge impact on the country’s economy. Regular ferry connections link not only the coastal territories of Italy, but also the country with neighboring autonomous territories, including the Canary Islands.
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Economy roadmap of Italy
The electrical industry has been very developed since the year 1996. A large number of factories are operational within the territory of the country. They are engaged in the development and creation of profile equipment for various manufacturing activities, including chemical, food, and light industries. The state is also trying to maintain agriculture at the same proper level. Emphasis is currently on plant growing. Wheat, rice, corn, barley, potatoes, legumes, tomatoes, onions, olives, and other vegetables are some of the crops grow in the country. Quite a large part of exports are occupied by citrus and tobacco. In the southern part of the country, all agriculture is concentrated on growing almonds, which are actively sold not only throughout the European Union (EU), but throughout the entire world. The light industry is represented by textile and leather goods. This sector gives about 4% of the world’s shoe exports.
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