50 years ago, the release of "The Godfather" brought Sicily more people's love and attention.
Sicily is more like a sugary espresso than a milky cappuccino, giving travelers a bittersweet and unforgettable experience.
To truly experience this place, bring an open mind and a strong appetite.
Now travel to Sicily with LP and experience the beauty and delicious food here ~ PALERMO The wildness, decay and glory beyond "The Godfather" Palermo is a city where decay and glory coexist. If you can cope with its madness
With its wild energy, crazy driving, and chaotic neighborhoods, it's still very attractive.
It was once an Arab emirate and the capital of the Norman Kingdom. It became the most prominent city in Europe in the 12th century. During the next 500 years of Spanish rule, it underwent another round of aesthetic changes.
The result is a treasure trove of palaces, castles and churches that represents a unique architectural style that combines the best of Byzantine, Arabic, Norman, Renaissance and Baroque styles.
The city's evocative history remains an important part of local residents' daily life, and the dusty backstreet markets scattered throughout the old town reveal a charming Middle Eastern feel.
Teatro Massimo Palermo's magnificent neoclassical-style Opera House took more than 20 years to complete and is now one of the city's landmark buildings.
The last scene of the movie "The Godfather III" was shot here, because it can vividly display high culture, crime, drama and death in front of the audience at the same time.
Fontana Pretoria This ornate giant fountain is the centerpiece of Piazza Pretoria, with tiered pools and ripple-like statues decorating the edges of each concentric circle.
The city purchased this fountain in 1573, but the provocative statue of a naked beauty was unacceptable to the Sicilians who went to the church next door to attend mass. They always reservedly called it the "Fountain of Shame."
Palazzo dei Normanni This stately palace was built in the 9th century, but its current appearance and name stem from a major renovation by the Normans in the 12th century, during which ornate mosaics were added to the royal apartments.
, a precious chapel, the Palatine Chapel, was also added.
Designed by Roger II in 1130, it is notable for its beautiful golden mosaics, the harmonious beauty of the chapel is enhanced by its inlaid marble floor and wooden ceiling of muqarnas, which is
A masterpiece of Arabic-style honeycomb carving that reflects the cultural diversity of the Norman people of Sicily.