Despite being the second city of the island, Catania is the centre of the most densely populated Sicilian conurbation, [8] which is among the largest in Italy. It has important road and rail transport …

Save this place to a Trip, where you can track your faves and get personalized picks as you plan. Catania has been a prize of many empires over the centuries, from Greeks to Romans to Arabs to …

Catania, city, eastern Sicily, Italy, in the broad plain of Catania on the Ionian seacoast, south of Mount Etna. The city was founded in 729 bce by Chalcidians (settlers from Chalcis in the Greek island of …

Feb 7, 2025 · Explore Catania, Italy, a vibrant Sicilian city under Mount Etna. Discover history, culture, and amazing food with our 2025 travel guide.

Catania is a multicoloured universe, from the glittering whiteness of its Baroque stuccoes (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to the lava black of the Liotru, the elephant sculpted from basalt that greets us …

Don't miss Catania, close to Mount Etna, with excellent fish markets and Sicilian baroque buildings. Discover the things to do.

Oct 30, 2025 · Catania, located on the eastern coast of Sicily, is a lively city that sits at the foot of Mount Etna, Europe’s most active volcano. With its rich history, Catania is home to ancient Roman ruins, …

Catania is a city of 310,000 people (2019) on the eastern coast of Sicily at the foot of Mount Etna, the biggest volcano in Europe.

Visit Catania is your local guide to the eastern coast of Sicily. Discover culture, sea, food and unique excursions.

Turismo Comune di Catania Citta Metropolitana di Catania Contacts At the City Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 172, 95131 Catania Opening time: from Monday to Saturday 8.00 - 19.00; Sunday 8.30 - 13.30 …