Palermo
Palermo, on the northern coast of Sicily, is a city with a rich history reaching back to Phoenician times. It is the cultural and tourist capital of the island, home to around 660 thousand people. Here you will find unique monuments such as the Norman era cathedral and the Zisa palace. The Mediterranean climate brings mild winters and hot summers, and the best time to visit is spring and autumn. Palermo is also an important transport hub with an international airport.
