Φύση και πάρκα στις Συρακούσες

Coast, Caves and Springs

Beyond its monuments, Syracuse has limestone quarries turned into gardens, papyrus-lined springs and a rocky coast protected as a marine reserve. This list covers the natural side of the city, from the caves of Neapolis to the beaches and headlands south of Ortigia.

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A

Latomia del Paradiso

An ancient limestone quarry in the Neapolis park, now a shady garden of citrus and other trees around the Ear of Dionysius.

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B

Ear of Dionysius

A tall, ear-shaped cave carved out of an ancient limestone quarry, famous for its echo.

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C

Grotta dei Cordari

Located in the Neapolis Archaeological Park, this cave was used for centuries by rope-makers who utilized the natural humidity to prevent hemp fibers from breaking.