אתרים ארכיאולוגיים בטאורמינה

Ancient Ruins and Historical Sites

Taormina’s archaeological landscape spans centuries, from the 2nd-century Roman Odeon and thermal baths to medieval defensive structures. Key sites include the Saraceno Castle perched on Monte Tauro and the stone gates of Porta Catania and Porta Messina. The surrounding area features Iron Age necropolises like Cocolonazzo, Byzantine burial sites, and submerged Roman columns near the coast, providing a detailed look at the region's Greek, Roman, and medieval history.