Arab-Norman wonders, street food, markets and the sea. Palermo is Sicily's beating heart - chaotic, gorgeous and unforgettable.
Palermo is Sicily's beating heart - chaotic, gorgeous and unforgettable. Its history is layered: Arab, Norman, Baroque and beyond, and the UNESCO-listed Arab-Norman churches and palaces cluster in an old centre compact enough to explore on foot.
A full guide to Palermo - history, districts, the lagoon, crafts and practical advice - each chapter on its own page.
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