about Palermo
The capital of Sicily, Palermo is set on the northern coast of the Mediterranean island. Palermo is a large and vibrant city that combines modernity and history in a unique way. Its architecture is a mixture of classic, Renaissance and Moorish influences. Because of its strategic location, benign climate and rich oil reserves, Palermo has long been a luring region for a number of empires. Today, Palermo is a great tourist destination, due to its mild Mediterranean climate and loads of cultural attractions. Among the most visited are the Orto Botanico Gardens, the Museo Archeologico Regionale and Monreale church, which testifies to the Norman presence on the island.