Casa Domiziano bei Holiday World

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Casa Domiziano is a cosy and functional flat. It is located in Catania and is the ideal starting point for discovering the wonders of eastern Sicily.Stepping through the front door, you enter a large open space that serves as entrance, living room and kitchen. This bright and welcoming room is the true heart of the house. To the front, a door leads to the private outdoor courtyard, while to the left is a wooden staircase leading to the attic loft. Under the staircase, a practical wooden storage room and a comfortable sofa create a functional relaxation corner. From the living room, a door to the left leads to the bathroom, complete with shower and bidet, with a high window providing natural light and ventilation. The bathroom also has direct access to the outdoor veranda. To the right of the living room, a door leads to the double bedroom, with a window overlooking the quiet alleyway.The real highlight of Casa Domiziano is its private outdoor courtyard, accessible via three steps. This tastefully furnished space includes a covered veranda ideal for al fresco breakfasts, dinners under the stars or simply relaxing.Casa Domiziano is the perfect starting point for exploring the immense cultural, natural and gastronomic wealth of Catania and eastern Sicily.Just a few minutes' walk away are the Benedictine Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena, one of the largest monastic complexes in Europe and now a university campus; the Cathedral of Sant'Agata and Piazza Duomo, with its iconic stone elephant (U Liotru), the city's symbol; the Roman Theatre and Odeon; the Ursino Castle, which houses the Museo Civico; and the Casa Museo di Giovanni Verga, for lovers of literature. The historical centre, a UNESCO heritage site, is a succession of noble palaces, Baroque churches and lively squares.For those seeking the sea, the Playa di Catania offers a long sandy beach perfect for families, while San Giovanni Li Cuti enchants with its black sand and lava cliffs.A little further afield, the Riviera dei Ciclopi with Aci Trezza and its legendary stacks, and Aci Castello with its Norman castle overlooking the sea, are ideal destinations for swimming and snorkelling.From Casa Domiziano, it is easy to organise day trips. Mount Etna, Europe's highest active volcano, offers lunar landscapes, craters and even ski slopes in winter. Taormina, an hour's drive away, is famous for its Ancient Theatre, Isola Bella and picturesque streets. Acireale is famous for its baroque and seaside villages such as Santa Tecla. The Alcantara Gorge, a natural canyon with crystal-clear waters, is perfect for trekking and body rafting. Syracuse, with its Archaeological Park and the island of Ortigia, and Noto, the capital of Sicilian Baroque, complete the list of must-see destinations. IT087015C26JB9YXU8