Palermo is an old world Mediterranean paradise. Centuries or political upheaval has made this coveted location a melting pot of different people and culture. As a result, the capital of Sicily conserves examples of the Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Norman, French and Spanish in its urban makeup and architecture. At Palermo, agriculture is flourishing. It is especially famous for oranges and other kinds of fruits. Most recently, tourism has been picking up in this tiny capital city. Whether you arrive by plane, train or ferry, Palermo has much to offer it's many tourists history, food, culture and beaches.
