Forte Vigliena — Attraction in Syracuse

Forte Vigliena, located in Ortigia, Syracuse, Sicily, was built in 1502 by Viceroy Juan Manuel Fernández Pacheco, Marquis of Villena, and was used to train artillery cadets. It saw action during the Neapolitan Revolution of 1799, almost destroyed, and later restored and declared a "National Monument.The fort was constructed in 1502 by Viceroy Juan Manuel Fernández Pacheco, Marquis of Villena, and named after him. During the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, the fort served as a training ground for artillery cadets at the Nunziatella military academy. The fort was almost completely destroyed during the battle of 1799, but it was later restored and declared a "National Monument" in 1891.Today, Forte Vigliena is a historical landmark, with a park and an artificial lake dedicated to the actor Massimo...

Nice solarium, it might seem a bit rough in the beginning but you get used to love it. the place is super near the center of Ortigia and it's way cleaner and nicer than in the past (I've spent 20+ years going on vacation to Syracuse). I like the fact that now it's more behind and you can appreciate a refreshing shadow during the hot hours. It's full of places where you can jump, I recommend it for young people who want to have fun, just use your brain. The rocks are still a bit rough so use the right gear and stay safe. I recommend a rubber mat so you can stay comfortable while laying down and sandals or shoes when you...

I thought the view was epic! I even took some time for myself to meditate. Easy access with metal stairs, not practical for pushchairs/prams. Its a rock, so extremely careful when walking around (especially if with children). Free. No WC. From there you can see the Castello Maniace, I went for sunset & wasn't disapointed. Solarium for sun-lounging with access to the...