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A Guide to Syracuse in Sicily

Syracuse, Siracusa in Italian, was founded in 733BC. It was once a mighty Greek colony about triple the size of today’s city. There are many Greek and Roman sites of interest, including a Greek theater and Roman arena. The vibrant modern city is interesting as well and Ortygia Island has ruins and a small historic center.

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