Discover the layered history of Sicily, where civilizations have converged, clashed, and intertwined for over three thousand years. Positioned at the heart of the Mediterranean, the island has been shaped by Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Normans, and others, each leaving their mark on its architecture, language, and traditions.

From the Arab-Norman mosaics of Palermo’s palaces and cathedrals to the remnants of Greek civilization in Siracusa’s ancient theaters and temples, Sicily is a place where history is written into the landscape. Beyond its coastal cities, the island’s rugged interior holds traces of its past in medieval hill towns, Baroque-era enclaves, and agricultural landscapes that have sustained generations. Places such as Modica, with its Spanish-influenced architecture and centuries-old chocolate traditions, reveal Sicily’s complex cultural heritage.

Through expert-led seminars and guided visits, this course examines Sicily’s role as a cultural bridge between Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, offering a deeper understanding of an island shaped by centuries of migration, trade, and conquest.