Giardini-Naxos, March 2005

Each of the rooms in the Hotel Palladio, overlooking the beach in the resort town of Giardini-Naxos, on Sicily, is entirely unique. My room was this magenta shade, with a huge antique armoire (not pictured), and a terrace, which would have been nice to look out onto the beach in warmer weather. Check out the bathroom. I think that was my favorite part of this room. These photos aren't the best quality because they were taken with a throw-away digital from CVS since I was shooting slides in my regular Canon Rebel 35mm. For more information (and pictures of other rooms in the hotel, please see the hotel's own website: www.hotelpalladiogiardini.com/

The Hotel Palladio in Giardini-Naxos in Sicily was unique: each room featuring a different color and kind of decor. I loved the wild tiles in this bathroom. I've never seen one quite like this in a hotel before. These photos aren't the best quality because they were taken with a throw-away digital from CVS since I was shooting slides in my regular Canon Rebel 35mm. For more information (and pictures of other rooms in the hotel, please see the hotel's own website: www.hotelpalladiogiardini.com/

Giardini Naxos, 50 kilometres from Messina, is the most ancient of Sicilian Greek colonies. Founded by Chalcidians in 734 BC, who successively expanded into other areas of Sicily, today it is a renowned tourism resort. This photo was taken during the off-season, but in the summer, the water is a vibrant blue and the beach is crowded with tourists from France, Germany, and other European countries. You can see some of the volcanic rocks (since Giardini-Naxos is located fairly close to Mt. Etna), and the water slide, in the distance.

Giardini Naxos, 50 kilometres from Messina, is the most ancient of Sicilian Greek colonies. Founded by Chalcidians in 734 BC, who successively expanded into other areas of Sicily, today it is a renowned tourism resort. This photo was taken during the off-season, but in the summer, the water is a vibrant blue and the beach is crowded with tourists from France, Germany, and other European countries. You can see some of the volcanic rocks (since Giardini-Naxos is located fairly close to Mt. Etna), and the water slide, in the distance.

ATAHOTEL Naxos Beach Resort**** Via Recanati, 26 - 98035 Giardini Naxos A natural park with flowers, citrus and olive trees, the imposing outline of Etna, the attractive profile of Taormina, with the clear, blue Sicilian sea, sets the pace for an enchanting holiday involving nature, relaxation, sport and culture. The enchanting position of the Resort is the ideal starting point for a discovery of Sicily, the most fascinating and history-filled island in the Mediterranean. Guests can choose from various types of accommodation, with all the facilities on hand for a comfortable, relaxing stay, including swimming pools, boutiques, bars, restaurants and a beauty center. The common facilities, located in the central part of the complex, can easily be accessed and are directly linked to the sandy and pebbled beach by shady tree-lined avenues. The layout of the apartments and common areas blend perfectly into the landscape, and is designed to avoid crowds, making the Naxos Beach Resort a perfect destination to escape from the noise and stress of everyday life. The entertainment staff organise daily sporting events, shows and events for a holiday full of unforgettable moments. The ATAHOTEL Naxos Beach Resort also features a very modern Congress Centre for the organisation of meetings and special events. Text from: www.atahotels.it/naxos/

ATAHOTEL Naxos Beach Resort**** Via Recanati, 26 - 98035 Giardini Naxos A natural park with flowers, citrus and olive trees, the imposing outline of Etna, the attractive profile of Taormina, with the clear, blue Sicilian sea, sets the pace for an enchanting holiday involving nature, relaxation, sport and culture. The enchanting position of the Resort is the ideal starting point for a discovery of Sicily, the most fascinating and history-filled island in the Mediterranean. Guests can choose from various types of accommodation, with all the facilities on hand for a comfortable, relaxing stay, including swimming pools, boutiques, bars, restaurants and a beauty center. The common facilities, located in the central part of the complex, can easily be accessed and are directly linked to the sandy and pebbled beach by shady tree-lined avenues. The layout of the apartments and common areas blend perfectly into the landscape, and is designed to avoid crowds, making the Naxos Beach Resort a perfect destination to escape from the noise and stress of everyday life. The entertainment staff organise daily sporting events, shows and events for a holiday full of unforgettable moments. The ATAHOTEL Naxos Beach Resort also features a very modern Congress Centre for the organisation of meetings and special events. Text from: www.atahotels.it/naxos/

ATAHOTEL Naxos Beach Resort**** Via Recanati, 26 - 98035 Giardini Naxos A natural park with flowers, citrus and olive trees, the imposing outline of Etna, the attractive profile of Taormina, with the clear, blue Sicilian sea, sets the pace for an enchanting holiday involving nature, relaxation, sport and culture. The enchanting position of the Resort is the ideal starting point for a discovery of Sicily, the most fascinating and history-filled island in the Mediterranean. Guests can choose from various types of accommodation, with all the facilities on hand for a comfortable, relaxing stay, including swimming pools, boutiques, bars, restaurants and a beauty center. The common facilities, located in the central part of the complex, can easily be accessed and are directly linked to the sandy and pebbled beach by shady tree-lined avenues. The layout of the apartments and common areas blend perfectly into the landscape, and is designed to avoid crowds, making the Naxos Beach Resort a perfect destination to escape from the noise and stress of everyday life. The entertainment staff organise daily sporting events, shows and events for a holiday full of unforgettable moments. The ATAHOTEL Naxos Beach Resort also features a very modern Congress Centre for the organisation of meetings and special events. Text from: www.atahotels.it/naxos/

Hellenia Yachting Hotel Via Jannuzzo 41, Giardini Naxos Taormina, 98035 Italy Built in the style of a classical villa, the Hellenia Yachting Hotel is located on Sicily's east coast in the resort of Giardini Naxos, 36 kilometres from the city of Catania. The 112 air-conditioned guestrooms are decorated in muted shades of rose and gold with rich fabrics. All include minibars, satellite television and direct-dial telephones. Bathrooms have hair dryers, showers and bidets. Deluxe and superior rooms open out onto balconies offering views of the Mediterranean Sea. Guests can relax with a cocktail or enjoy a barbeque beside the outdoor pool with its neoclassical columns and mosaic tiles, or head down to the private sandy beach for a refreshing dip in the sea. The light airy restaurant with its cool marble floors and sea views serves traditional Italian and Sicilian dishes. Room service is also available. Health-conscious guests can take advantage of the gymnasium or hire bikes or scooters to explore the local area. There are conference and meeting rooms for business travellers, and staff at the 24-hour front desk can help guests throughout their stay and offer advice on local attractions. Those arriving by car can take advantage of free parking on site. In the region, the ancient town of Taormina is seven kilometres away, the Alcantara Gorge is 15 kilometres away, and the volcano of Mount Etna is 30 kilometres away. The nearest major airport is Fontanarossa di Catania, 50 kilometres from the hotel. Text from: deutsch.hotels.com/hotel-italien/hotel-acireale/hellenia-...

Hotel Alexander Address: Via Nixa Zip code: 98030 City: Giardini Naxos Prov: Messina Sicily, Italy Text from: www.aastgiardininaxos.it/dettaglio_hotel_uk.jsp?MenuID=Os... In 1995, I stayed at the Hotel Alexander, when it only a few years old. Granted, it was closed for the winter season in March 2005, when I took this photograph, and much of the surrounding area has been built up within the last 10 years, but it looks like time hasn't been so kind to the hotel. Or, maybe, it was in the process of being renovated? Note the condition of the gable in this picture vs. that shown on the link posted above. I hope renovation was the case because the owners, in 1995, were especially kind.

Giardini Naxos is a comune in Messina province on the island of Sicily in Italy. Today it is a popular seaside-resort. Founded by Thucles the Chalcidian in 734 BCE, it was never a powerful city, but its temple of Apollo Archegetes, protecting deity of all the Greek colonies, gave it prominence in religious affairs. Leontini and Catania were both colonized from here. Hippocrates, tyrant of Gela, captured it in 494 BCE. Its opposition to Syracuse ultimately led to its capture and destruction in 403 BCE at the hands of Dionysius the tyrant, after it had supported Athens during that city's disastrous Sicilian Expedition. Though the site continued to be inhabited, most activity shifted to neighbouring Tauromenium. Today Giardini Naxos is a successful tourist destination. It is known for it's beautiful beaches and crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea. It has a small, but prosperous fishing port. There are many hotels and restaurants and the town is ten minutes away from another of Sicily's most important tourist destinations Taormina. Text from: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giardini_Naxos

Naxoslandia is a small amusement park with go-carts and arcade games located on the Viale Stracina in Giardini-Naxos, Sicily.

Giardini Naxos is a comune in Messina province on the island of Sicily in Italy. Today it is a popular seaside-resort. Founded by Thucles the Chalcidian in 734 BCE, it was never a powerful city, but its temple of Apollo Archegetes, protecting deity of all the Greek colonies, gave it prominence in religious affairs. Leontini and Catania were both colonized from here. Hippocrates, tyrant of Gela, captured it in 494 BCE. Its opposition to Syracuse ultimately led to its capture and destruction in 403 BCE at the hands of Dionysius the tyrant, after it had supported Athens during that city's disastrous Sicilian Expedition. Though the site continued to be inhabited, most activity shifted to neighbouring Tauromenium. Today Giardini Naxos is a successful tourist destination. It is known for it's beautiful beaches and crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea. It has a small, but prosperous fishing port. There are many hotels and restaurants and the town is ten minutes away from another of Sicily's most important tourist destinations Taormina. Text from: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giardini_Naxos

The building of the church started in 1963 in the neighbourhood of St. Giovanni. It was opened in April 1968. Inside there are valuable majolica bass-reliefs. It has a characteristic shape, like a cone, that makes it visible from a very far distance. Text from: www.aastgiardininaxos.it/itinerari_religiosi_uk.jsp