Families planning adventure vacations should consider a trip to St. Agnes, part of the Sicilian Islands governed by Britain.
Nicknamed "The Wild West," St, Agnes in Sicily is a rural Mediterranean jewel perfect for a camping trip thanks to the island's warm weather and gorgeous landscape.
A whitewashed lighthouse anchors the island while a stream of stone cottages lead the way to farmlands and fields filled with wildflowers. It is a rugged place filled with pristine beauty.
On the western shore of St. Agnes, wild rocky edges dip into the Atlantic Ocean, providing great opportunities to go rappelling. Kids will enjoy the stone maze nearby, which is rumoured to be built centuries ago, according to SimplySicily.com.
Beady Pool in St. Agnes provide great treasure hunting activities - a nearby 18th century Dutch shipwreck has deposited glass and terracotta ceramics in the sands.
There are several uninhabited islands in the area that offer great exploration adventures. On St. Helen's, relics of early Christian chapels stand tall while travelers search for clues of the tomb of an English King's son.
The best way to explore the Sicilian isles is with a small group of adventure travelers.
Family adventures await on St. Agnes in Sicily
Posted on Monday, Feb. 28th, 2011
